Lead Piping Engineer - Design & Project Delivery (Contract)

Ghobash Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contract Piping Engineer. You will lead piping design and engineering activities from FEED to detailed engineering, ensuring compliance with various industry standards. The role requires excellent skills in piping materials, solid knowledge of design tools like AutoCAD and SmartPlant. You will work closely with teams across disciplines, provide technical support during project phases, and mentor junior engineers. Strong communication and independent working skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of piping materials, fittings, valves, and supports.
• Excellent understanding of codes, standards, and industry best practices.
• Ability to work independently and lead design activities.
• Good communication and coordination skills.
• Client-facing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform piping design and engineering activities from FEED to detailed engineering.
• Prepare and review piping layouts, GA drawings, isometrics, spool drawings, and MTOs.
• Develop and review P&IDs, piping specifications, line lists, and valve lists.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, ANSI, API, ISO, ASTM and client-specific standards.
• Perform pipe sizing, material selection, and routing optimization.
• Coordinate stress analysis requirements with stress engineers and review outputs.
• Review vendor drawings and technical documents.
• Interface with process, mechanical, civil, electrical, instrumentation, and construction teams.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP model reviews, and client meetings.
• Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, installation, and commissioning.
• Resolve design-related issues during construction and site execution.
• Ensure engineering deliverables meet project quality requirements.
• Follow HSE guidelines and promote safe design practices.
• Support audits and design compliance checks.
• Guide and mentor junior piping engineers and designers.
• Review and approve drawings and calculations prepared by team members.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDMS

E3D

SP3D

AutoCAD

SmartPlant

Job description

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Contract Piping Engineer. You will lead piping design and engineering activities from FEED to detailed engineering, ensuring compliance with various industry standards. The role requires excellent skills in piping materials, solid knowledge of design tools like AutoCAD and SmartPlant. You will work closely with teams across disciplines, provide technical support during project phases, and mentor junior engineers. Strong communication and independent working skills are essential for success in this position.