Engineering Lead, Oil & Gas – Basra (Onsite)

EHIF; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Lead for its Dubai location. The role requires extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, a strong educational background in chemical engineering, and the ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Candidates should have a proven track record in technical authority and project management, ideally with experience in the Middle East. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and continued professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Meaningful projects with high profile clients

Competitive salary with regular reviews

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years experience in the oil and gas industry.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and inspire team members.
• Expert knowledge in more than one specialised field.

Responsibilities

• Define and approve technical scopes for projects.
• Lead design reviews and manage technical aspects of complex projects.
• Establish scope of work and allocate resources appropriately.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Effective communication skills

Problem resolution

Technical writing

Knowledge of industry standards

Education

MSc / BSc in Chemical Engineering

Membership of a recognised professional institute

Job description

A leading engineering firm is seeking an Engineering Lead for its Dubai location. The role requires extensive experience in the oil and gas industry, a strong educational background in chemical engineering, and the ability to lead and manage teams effectively. Candidates should have a proven track record in technical authority and project management, ideally with experience in the Middle East. This full-time position offers competitive benefits, including medical insurance and continued professional development opportunities.