Lead Pipeline Engineer

Wood Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 360,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

Wood is seeking a Lead Pipeline Engineer for the ADNOC Offshore US LTDP project in Abu Dhabi. The role requires substantial pipeline design expertise and leadership of multidisciplinary teams to ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and project deadlines.

Responsibilities span technical reviews, coordination with EPC contractors, and integration across IPMT. Candidates with 15+ years in offshore oil and gas, PMC experience, and strong communication will be favored.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in oil and gas upstream offshore.
• Large-project experience in Middle East / GCC.
• PMC experience is highly preferable.
• Experience with ADNOC standards and codes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise in Pipeline design and ensure compliance with codes and ADNOC standards.
• Coordinate with EPC Contractor as per project expectations and schedule.
• Review and approve engineering deliverables for quality and compliance.
• Interface with IPMT, EPC Contractor, ADNOC Engineering/Operation teams to resolve issues.
• Support project managers and engineers with technical reviews and bid evaluations.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Independent decision making

Problem solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Wood is recruiting for Lead Pipeline Engineer under ADNOC Offshore US LTDP project.

Responsibilities

Job Objective

• Provide technical expertise in all Pipeline design
• Ensure design and engineering compliance with relevant codes and ADNOC standards
• Coordinate, Monitor and handle Pipeline design and engineering with EPC Contractor as per project expectation and complete the same within the time frame
• Work with other discipline engineers within IPMT, EPC Contractor, ADNOC Engineering / Operation / Site Interface to resolve technical issues and ensure quality Discipline Engineering execution and integrity etc.
• Perform regular and timely technical reviews of Pipeline Engineering deliverables developed by engineering consultants/contractors, ensuring design quality in compliance with relevant codes, standards, and best practices.

• Ensure integration of overall Pipeline Engineering. Overall coordination within IPMT Pipeline Engineering Team
• Ensure quality and accuracy of Engineering Consultant’s & EPC Contractor’s Pipeline Engineering design activities
• Review and approval of Engineering Consultant's and EPC Contractor’s work and ensure compliance with ADNOC project specifications, relevant codes and standards, and best industry practices
• Coordinate the required engineering participation in the development and analysis of various design options and business models. Contribute input and expertise in the development and analysis of various design options and business models to design optimization and validation.
• Participate in teams for equipment sizing / equipment selection considering optimization and standardization.
• Ensure that the facilities are designed in accordance with the latest corporate guidelines with respect to environment and health aspects.
• Ensure full utilization of the existing facilities while optimizing the facilities required for the new projects.
• Participate in layout reviews, Model review, design reviews, and technical workshops.
• Provide technical assistance and coordination with other discipline engineers.
• Coordinate technical reviews and bid evaluation, and performance evaluation.
• Report to ADNOC Discipline Team Leader, Engineering Manager, and provide support to Project Managers and Engineers within the Project Management Team organization
• Interface with Managers, Team Leaders and Engineers in Company's Technical Departments, Business Units, Operations Units, and Logistics Department
• Interface regularly with Contractor’s Engineering and Project Management team and discipline engineers as and when required

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 15+ years of experience, predominantly in the oil and gas upstream offshore industry, working for competitor organizations such as Kent, KBR, Worley, Petrofac, and Saipem
• PMC experience is highly preferable
• Large-project experience is a must. Middle East / GCC experience on projects with Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy, PDO, etc
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant international codes and standards
• Knowledge of engineering computer programs and general business software
• Ability to make independent decisions in planning, organizing, and coordinating to develop solutions to complex problems

Job Info

• Job Identification 31890
• Job Category Engineering
• Posting Date 09/01/2026, 09:04 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates