Lead Material Engineer

WorleyParsons; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Lead Material Engineer in Abu Dhabi to oversee materials engineering across FEED, EPC, and detailed design phases. The role focuses on material selection strategies for process facilities, pipelines, offshore structures, and static equipment, ensuring safe and cost-effective operation.

You will develop reports, CCDs and specifications, drive corrosion assessments, and ensure compliance with ADNOC and international standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering with 15+ years in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry
• Minimum 5 years in GCC region preferred
• Experience on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects with team leadership
• FEED & EPC phases experience required
• Strong knowledge of material selection, corrosion, metallurgy, coatings and standards (NACE/ASME/ASTM/API/ISO)
• Experience in MSDs, CCDs, and material specifications for offshore/onshore facilities
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural project environments

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all materials engineering activities during FEED, EPC and detailed engineering phases
• Develop and implement material selection strategies for facilities, pipelines, piping systems, static equipment and offshore structures
• Prepare, review and approve material selection reports, corrosion studies, material specs and requisitions
• Perform materials selection and corrosion assessments considering process conditions and project design life
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specs and international codes (NACE, ASME, ASTM, API, ISO)
• Provide technical expertise in corrosion control, coatings, cathodic protection, metallurgy and welding
• Review vendor documentation and bid evaluations to ensure alignment with project requirements
• Support HAZOP/HAZID, constructability reviews, value engineering and design optimization
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Civil, Inspection and Procurement teams
• Participate in client/vendor meetings to resolve material-related issues
• Monitor deliverables to meet schedules, quality and HSE requirements
• Lead, mentor and supervise a team of specialists and engineers
• Attend and contribute to technical meetings with clients and stakeholders

Skills

Material selection

Corrosion engineering

Metallurgy

Coatings

Welding requirements

Non-metallic materials

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Job Description - Lead Material Engineer (ABU029K)

Company : Worley

Job

Materials/Corrosion

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type

Employee

Job Posting

Sep 4, 2026

Unposting Date

Ongoing

About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage all materials engineering activities during FEED, EPC, and detailed engineering phases of the project.

Develop and implement materials selection strategies for process facilities, pipelines, piping systems, static equipment, and offshore structures, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective operation.

Prepare, review, and approve material selection reports, corrosion studies, material specifications, piping class specifications, and technical requisitions.

Perform materials selection and corrosion assessments considering process conditions, operating environments, and project design life requirements.

Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, and applicable international codes and standards such as NACE, ASME, ASTM, API, and ISO.

Provide technical expertise in corrosion control, coating systems, cathodic protection interfaces, metallurgy, welding requirements, and non-metallic materials applications.

Review vendor documentation, technical bid evaluations, and material compliance documentation to ensure alignment with project requirements.

Support HAZOP, HAZID, constructability reviews, value engineering studies, and design optimization initiatives.

Coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Civil, Inspection, and Procurement disciplines to ensure appropriate material selection and specification.

Participate in technical meetings with clients, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve material-related issues.

Monitor engineering deliverables and ensure activities are completed in accordance with project schedules, quality standards, and HSE requirements.

Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers to ensure technical excellence and effective project delivery.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in the GCC region.
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers.
• ADNOC & Offshore project experience is preferred.
• PMC experiences are preferrable.
• Experience in FEED & EPC Phases is required.
• Strong knowledge of material selection, corrosion engineering, metallurgy, coatings, and international standards including NACE, ASME, ASTM, API, and ISO requirements.
• Experience in preparing Material Selection Diagrams (MSDs), Corrosion Control Documents (CCDs), and material specifications for offshore and onshore facilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary and multicultural project environments.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.