PIPELINE ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 220,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a qualified Pipeline Engineer with 5 to 15 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas sector. The role encompasses delivering pipeline engineering solutions throughout the project lifecycle, executing design and documentation, and aligning with industry standards.

Qualifications

• 5-15 years of relevant experience in pipeline engineering for offshore EPCI projects.
• Proven experience in subsea pipeline in-place design.
• Familiarity with software tools for pipeline analysis.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering analyses for subsea pipelines.
• Develop design documentation and installation drawings.
• Support material selection and ensure compliance with project specifications.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Civil or Offshore Engineering

Tools

Offpipe

OrcaFlex

Abaqus

Caesar II

Job description

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Pipeline Engineer with 5 to 15 years of experience in the offshore oil and gas sector specializing in EPCI (Engineering Procurement Construction and Installation) projects and subsea pipeline in-place design. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering pipeline engineering solutions across the full project lifecycle from concept through detailed design and installation.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform engineering analyses for subsea pipelines including in-place design global buckling thermal expansion and free-span assessments.
• Develop design documentation such as route selection studies alignment sheets stress analysis reports wall thickness calculations and installation drawings.
• Support material selection pipeline configuration and routing in coordination with other disciplines.
• Ensure pipeline designs meet project specifications industry codes (DNV ASME API) and client requirements.
• Assist in the development of installation procedures and provide technical support during offshore execution.
• Coordinate with fabrication and installation teams to ensure constructability and offshore readiness.
• Participate in design reviews risk assessments and interface meetings across departments and with clients.
• Perform pipeline integrity checks and contribute to pipeline engineering deliverables for EPCI tendering and execution phases.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Civil or Offshore Engineering (or related discipline).
• 5-15 years of relevant experience in pipeline engineering for offshore EPCI projects.
• Proven experience in subsea pipeline in-place design including detailed stress and stability analyses.
• Familiarity with software tools such as Offpipe OrcaFlex Abaqus Caesar II or similar for pipeline analysis.
• Good understanding of offshore construction techniques and installation methods (S-lay J-lay etc.).
• Knowledge of DNV-ST-F101 API ASME and other relevant offshore pipeline design codes.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to work in a team-oriented multidisciplinary environment.

Vertical:

Engineering