Principal Piping Material Engineer

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 424,080; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong career growth in energy projects

Exposure to international project execution

Job summary

McDermott is looking for a Principal Piping Material Engineer in Dubai, UAE. This role demands extensive experience in piping engineering and leads various engineering activities for complex projects.

Ideal candidates will have 15-20 years of experience in oil and gas, with a proven track record in EPC environments, and be prepared to manage complex project coordination while ensuring compliance with project delivery goals.

Qualifications

• 15 to 20 years of experience as a Piping Engineer in oil and gas with major EPC contractors.
• Strong experience in Conceptual, Pre-FEED, FEED, and detailed design phases.
• Previous Lead Piping Engineer experience on FEED and EPC projects in multi-office execution environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed design analysis based on project scope, design basis, codes, and standards.
• Prepare detailed piping design calculations, reports, and engineering procedures.
• Lead technical solutions for complex piping engineering challenges and provide recommendations for best practices.

Skills

Piping material engineering

FEED and EPC project execution

Pipe stress and support systems

SP3D, E3D, and Navisworks

MTO preparation and review

Piping design standards and codes

Project scheduling and discipline forecasting

Technical bid evaluation

Vendor and subcontractor coordination

Cross-functional engineering leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SP3D

E3D

Navisworks

Job description

Principal Piping Material Engineer

Location: Dubai, UAE — Industry: Oil and Energy — Function: Mechanical Engineering — Experience: 15-20 Years — Job Type: Full-time — Salary: 25,000-38,000 monthly (Market estimated)

Overview

Principal Piping Material Engineer hiring opportunity in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for senior professionals experienced in piping engineering, FEED, and EPC project delivery. This role leads piping material engineering, design execution, and technical decision-making across complex offshore and onshore projects while ensuring compliance with global engineering standards and project delivery goals.

Role Context

The Principal Piping Material Engineer is responsible for managing complex piping engineering activities across conceptual, Pre‑FEED, FEED, and detailed design phases. This position ensures the correct selection of piping materials, technical compliance, project coordination, and successful discipline execution throughout the full project lifecycle. The role directly supports engineering quality, construction readiness, and safe operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed design analysis based on project scope, design basis, codes, and standards
• Prepare detailed piping design calculations, reports, and engineering procedures
• Lead technical solutions for complex piping engineering challenges and provide recommendations for best practices
• Manage schedule planning, resource forecasting, and discipline execution within approved project budgets
• Review and approve piping design philosophies, specifications, pipe supports, standard drawings, MTOs, and material requisitions
• Coordinate with engineering disciplines, construction teams, procurement, and project management for integrated project delivery
• Support 3D model reviews at 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent project progress stages
• Monitor piping KPIs and implement corrective actions where required
• Participate in project audits, technical reviews, and change management activities
• Prepare piping man‑hour estimates, execution plans, discipline forecasts, and deliverable schedules
• Interface with High‑Value Engineering Centers and ensure alignment with project scope and deliverables
• Lead piping engineering and layout teams when assigned as Lead Engineer
• Support proposals, technical studies, and client engineering discussions

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's Degree or Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 15 to 20 years of experience as a Piping Engineer in oil and gas with major EPC contractors
• Strong experience in Conceptual, Pre‑FEED, FEED, and detailed design phases
• Previous Lead Piping Engineer experience on FEED and EPC projects in multi‑office execution environments
• Deep knowledge of piping material engineering, pipe stress, support systems, modeling, and MTO activities
• Familiarity with international engineering standards including ANSI, ASME, API, BS, and NFPA
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of project contracts
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex project coordination
• Flexible for international business travel

Skills Set

• Piping material engineering
• FEED and EPC project execution
• Pipe stress and support systems
• SP3D, E3D, and Navisworks
• MTO preparation and review
• Piping design standards and codes
• Project scheduling and discipline forecasting
• Modularization and stick‑built project execution
• Technical bid evaluation
• Vendor and subcontractor coordination
• Cross‑functional engineering leadership

Why Join Us

• Lead major piping engineering packages for world‑scale energy infrastructure projects
• Work within a globally respected engineering and EPC organization
• Strong career growth in high‑value offshore and onshore developments
• Exposure to international project execution and advanced engineering systems
• Be part of major projects supporting safe and sustainable global energy solutions

About the Company

McDermott International is a leading global provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and installation solutions for the energy industry. With over 100 years of expertise and operations across more than 50 countries, the company delivers advanced offshore, onshore, and subsea infrastructure projects that support global energy development. Its Dubai operations are a key hub for delivering large‑scale EPC and engineering excellence across the Middle East and international markets.