Lead Piping Engineer - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2

KBR Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Careers seeks an experienced Lead Piping Engineer for an offshore subsea project in Abu Dhabi. You will lead piping activities through FEED, Detailed Engineering and EPC, ensuring adherence to ADNOC Offshore Standards and international codes.

You will mentor engineers, review drawings and specifications, coordinate across disciplines and support construction. 15–20 years piping exp and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering; Master's is an advantage.
• 15–20 years piping exp in Oil & Gas; 5+ years in lead role.
• Extensive ADNOC Offshore/UAE/Middle East offshore project experience.
• EPC and Detailed Engineering experience required.
• Brownfield and Greenfield offshore facilities exp preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the piping engineering team for offshore projects.
• Review and approve piping designs and layouts.
• Coordinate offshore/onshore piping with other disciplines.
• Plan and monitor piping activities per schedule.
• Provide site support during construction and commissioning.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Multidisciplinary

Offshore engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's Degree (advantage)

Tools

AutoCAD

SP3D

E3D/PDMS

Caesar II

Navisworks

MicroStation

Job description

Title: Lead Piping Engineer - Offshore Subsea Project - Pkg 2 Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR!

The KBR team delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.

Job Title: Lead Piping Engineer

KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. The ADNOC PMC project role would be based initially in Client or Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi.

Job Purpose

Lead and manage all piping engineering activities for ADNOC Offshore projects during FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, Brownfield modifications, and offshore facility upgrades. Ensure piping systems are designed, engineered, and delivered in compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, project specifications, safety requirements, quality standards, and schedule commitments.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

Lead the piping engineering team for offshore oil & gas projects. Review and approve piping design philosophies, layouts, routing studies, and engineering deliverables. Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore Engineering Standards, International Codes, and project specifications. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to piping engineers and designers. Resolve complex technical issues related to piping systems and interfaces.

Engineering & Design

Review and approve: Plot Plans Equipment Layouts Piping General Arrangement Drawings Piping Material Specifications Pipe Support Designs Stress Analysis Reports Isometrics MTOs (Material Take-Offs) Ensure proper integration of piping systems with Process, Mechanical, Civil, Structural, Electrical and Instrument disciplines. Coordinate offshore and onshore piping design activities. Ensure constructability, maintainability, operability, and safety considerations are incorporated into designs.

Project Management

Plan and monitor piping engineering activities in line with project schedules. Review manpower requirements and resource allocation. Participate in project progress reviews and management meetings. Ensure engineering deliverables are issued as per project milestones. Identify risks and implement mitigation measures.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with: ADNOC Offshore Requirements HSE Standards Company Engineering Procedures International Engineering Codes Participate in: HAZID HAZOP SIL Reviews Constructability Reviews Design Reviews Value Engineering Workshops Vendor & Client Coordination Interface with ADNOC Offshore representatives and PMC consultants. Review vendor documents and ensure compliance with project requirements. Provide technical clarifications and support during procurement and construction phases. Attend technical meetings with clients, vendors, and subcontractors.

Construction Support

Provide engineering support during construction, offshore hookup, commissioning, and start‑up activities. Resolve site engineering queries and NCRs. Participate in field surveys and site visits as necessary.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent. Master's Degree is an advantage.

Experience

Minimum 15–20 years of piping engineering experience in Oil & Gas projects. Minimum 5 years in a Lead Piping Engineer role. Extensive experience in ADNOC Offshore, UAE Offshore, or major Middle East Offshore projects. EPC and Detailed Engineering experience is mandatory. Experience in Brownfield and Greenfield offshore facilities preferred.

Technical Knowledge

Mandatory Codes & Standards ASME B31.3 ASME B31.4 ASME B31.8 ASME Section VIII API Standards ASTM Standards MSS Standards ISO Standards ADNOC Offshore Standards.

Software Skills

AutoCAD SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) E3D / PDMS Caesar II Navisworks MicroStation (preferred) MS Office Suite.

Key Competencies

Strong leadership and team management skills Excellent problem-solving abilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Project planning and coordination skills Risk management and decision-making capabilities Strong understanding of offshore engineering practices Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.

Preferred ADNOC Project Experience

Offshore Platforms Wellhead Towers Central Processing Platforms Artificial Islands Subsea Tie‑ins Gas Processing Facilities Produced Water Systems Offshore Brownfield Modifications Shutdown and Revamp Projects.

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