Lead Structural Engineer - Offshore

Worley; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley in Abu Dhabi is seeking an accomplished Senior Structural Engineer to lead all structural activities across FEED, EPC and detailed engineering phases. You will provide technical leadership for onshore and offshore systems, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and global codes while coordinating with multi-disciplinary teams.

The role requires a strong track record in major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, including offshore developments, with excellent leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline with 15+ years oil & gas experience.
• Minimum 5 years in GCC region (preferred) in a similar position.
• Experience in FEED and EPC projects, preferably offshore developments.
• Experience leading a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers and Engineers.
• Experience with ADNOC projects and offshore facilities preferred.
• Strong knowledge of design codes and standards (AISC, API, ASCE, BS, Eurocodes, ADNOC).
• Proficiency in structural engineering software.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary and multicultural environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all structural engineering activities for the project during FEED, EPC and detailed engineering phases.
• Provide technical leadership for design and analysis of onshore and offshore structural systems, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards and international codes.
• Oversee preparation, review and approval of structural deliverables (calculations, reports, drawings, specs, material requisitions).
• Perform and review structural analyses using industry-standard software for steel/concrete structures, foundations, pipe racks and offshore facilities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate structural design with process, piping, mechanical, electrical and civil disciplines.
• Support constructability reviews, value engineering and design optimization for cost-effective solutions.
• Review vendor documents and contractor submissions with timely technical comments and recommendations.
• Ensure all activities align with schedules, quality requirements and HSE standards.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID, constructability workshops and client meetings.
• Lead, mentor and manage Specialists and Engineers ensuring excellence and resource utilization.
• Interface with clients, contractors and stakeholders to resolve engineering issues.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Structural engineering software

Job description

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 structural engineering activities for the project during FEED, EPC, and detailed engineering phases.
• Provide technical leadership for the design and analysis of onshore and offshore structural systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, ADNOC standards, and international codes.
• Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of structural deliverables, including design calculations, structural analysis reports, drawings, specifications, and material requisitions.
• Perform and review structural analyses using industry-standard software for steel and concrete structures, equipment foundations, pipe racks, buildings, and offshore facilities.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure seamless integration of structural design with process, piping, mechanical, electrical, and civil disciplines.
• Support constructability reviews, value engineering initiatives, and design optimization to achieve cost‑effective and efficient solutions.
• Review vendor documents and contractor submissions and provide timely technical comments and recommendations.
• Ensure all structural engineering activities are executed in accordance with project schedules, quality requirements, and HSE standards.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID, constructability workshops, and client meetings as required.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers, ensuring technical excellence and effective resource utilization.
• Interface with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to resolve engineering issues and support successful 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.
• Proven experience in FEED and EPC projects, preferably involving major offshore developments.
• 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.
• Experience with ADNOC projects and offshore facilities is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of international design codes and standards such as AISC, API, ASCE, BS, Eurocodes, and ADNOC engineering standards.
• Proficiency in structural engineering software.
• 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.