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Senior Principal Pipeline Engineer

Job in London, Greater London, W1B, England, UK
Listing for: McDermott International
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-29
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Environmental Engineer, Oil & Gas, Civil Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Overview:

The Senior Principal Pipeline Engineer is tasked with solving unique and complex problems that broadly impact the business. They must proactively identify and solve the most complex problems that impact the Management and direction of the business. The Senior Principal Pipeline Engineer is considered a specialist in Pipeline (Eng), and they offer a broad knowledge base about the Engineering Function. The Senior Principal Pipeline Engineer impacts the direction and resource allocation of programs and projects in their discipline and works within general functional policies and industry guidelines.

The Senior Principal Pipeline Engineer role requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop creative solutions to Pipeline (Eng) challenges. Experience working with SURF Contractor is essential to be considered for the role.

Lutech Resources has over 25 years’ experience providing tailor made recruitment and integrated resource management to leading Engineering, Energy and Manufacturing sector companies worldwide. We set ourselves apart from others in the industry by building long term relationships with both our clients and candidates based on a mutual understanding of their targeted industry and a passion for excellence. With every engagement, our goal is to quickly place qualified talent with the best suited employer.

We have a genuine understanding of candidates and clients’ needs. Along with a dynamic and effective service, we strive for positive outcomes for everyone, every time.

Essential Qualifications and

Education:

20+ years of experience in Oil and Gas with a major contractor or consultant predominantly performing detail design. Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Engineering.

Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods and detailed knowledge of the theory, content, and application of standards, codes, and guidelines as applicable to offshore.

Knowledgeable in project coordination and execution skills.

Recognized across the company as a key lead, highly innovative designer, or highly skilled analyst.

Preferably Registered Professional Engineer or member of Professional Engineering Society as applicable.

Seasoned knowledge of engineering standards and specifications.

Good knowledge of engineering software using DNV Software, SAGE 2D and SAGE3D, ABAQUS and FEA Packages like SACS and/or Autopipe.

Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).Good working knowledge of the English language.

HSE, TQM and cost-conscious.

Good organizer, motivator, and supervisor.

Keen on improving the effectiveness of the work.

Show flexibility and ensure proper hand-over with regards to:

The replacement of colleagues during illness and holidays.

The provision of assistance to other colleagues with heavy workloads (also other projects) when possible/desirable.

The managing/learning of current working methods and software applications.

The reassignment to other McDermott offices.#LI-SJ1#LI-DNI#LI-Hybrid Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Interpret internal and external business challenges in the pipeline engineering discipline, requiring specialized depth and breadth of expertise in the area of pipeline engineering

Interpret internal or external business issues and recommend best practices

Solve complex pipeline-related problems and work independently with minimal guidance

May lead functional teams or projects and is regarded as a specialist in the field of pipeline engineering, as such, they must have in-depth expertise in pipeline engineering as well as broad knowledge of the pipeline engineering discipline within the engineering function  Develop creative and innovative solutions that are reliable and cost-effective for problems and challenges when they arise

Apply expertise to the most complex problems

Manage own time to meet objectives and (as Lead Engineer) forecast and plan resource requirements

Develop and manage plans to achieve business objectives

Clearly communicate and explain highly complex ideas and anticipate potential objections; influencing outcomes

When acting as Lead Engineer, in addition:

Direct large team as a Lead Engineer  Lead the Discipline engineering design of the assigned work area and complete within the planned schedule and budget, in accordance with standards, MOR, and project-specific procedures and to a high professional standard

Plan, organize, and direct all aspects of Discipline execution on the assigned project including scope, deliverables, schedule, and all manpower resources - agree on allocations with the Discipline Manager Ensure interfaces and deliverables are clearly identified

Maintain responsibility for progress and productivity, identifying any required corrective action

Act as project representative for the Discipline during meetings with the Project Team, Customer discipline lead, and relevant agencies such as certifying authorities, auditors, third parties, etc.

Become fully familiar with the project scope of work, specifications, schedule, and all…
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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