FIELD PIPELINE ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Pipeline Field Engineer to oversee and support pipeline construction and installation. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 8-12 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include technical supervision, compliance monitoring, and coordination between teams to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• 8-12 years of experience in pipeline construction in Oil & Gas or related industries.
• Hands-on knowledge of pipeline construction techniques, welding processes, hydrotesting and pre-commissioning.
• Familiarity with international pipeline design and construction codes: API, ASME, DNV, etc.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site technical focal point for pipeline engineering and construction activities.
• Interpret and implement Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings and specifications.
• Monitor and supervise field installation of pipelines and related structures.

Skills

Technical knowledge of pipeline systems

Coordination skills

Problem-solving ability

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Pipeline or Civil Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Pipeline Field Engineer to coordinate and support the construction and installation of onshore/offshore pipelines. The role involves ensuring proper implementation of pipeline design, managing field technical issues and acting as a liaison between design, procurement and construction teams. The ideal candidate will have strong technical knowledge of pipeline systems, field construction processes and international pipeline standards.

Responsibilities

• Act as the site technical focal point for pipeline engineering and construction activities.
• Interpret and implement Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings, alignment sheets, isometrics, material take-offs (MTOs) and specifications.
• Monitor and supervise field installation of:
  • Cross-country pipelines / flowlines / trunklines
  • Pipeline stringing, welding, NDT, coating, trenching, lowering and backfilling
  • Valve stations, scraper traps, tie-ins and crossings (e.g., road, rail, river, HDD)
• Coordinate with design offices, vendors and subcontractors to resolve technical queries (TQs), field changes and interface issues.
• Ensure construction activities comply with project specifications, pipeline codes (API 5L, ASME B31.4 / B31.8) and HSE regulations.
• Assist QA/QC teams with inspection and testing activities including:
  • Weld inspections (NDT, hydrotest)
  • Coating inspections
  • Pigging, flushing, drying and pre-commissioning
• Maintain as-built documentation, red-line drawings and technical reports.
• Participate in field walkdowns, punch list preparation and clearance, and system handover to commissioning/operations.
• Monitor contractor work progress, interface coordination and material availability.
• Support environmental protection and right-of-way (ROW) compliance in field execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Pipeline or Civil Engineering (or equivalent).
• 8-12 years of field experience in pipeline construction in Oil & Gas or related industries.
• Hands-on knowledge of pipeline construction techniques, welding processes, hydrotesting and pre-commissioning.
• Familiar with international pipeline design and construction codes: API, ASME, DNV, etc.
• Experience with HDD, thrust boring and special crossings is preferred.
• Strong ability to interpret engineering drawings, isometrics, P&IDs and route maps.
• Proficient in using MS Office, AutoCAD and relevant engineering documentation systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, coordination and communication skills.