LEAD DISCIPLINE ENGINEER (FIELD) - PROCESS

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross seeks a Lead Process Field Engineer to back onsite construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning and field engineering for a major ADNOC Onshore project.

The role requires extensive experience in process systems, P&IDs/PFDs, and a strong track record in ADNOC standards compliance, with responsibility for coordinating multi-discipline teams and ensuring safe, efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical/Process Engineering.
• 12–15 years of Oil & Gas experience.
• 5+ years as Lead Process Field Engineer or Senior Process Field Engineer.
• Mandatory ADNOC Onshore EPC project experience.
• Strong construction support, field engineering, pre-commissioning and commissioning experience.
• Knowledge of process systems: Separation, Gas Processing, Oil Treatment, Produced Water, Utilities, Flare & Relief.
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, PFDs, calculations, line sizing, operating philosophies.
• Familiarity with API, ASME, ANSI, ISA and ADNOC standards.
• Excellent problem solving, coordination and communication skills.
• Experience in multidisciplinary EPC project teams.
• ADNOC Brownfield/Greenfield Onshore experience.
• Experience supporting commissioning and plant start-up.
• Familiarity with document management and engineering change processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide field engineering support for process-related activities during construction and commissioning.
• Review TQs, FCRs, and NCRs and resolve site issues.
• Ensure construction complies with drawings, specifications, and ADNOC standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, QA/QC, commissioning and client teams to resolve site issues.
• Review P&IDs, PFDs, isometrics, line lists and process documentation for site implementation.
• Support equipment installation, piping, hydrotesting, flushing, leak testing and start-up activities.
• Participate in system walkdowns, punch listing, mechanical completion, pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Verify field modifications and update as-built documentation.
• Provide technical guidance to site engineers and subcontractors.
• Attend client meetings and provide process-related clarification.
• Ensure ADNOC HSE requirements and project quality standards are met.
• Support start-up activities and troubleshoot during commissioning.

Skills

Process Engineering

Field Engineering

P&IDs & PFDs

ADNOC Standards

HSE & Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering

Job description

About the job LEAD DISCIPLINE ENGINEER (FIELD) - PROCESS

We are seeking an experienced Lead Process Field Engineer to support construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and field engineering activities for a major ADNOC Onshore project. The ideal candidate will provide on-site process engineering support, resolve technical issues during construction, ensure compliance with project specifications, and coordinate with engineering, construction, commissioning, and client teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide field engineering support for process-related activities during construction and commissioning.
• Review and resolve site technical queries (TQs), field change requests (FCRs), and non-conformance reports (NCRs).
• Ensure construction activities comply with approved engineering drawings, specifications, and ADNOC standards.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, QA/QC, commissioning, and client teams to resolve site issues.
• Review P&IDs, PFDs, isometrics, line lists, and process documentation for site implementation.
• Support equipment installation, piping works, hydrotesting, flushing, leak testing, and mechanical completion activities.
• Participate in system walkdowns, punch listing, mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
• Verify field modifications and ensure as-built documentation is updated accurately.
• Provide technical guidance to site engineers and subcontractors.
• Attend client meetings and provide technical clarification on process-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements and project quality standards.
• Support start-up activities and assist in troubleshooting process systems during commissioning.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or Process Engineering.
• Minimum 12-15 years of Oil & Gas experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Lead Process Field Engineer or Senior Process Field Engineer.
• Mandatory experience on ADNOC Onshore EPC projects.
• Strong experience in construction support, field engineering, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.
• Good understanding of process systems including Separation Systems, Gas Processing, Oil Treatment Facilities, Produced Water Systems, Utility Systems, Flare & Relief Systems
• Strong knowledge of P&IDs, PFDs, process calculations, line sizing, and operating philosophies.
• Familiarity with international codes and standards such as API, ASME, ANSI, ISA, and ADNOC Engineering Standards.
• Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.
• Experience working in multidisciplinary EPC project teams.
• Previous experience on ADNOC Brownfield or Greenfield Onshore projects.
• Experience supporting commissioning and plant start-up activities.
• Familiarity with electronic document management systems and engineering change management processes.

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