Field Engineer - EPCI Site Support

Mc Dermott

Dubai

On-site

AED 111,600 - 178,560

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Mc Dermott is seeking a Field Engineer for EPCI Site Support in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role involves bridging engineering intent and field execution, monitoring site progress, and coordinating with various teams.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 3 years of EPCI experience, and proficiency in engineering software like AutoCAD. The position offers a full-time contract and competitive salary.

Qualifications

3 years of relevant experience in the EPCI industry.
Good understanding of engineering principles, technical drawings, specifications, and site requirements.
Strong analytical ability to identify site issues.

Responsibilities

Assist engineering teams with field execution activities.
Report technical concerns and support corrective actions.
Maintain organized records of inspections and site comments.

Skills

Field engineering

EPCI projects

Site engineering support

Construction coordination

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

HSE compliance

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

Field Engineer – EPCI Site Support

Job Snapshot: Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates; Industry: Oil and Energy; Function: Engineering; Job Type: Full‑time; Experience: 3 years in EPCI field engineering, construction coordination, or site engineering support.

Salary: 10,000 – 16,000 AED (estimated range; confirm final offer with employer).

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Job Type: Full‑time
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any

Context

The Field Engineer – EPCI Site Support helps bridge engineering intent and field execution by monitoring site progress, identifying design deviations, preparing technical reports, and supporting coordination between project managers, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and construction teams. The position contributes to smoother project execution by helping resolve routine field issues, maintaining visibility on site conditions, and supporting compliance with engineering standards, quality systems, HSE expectations, and customer requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Assist engineering teams with field execution activities and ensure assigned work follows project specifications, construction requirements, and EPCI industry standards.
Visit construction areas regularly to review progress, observe site conditions, and identify deviations from approved drawings, specifications, or planned methodology.
Report potential technical concerns early and support corrective actions in coordination with senior engineers, project managers, and contractors.
Work with engineering, construction, quality, commissioning, and project management teams to maintain effective communication throughout project phases.
Prepare clear site progress updates, field observation notes, technical evaluation reports, and quality control assessment records.
Support project execution planning by contributing to engineering deliverable tracking, construction schedules, commissioning readiness, and field activity coordination.
Review engineering drawings, technical specifications, site instructions, and construction documents to support accurate field implementation.
Help resolve routine technical questions from internal teams, contractors, subcontractors, and external stakeholders.
Identify practical improvements that may reduce cost, improve efficiency, limit rework, or strengthen project execution methodology.
Support quality checks by verifying that field activities are aligned with approved engineering documents and internal quality management systems.
Follow HSE policies, procedures, and site instructions while promoting safe work practices and environmental awareness among project teams.
Ensure field engineering support remains aligned with applicable codes, regulations, standards, and customer expectations.
Coordinate technical information between office engineering teams and field teams to reduce delays and improve execution clarity.
Maintain organized records of inspections, site comments, technical clarifications, progress updates, and follow‑up actions.
Support collaborative problem solving during site activities by analyzing technical information and recommending practical next steps.

Ideal Profile

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
3 years of relevant experience in the EPCI industry.
Familiarity with field engineering procedures, construction coordination, engineering workflows, and project execution practices.
Good understanding of engineering principles, technical drawings, specifications, construction documents, and site requirements.
Knowledge of relevant EPCI codes, industry standards, regulations, and project quality expectations.
Proficiency in engineering software and tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar applications.
Strong analytical ability with a practical approach to identifying site issues and supporting corrective actions.
Good verbal and written communication skills for explaining technical information to different stakeholders.
Strong interpersonal skills for working with cross‑functional teams, contractors, and project representatives.
Safety‑focused mindset with awareness of HSE requirements in construction and installation activities.
Willingness to learn from experienced engineers while taking ownership of routine field engineering tasks.

Skills Set