Principal Engineer (Mechanical-Rotating Equipment)

National Petroleum Construction Company Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the oil and gas sector is seeking a Principal Engineer specializing in Mechanical-Rotating Equipment. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in engineering, emphasizing supervisory roles and project management in offshore upstream facilities. The successful applicant will thrive in a dynamic environment, ensuring project execution aligned with budget and quality standards while leveraging deep technical expertise in rotating machinery and hydraulic processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of engineering experience in oil and gas, preferably with an EPC contractor.
• Strong background in mechanical systems, especially hydraulic processes and pumps.
• Leadership and effective communication skills to motivate teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise engineering tasks to meet project deadlines.
• Review scopes of work and suggest execution strategies.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines for project flow.

Skills

Planning

Project Management

Communication

Teamwork

Supervisory Skills

Technical Expertise

Education

B.Sc. in Engineering

M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering software for rotating equipment

Job description

Principal Engineer (Mechanical-Rotating Equipment) - Years of Experience: 12

Job Details

• Category: Engineering
• Location: UAE - Abu Dhabi
• Employment Status: Full Time
• Employment Type: Long Term
• Candidate Gender: No Preference
• Education: Bachelors (Preference for all nationalities)

Purpose & Scope

Responsible for planning and task allocation within Engineering and Drafting teams, emphasizing team management, coordination, client meetings, and project documentation review. Provides high-level consultancy and technical expertise. May be seconded as Project Engineering Manager depending on project size and complexity, shifting focus from discipline expertise to multidisciplinary coordination.

Responsibilities

1. Review scope of work to determine resource needs and secure approvals.
2. Propose execution strategies for engineering and project tasks.
3. Plan and supervise tasks to ensure timely completion within budget and quality standards.
4. Participate in project kick-off meetings to understand project scope and provide engineering input.
5. Review project drawings, documentation, calculations, and manpower estimates for accuracy.
6. Coordinate activities with other disciplines to ensure effective progress and avoid duplication.
7. Gather and review queries, escalate issues to Project Engineering Manager.
8. Attend progress and technical meetings, maintain client contact for problem resolution.
9. Contribute to design review meetings with engineering expertise.
10. Coordinate engineering inputs for project considerations.

Minimum Requirements

• B.Sc. in Engineering, preferably M.Sc. in Mechanical Engineering.
• At least 12 years of engineering experience in the oil and gas industry, preferably with an EPC contractor, in offshore upstream facilities, ancillary equipment, and associated processes.
• Proven supervisory record, with certifications such as IPMA or PMA preferred.
• Strong planning, organizing, and influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of process, instrumentation, piping, and electrical engineering disciplines.
• Knowledge of engineering software related to rotating equipment sizing and planning tools.
• Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
• Technical expertise in hydraulic processes, pumps, compressors, mechanical vibration analysis, lifting equipment, and upstream oil & gas processes.
• Effective communication, teamwork, and project management skills.
• Ability to develop project execution plans, monitor progress, and manage project interfaces.
• Leadership skills for motivating human resources.