Lead Pipeline Engineer

WorleyParsons

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 180,000 - 240,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Worley is seeking a Lead Pipeline Engineer to head offshore pipeline engineering activities for ADNOC Offshore projects under the PMC model. You will oversee design reviews, ensure compliance with ADNOC and international standards, and coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Structural, and HSE teams through all project phases from concept to start-up.

The role requires extensive offshore pipeline experience, leadership of senior engineers, and strong knowledge of piping hydraulics, stability, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline; 15+ years in Oil & Gas or Petrochemical.
ADNOC Offshore PMC experience required.
Experience leading multidisciplinary offshore pipeline teams.

Responsibilities

Lead pipeline engineering activities for offshore oil & gas developments.
Review and approve pipeline design basis, routing studies, and hydraulic analyses.
Coordinate interfaces across Process, Mechanical, Structural, and other disciplines.
Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes (DNV, API, ISO, ASME).
Mentor junior engineers and support procurement, fabrication, and installation.

Skills

Pipeline Engineering

Team Leadership

Project Management

HSE Compliance

Offshore Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

AutoPIPE

DNV SESAM

OFFPIPE

PIPESIM

Navisworks

SmartPlant/AVEVA

Primavera P6

Job description

Company: Worley

Schedule

Full-time

Job Posting

Jul 16, 2026

Unposting Date

Aug 15, 2026

Job Purpose

The Lead Pipeline Engineer is responsible for leading and managing all pipeline engineering activities for ADNOC Offshore projects executed under the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model. The role ensures that offshore and subsea pipeline systems are designed, reviewed, and executed in accordance with ADNOC requirements, international engineering standards, project specifications, HSE requirements, and schedule commitments throughout Concept, FEED, EPC, construction, installation, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up phases.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering Leadership
- Lead and coordinate pipeline engineering activities for offshore oil & gas developments.
- Manage a team of Pipeline Engineers, Senior Engineers, Specialists, and Designers.
- Ensure engineering deliverables are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project quality requirements.
- Provide technical leadership and engineering solutions for complex offshore pipeline systems.
- Review and approve:
  - Pipeline Design Basis
  - Pipeline Routing Studies
  - Hydraulic Analysis
  - Wall Thickness Calculations
  - Pipeline Stability Analysis
  - Expansion and Flexibility Analysis
  - On-bottom Stability
  - Free Span Analysis
  - Buckling Assessment
  - Crossing Studies
  - Pipeline Mechanical Design
  - Material Selection Reports
  - Stress Analysis
  - Pipeline Alignment Sheets
  - Pig Launcher & Receiver Design
  - Pipeline Datasheets
- Review subsea flowlines, risers, shore approaches, tie-ins, and subsea structures.
- Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and applicable international codes including DNV, API, ISO and ASME.
- Review EPC Contractor engineering deliverables and provide timely comments.
- Monitor engineering progress against project schedule.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with Process, Mechanical, Structural, Civil, Instrumentation, Electrical, Marine, Subsea, and HSE disciplines.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, Constructability, Value Engineering and Risk Assessment workshops.
- Support engineering change management and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
- Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, offshore installation and hook-up activities.
- Review installation procedures including:
  - S-Lay
  - J-Lay
  - Reel-Lay
  - Shore Pull
  - Pipeline Pull-In
  - Tie-In
  - Hydrotesting
  - Dewatering
  - Drying
  - Gauging
  - Intelligent Pigging
  - Pre-commissioning and Commissioning procedures
- Support offshore construction and resolve technical queries.
Procurement Support
- Review technical specifications.
- Prepare and review Material Requisitions.
- Evaluate Technical Bid Evaluations.
- Support procurement of line pipes, valves, fittings, coatings, insulation, and subsea equipment.
HSE & Quality
- Promote ADNOC's HSE culture and ensure engineering activities comply with project HSE requirements.
- Ensure design complies with safety, operability, maintainability, and integrity requirements.
- Participate in engineering audits, safety reviews, and lessons learned workshops.
Project Coordination
- Coordinate with Client, EPC Contractors, Vendors, Classification Authorities, and third-party consultants.
- Monitor project risks and recommend mitigation measures.
- Support project reporting and management reviews.
- Mentor junior engineers and develop technical capability within the engineering team.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a 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 Required.
Offshore project experience is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in ADNOC Offshore projects is required.
Extensive experience in PMC, FEED, Detailed Engineering, and EPC projects.
Proven experience in both Greenfield and Brownfield offshore developments.
ADNOC Offshore PMC experience.
Experience with major offshore developments involving subsea pipelines, flowlines, risers, and brownfield tie-ins.
Experience supporting offshore construction, installation, commissioning, and start-up activities.
Proven capability in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams on large-scale offshore projects.
Offshore Pipeline Engineering
Subsea Flowlines
Pipeline Routing
Hydraulic Calculations
Wall Thickness Design
Pipeline Stress Analysis
Pipeline Stability Analysis
Free Span Analysis
Buckling Analysis
Corrosion Management
Cathodic Protection
Material Selection
Pipeline Integrity Management
Offshore Installation Engineering
Brownfield Modifications
Engineering Risk Assessment