Principal Engineer (Installation)

National Petroleum Construction Company Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Naval Architecture and Installation. This pivotal role involves leading a team of engineers, providing technical guidance, and ensuring the successful execution of complex projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience, with a strong background in Naval Architecture calculations and engineering software. You will play a crucial role in developing design documents, managing resources, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you are a motivated leader with a passion for engineering excellence, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience with 3+ years in a Principal Engineer role.
• Proven skills in Naval Architecture calculations and software.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Naval Architects and Installation Engineers.
• Review and develop Naval Architecture design and calculations.
• Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with engineering standards.

Skills

Naval Architecture

Marine Engineering

Leadership

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Project Management

Technical Assistance

Planning & Organizing

Education

Bachelor of Engineering in Naval Architecture

Tools

GHS

SESAM

HydroD

SIMA

Moses

Job description

Position - Principal Engineer (Installation)

Job Description Role/Purpose: Jobs at this level are responsible for leading a group of Naval Architects and Installation Discipline Engineers on jobs and on the Discipline function. The candidate supports in effective management & co-ordination of engineering activities of the Discipline. Provide guidance on all design, engineering and technical matters to Discipline Engineers and reports directly to Technical Authority and Engineering Manager. Monitoring project progress and ensuring compliance with established programs, procedures and technical accuracy of engineering deliverables & support services.

Behavioral:

1. Highly motivated
2. Leadership and Influencing skills
3. Good Team Player and Motivator
4. Shows positive emotions and resilience during stressful situations
5. Maintains high performance of self and others
6. Good Problem solver: Strives for continuous improvement in problem solving and decision-making standards and methods. Makes decisions and acts effectively in a timely manner to unforeseen issues
7. Develops cross-departments working practices and procedures that foster commitment and collaboration to improving outputs and benefits to the business.

Responsibilities:

1. Review / Develop Naval Architecture Design Basis.
2. Review / Develop Naval Architecture calculations / guide Naval Architects to perform calculations.
3. Review / Develop Scope of work documents for subcontract.
4. Manages resources & provides expertise.
5. Review Planning Package and assess discipline project progress.
6. Works within Engineering Department procedures.
7. Recommends organizational and manpower plans.
8. Monitor and Control manhours to ensure that the job is finished within budgeted manhours.
9. Review’s manhour estimates for projects and assist TA / EM on revision of norms.
10. Review and approve discipline development activities including timely release of EBP’s, LL’s and updating guidelines / procedures to strengthen discipline.
11. Contribute to development of discipline capabilities.

Skills Required Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelor of Engineer in Naval Architecture or Marine Engineering.
2. Overall, 15+ years of experience with a minimum of 3 years as Principal Engineer (Naval Architecture & Installation) or in a superior role in an EPC/Consultant.
3. Proven skills in Naval Architecture calculations and use of Naval Architect software and spreadsheets.
4. Knowledge of Engineering software/ Design Codes with hands-on experience in GHS, SESAM modules – HydroD / SIMA / SIMO or Moses.
5. Excellent knowledge in load out, transportation, lifting, launching and float over installation engineering.
6. Excellent knowledge in hydrostatics and hydrodynamics.
7. Good understanding of design of rigging / mooring arrangement for barges during load outs, float over, launching etc., conceptual Design of Installation Aids, Bumpers and Guides.
8. Capable of providing technical assistance / guidance on all installation design engineering and technical matters to perform lifting operations, both onshore and Offshore.
9. Has good knowledge of Weight Engineering concepts.
10. Familiar with offshore installation procedures, industry and MWS standards.
11. Planning & organising skills.
12. Understanding of Engineering disciplines in Oil & Gas industry.
13. Excellent Communication & Presentation skills.
14. Excellent Written and spoken English.
15. Excellent technical knowledge and Decision making skills.