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Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer

Job in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Listing for: TALENTMATE
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-06
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Oil & Gas, Mechanical Engineer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 120000 - 200000 AED Yearly AED 120000.00 200000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer

Company: K  Corporate – In-house Engineering

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE – K  Office

Job Purpose: Lead pipeline engineering activities within Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering for Oil & Gas projects. Ensure high‑quality, safe, and timely delivery of pipeline design and related deliverables in adherence with project requirements, international codes, and standards. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coordination across multi‑disciplinary teams and interfaces with clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and independently perform the pipeline engineering scope for Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering phases.
  • Develop and review pipeline design strategies, standards, and procedures.
  • Hands‑on capability to perform and supervise pipeline calculations, pipeline design basis, mechanical design, routing optimization, stress analysis, support design, crossings design & optimization, buckling assessment & mitigation, buoyancy assessment, location class & valve station selection, hot tap studies, ductile fracture assessment, scrapping requirement assessment, and insulation considerations.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.4, B31.8, API RP 1101, etc.) and project specifications.
  • Review and approve technical deliverables such as P&IDs, isometrics, routing drawings, material lists, and design basis memoranda.
  • Coordinate and interface with process, piping, mechanical, instrumentation, electrical, materials & corrosion, safety, construction, geotechnical, structural and civil teams to resolve technical issues.
  • Manage change to scope, schedule, and budget, and provide risk assessments and mitigation plans.
  • Mentor and train junior engineers; provide technical reviews and feedback.
  • Interface with clients and vendors, supporting technical clarifications and design approvals.
  • Ensure engineering integrity, quality assurance and document control for all pipeline‑related deliverables.
  • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, toolbox talks, and knowledge sharing.
  • Support field execution and construction activities as needed, including site visits when required and as‑built documentation.
Experience
  • Minimally 15+ years of onshore pipeline engineering experience and proven track record in Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
  • Previous ADNOC EPC experience + familiarity with ADNOC procedures & requirements (procurement, permitting, interfaces, etc.) is highly preferred.
  • Highly capable and efficient in preparing (hands‑on) all onshore pipeline engineering deliverables independently and simultaneously working on multiple pipeline projects. Owns assigned tasks with high degree of responsibility. Flexibility & adaptability to maneuver dynamic and evolving project environment.
  • Experienced in Iraq field development projects.
  • Experience in onshore pipeline constructability, procurement process & commissioning is highly desirable.
  • Familiarity / experience in offshore pipeline and subsea engineering is a bonus.
Education & Qualifications
  • Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g., Pipeline, Mechanical or similar applicable degree).
  • Chartered status or professional registration is a plus.
  • Proven pipeline design software proficiency (e.g., AutoPIPE, Caesar II, MathCAD, etc.) is mandatory.
  • Proven experience independently and directly managing a group of designers producing project pipeline drawings to meet client requirements.
Technical Skills
  • Strong knowledge of pipeline mechanical design, stress analysis, routing optimization, crossing design (road, rail, river, HDD, open cut, etc.) & optimization, buckling (LB, UHB) assessment & mitigation, and thermal expansion considerations.
  • Proficient in relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.4, B31.8; API standards).
  • Ability to perform stress analysis, material selection, and corrosion considerations.
  • Knowledge of HSE practices & requirements and risk assessment methodologies applicable to design and construction phases.
Soft Skills
  • Integrity: upholding engineering integrity amidst challenging priorities.
  • Leadership: ability to lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary,…
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