Samuel Abraham SN
Newcastle-upon-Tyne,EN
Summary
Experienced Chartered Engineer and LNG/Gas specialist with over 10 years in Nigeria's gas value chain and offshore operations. Delivered Nigeria's BGT Plus LNG Project and advised senior leadership on market trends and strategic opportunities. Skilled in developing gas business strategies and aligning multi-disciplinary teams with commercial objectives to drive growth. Accomplished project engineer with expertise in LNG operations and project delivery. Proven track record in risk management and stakeholder relations, achieving significant cost savings and efficiency improvements.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Freelance Technical Consultant
Phi-Theta Engineering Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
- Advised asset owners and operators on LNG strategy, gas project delivery, and offshore engineering; identified market trends, regulatory frameworks, and business opportunities.
- Led FEED studies and technical appraisals, supporting commercial submissions and informing strategic capital decisions.
- Oversaw LNG carrier design compliance with international classification standards (Bureau Veritas, DNV/ABS); maintained WBS, issue logs, and provided executive-level status reports.
Project Engineer / Planner
Offshore Deepwater Drilling Co.
Aberdeen
03.2019 - 02.2023
- Managed full project lifecycle for DP3 drillship overhaul; delivered on time and budget, achieving 47% downtime reduction and $3.2M annual savings through IoT predictive maintenance.
- Led project planning and execution for offshore drilling operations.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure project alignment and efficiency.
- Managed project schedules using industry-standard software tools.
- Produced FMEA reports for safety-critical systems and conducted feasibility studies to guide senior management's capital allocation decisions.
- Managed procurement process for equipment and materials needed for projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and environmental standards throughout projects.
Mechanical Engineer (Contract)
Various Offshore Agencies.
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Pioneered digital twin integration for marine systems, streamlining commissioning from 6 weeks to 10 days.
- Operated DP3 pipe lay barges and semi-sub accommodation barges, achieving 100% ISM Code compliance; resolved 24 technical defects during LNG carrier sea trials, ensuring on-time delivery.
- Analysed mechanical failures and implemented corrective actions to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve equipment reliability and performance.
Project Engineer
Braemar Engineering (Wavespec) UK
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Supervised construction of 4 × 175,000 m³ DFDE LNG carriers for Nigeria's flagship gas export programme, coordinating FATs, commissioning, and vessel launches to ensure timely delivery.
- Conducted FMEA & Gap Analysis of DP systems and power generation; liaised daily with Classification Societies, manufacturers, and government regulatory bodies.
- Managed QA/QC documentation, non-conformance reviews, and corrective action plans to ensure compliance with Nigerian and international regulatory requirements.
Education
MSc Engineering Management -
Northumbria University
UK01-2017
BEng Mechanical Engineering (Hons) -
Northumbria University
UK01-2013
Marine Engineer Assistant — Certificate of Competency -
Nigeria Maritime Authority
Lagos01-2005
Skills
- LNG Operations & Project Delivery
- Market Analysis
- Market Trends & Intelligence
- Business Opportunity Analysis
- Supply Chain Management
- Risk Management
- Asset Integrity & Reliability
- Project Coordination
- Stakeholder relations
- Executive advisory
Accomplishments
- £500M Nigeria LNG/BGT Project: Delivered engineering oversight on 4 × 175,000 m³ Twin Skeg DFDE LNG carriers. Nigeria's flagship gas export infrastructure program.
- 47% Downtime Reduction: Led a 15-person specialist team on a DP3 drillship overhaul, cutting unplanned downtime by 47% via IoT-enabled predictive maintenance, saving $3.2M per year.
- 80% Commissioning Acceleration: Pioneered digital twin integration, compressing commissioning from 6 weeks to 10 days through real-time virtual testing.
- 100% Regulatory Compliance: Maintained zero-incident safety records across North Sea and Nigeria offshore operations (ISM, SOLAS, MARPOL, Bureau Veritas, DNV/ABS).
Personal Information
Title: Chartered Engineer | LNG & Gas Specialist | Marine & Offshore Operations
References
Available upon request
Affiliations And Technical Tools
MIET, AMIMechE, APM Associate Member, AutoCAD, SAP PM, PMS Software, FEA, IoT Predictive Maintenance, SOLAS, MARPOL, ISM, Nigerian Petroleum Regulations
Key Certifications
- Bureau Veritas LNGC Construction, 2015
- GTT Membrane LNG Containment, 2015
- Wärtsilä DFDE Operations, 2016
- Chartered Engineer (CEng)
Timeline
Freelance Technical Consultant
Phi-Theta Engineering Ltd.
01.2024 - Current
Project Engineer / Planner
Offshore Deepwater Drilling Co.
03.2019 - 02.2023
Mechanical Engineer (Contract)
Various Offshore Agencies.
01.2018 - 01.2019
Project Engineer
Braemar Engineering (Wavespec) UK
01.2014 - 01.2016
MSc Engineering Management -
Northumbria University
BEng Mechanical Engineering (Hons) -
Northumbria University
Marine Engineer Assistant — Certificate of Competency -
Nigeria Maritime Authority