Senior Piping Designer (O&G - EPC, Process Packages, Skids)

National Oilwell Varco; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading oil and gas company in Dubai is seeking a Senior Piping Designer to manage piping deliverables and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the Oil & Gas sector and proficiency in 3D modeling software. This role requires strong communication skills and a thorough understanding of piping codes and standards. Full-time position with excellent growth potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12-15 years in Oil & Gas sector with 3 years in a similar role.
• Experience in piping design for upstream/midstream projects.
• Ability to review technical specifications and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Produce and maintain piping deliverables including drawings and models.
• Conduct layout design activities under the direction of a Lead Designer.
• Prepare detailed design drawings of piping systems in accordance with standards.

Skills

Piping design knowledge

3D modeling experience

AutoCAD proficiency

MS Office applications

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PDMS/E3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Senior Piping Designer (O&G - EPC, Process Packages, Skids)

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Job Description

NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per job description below.

Job Summary:

Senior Piping Designer is accountable for producing and maintaining piping deliverables (including, but not limited to: drawings, BOMs, 3D models and sketches) in accordance with industry standards, codes and client specifications within the schedule and budget as set-out by the Lead Piping Designer/Engineer.

• Responsible for the technical integrity of assigned Piping Engineering activities.
• Responsible for quality defined in quality management system in general as well as according to governing rules, regulations, standards, specifications and or procedures.
• Independent responsibility for the professional execution of the work assigned to the team.
• Contribute to efficient execution in compliance with the Project schedule.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The responsibilities of the Senior Piping Designer shall include, but are not limited to, those contained in the following statements:

• Layout design activities on Tender / projects under the direction of a Lead Designer.
• Conceptual layout study with respect to the scope of supply.
• 3D modelling using PDMS/E3D, for piping design of skid packages & interconnections.
• Draught & check detailed design drawings of piping systems & supports in accordance with industry standards, codes and client specifications.
• Prepare & check materials take-offs and bill of materials.
• Prepare 2D equipment layout, piping layout, general arrangement drawings, piping isometrics and detail drawings using Autocad.
• Participate in reviewing and checking designs, drawings and data from other parties/execution offices.
• Manage drawings and records to demonstrate procedural compliance with QA activities for internal reviews
• Establish good working relationships and communication with discipline leads, department managers and clients.
• Adhere to the HSE requirements stipulated by Company/Clients
• Undertake any other general duties that may be requested. The list of duties is not exhaustive in any way and may change at any time.

BEHAVIORAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES REQUIRED

• Should have basic piping design knowledge for Process equipment like Separators, Columns, Exchangers, Fin fan coolers used in Oil & Gas projects.
• Piping design experience related to Process skids and packages for upstream/midstream projects would be preferred.
• Ability to review the technical specifications, P&IDs etc.
• Ability to demonstrate previous experience in the use of AutoCAD/Microstation 2D.
• Ability to demonstrate 3D Modelling experience using PDMS/ E3D.
• Ability to demonstrate generation of MTO.
• A basic understanding of constructability, operability and maintainability requirements.
• Must have good working knowledge of piping codes and standards (ASME, ASTM, API, ANSI etc…).
• Display a working knowledge of industry standard drafting practices.
• Verbal and written communication using English is mandatory.
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural team environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Strong work ethic and proactive drive to deliver projects within schedule.
• Maintaining the highest levels of Health and Safety.

EDUCATION AND EXPERENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum Diploma, Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering accredited university or equivalent
• Minimum of 12-15 years' work experience in Oil & Gas sector (EPC Projects), with at least 3 years in the similar role.
• Piping design experience related to Process skids and packages for upstream/midstream projects.
• Prepare 2D equipment layout, piping layout, general arrangement drawings, piping isometrics and detail drawings using Autocad.
• Experience in Tender engineering.
• Reviewing specifications and drawings.

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Job Info

• Job Identification 35315
• Job Category Drafting
• Posting Date 09/22/2025, 07:45 AM
• Apply Before 09/30/2025, 07:59 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations JAFZA South, Plot S50601 61490, Dubai, AE