FIELD PIPING ENGINEER

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

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Field Piping Engineer. Key responsibilities include overseeing site piping activities, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and coordinating technical queries. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Mechanical or Piping Engineering and 5-10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector, with strong knowledge of welding and piping codes. Competitive compensation and opportunities for professional growth are offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience as a Field Piping Engineer in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical.
• Strong understanding of piping construction, welding, and associated testing procedures.
• Familiarity with piping codes like ASME B31.3 and relevant international standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the site technical authority for field piping-related issues.
• Review piping design documents including P&IDs and specifications.
• Supervise installation of process and utility piping systems.
• Coordinate resolution of technical queries and site modifications.

Skills

Piping construction practices

Pipe welding techniques

Piping layout understanding

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Piping Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

MS Office

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the site technical authority for all field piping-related issues ensuring work is carried out in accordance with Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings and project specifications.


• Review piping design documents including isometrics P&IDs general arrangement drawings support drawings and material specifications.


• Supervise and monitor the installation of:
  
  
  
  • Process and utility piping systems
  
  
  • Aboveground and underground piping
  
  
  • High-pressure and critical service lines
  
  
  • Pipe supports valves and inline components
  
  
  
  


• Coordinate resolution of technical queries (TQs) site modifications and field design changes.


• Interface with engineering procurement and construction teams to ensure correct materials and drawings are available at site.


• Support material take-off (MTO) verification pipe fit-up welding NDT and pressure testing.


• Oversee compliance with ASME API ANSI and other relevant piping codes and standards.


• Assist QA/QC with inspection activities hydrotesting and walk-downs.


• Track installation progress and support system completion punch list clearance and handover to commissioning.


• Review and approve red-line markups and ensure as-built documentation is accurately updated.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical or Piping Engineering (or equivalent).


• 5-10 years of experience as a Field Piping Engineer in the Oil & Gas Refinery or Petrochemical sector.


• Strong understanding of:
  
  
  
  • Piping construction and erection practices
  
  
  • Pipe welding (SMAW GTAW etc.) and associated testing procedures
  
  
  • Piping layout and isometric interpretation
  
  
  
  


• Familiarity with ASME B31.3 ASME B31.1 API ANSI and applicable international standards.


• Experience with piping supports pipe stress considerations and expansion loops is a plus.


• Proficient in AutoCAD Navisworks and MS Office tools.


• Strong communication coordination and problem-solving skills.

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