PIPING ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross Consulting seeks a Piping Engineer for onshore oil & gas projects. Responsible for FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables, 3D modelling reviews, and piping stress analyses to ensure design quality and compliance with ASME B31.3, API, and ASTM standards.

You will coordinate with disciplines, review P&IDs, and support vendor document reviews while ensuring constructability and design optimization in line with project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, piping, or related engineering discipline.
• 6–12 years of experience in piping engineering for onshore oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering / Detail Design phases.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling and piping design tools (E3D, PDMS, SP3D).
• Hands-on experience in piping stress analysis using CAESAR II or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ASTM).
• Previous EPC/engineering consultancy experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review piping deliverables including layouts, GA drawings, isometrics, tie-in schedules, and MTOs.
• Perform piping design and stress analysis for onshore facilities (process units, utilities, pipe racks, equipment piping).
• Review P&IDs, project specs, vendor data, and inputs from other disciplines.
• Ensure piping design aligns with process, mechanical, civil/structural, electrical, and instrumentation requirements.
• Conduct 3D model review sessions (E3D, PDMS, SP3D) and provide optimization recommendations.
• Review piping stress reports, flexibility analyses, support designs, and ensure compliance with codes and project requirements.
• Support material selection, valve sizing, line designation tables, and piping specs.
• Coordinate with procurement and provide technical support during vendor document reviews.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOP/HAZID, and constructability reviews.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with standards (ASME B31.3, API, ASTM) and QA/QC procedures.

Skills

Piping Design

FEED Knowledge

3D Modelling

Caesar II

P&ID Review

ASME/API Codes

Coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/piping or related engineering

Tools

E3D

PDMS

SP3D

Job description

The Piping Engineer will be responsible for preparing, reviewing, and coordinating piping engineering deliverables during the Engineering phase of onshore oil and gas projects. The role requires strong experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering / Detail Design, ensuring design quality, constructability, and compliance with project and industry standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and review piping engineering deliverables including Piping Layouts, General Arrangement drawings, Isometrics, Tie-in schedules, and MTOs.
• Perform piping design and stress analysis activities for onshore oil & gas facilities (process units, utilities, pipe racks, equipment piping, etc.).
• Review and interpret P&IDs, project specifications, vendor data, and engineering inputs from other disciplines.
• Ensure piping design aligns with process, mechanical, civil/structural, electrical, and instrumentation requirements.
• Conduct 3D model review sessions (e.g., using AVEVA E3D, PDMS, SP3D) and provide design optimization recommendations.
• Review piping stress reports, flexibility analyses, support designs, and ensure compliance with codes and project requirements.
• Support material selection, valve sizing, line designation tables, and preparation of piping specifications.
• Coordinate with procurement and provide technical support during vendor document reviews.
• Participate in design review meetings, HAZOP/HAZID sessions, and constructability reviews.
• Ensure all engineering work complies with relevant standards (ASME B31.3, API, ASTM, etc.) and company QA/QC procedures.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, Piping, or related Engineering discipline.
• 6-12 years of experience in piping engineering for onshore oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering / Detail Design phases.
• Proficiency in 3D modelling and piping design tools (e.g., E3D, PDMS, SP3D).
• Hands-on experience in piping stress analysis using CAESAR II or equivalent software.
• Strong knowledge of international codes and standards (ASME, API, ASTM, etc.).
• Previous experience with EPC contractors or engineering consultancies is an advantage.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and technical reporting skills.
• Only candidates currently in UAE and immediately available will be considered.