Lead Engineer

SET Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UAE is seeking a Lead Engineer to oversee engineering and design teams. The ideal candidate should have over 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, strong leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate interdisciplinary efforts. This role will involve project management, client meetings, and ensuring compliance with HSE and QA standards.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Expertise in planning and resource allocation.
• Strong supervisory and mentorship skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and allocate tasks for engineering and design teams.
• Review project documentation and ensure accuracy.
• Coordinate activities across disciplines.
• Attend and lead project-related meetings.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Interdisciplinary coordination

Technical evaluations

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Lead Engineer

Department: Engineering

Section: Engineering Technical

Reporting, Interaction Lines & Operating Environment

Functionally reports to

• Engineering Manager

Operationally reports to

• Engineering Manager

Supervises

• N / A

Working relationships

• Internally communicate
• Externally communicate

Operating Environment

• Office-based
• May require site visits

Job Purpose

Jobs at this level are responsible for planning and allocating tasks for the Engineering and Design teams, inter Discipline coordination activities, attendance at client meetings, preparation and checking of all project documentation, review & approval of discipline deliverables and vendor documents.

Principal Accountabilities

• Review the Scope of Work (SoW) to assess manpower requirements
• Secure approval for necessary resources and ensure adequate staffing for project needs
• Plan and allocate tasks to Engineering and Design teams
• Supervise and direct team progress to ensure timely project completion within the approved manpower budget and to the agreed quality standard
• Attend project kick-off meetings to gain a thorough understanding of project requirements and provide engineering input
• Review all project-related drawings, documentation, calculations, Purchase Requisitions (PR), technical evaluations, and manpower estimates for accuracy and completeness
• Coordinate activities with other disciplines to ensure effective progress and prevent duplication of efforts
• Collect and review inputs on queries, forwarding them to the Project Engineering Manager for resolution
• Attend project progress and technical client meetings to report on activities and address client issues directly
• Participate in design review meetings, providing expert advice on engineering aspects
• Coordinate engineering inputs for project bid preparation, ensuring all technical details are accurately represented
• Oversee and ensure all necessary actions are taken to complete the project satisfactorily
• Provide mentorship to subordinate engineers, supporting their development and skill enhancement
• Ensure all activities and processes comply with HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) and QA (Quality Assurance) standards

Educational Qualifications & Certifications

Relevant Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering in a related discipline, or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years' experience in Oil & Gas Industry