SENIOR PIPING ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Duncan & Ross is looking for a Senior Piping Engineer based in Abu Dhabi to lead and produce detailed piping layouts and design deliverables for onshore oil & gas facilities. The role demands a minimum of 15 years' experience in piping design, specifically within the oil & gas sector and a proven track record of working on ADNOC projects.

The ideal candidate will have advanced proficiency in SmartPlant 3D and manage piping design activities throughout the FEED and Detailed Engineering phases.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in piping design within the oil & gas industry, at least 10 years in onshore projects.
• Proven experience in Engineering Phase work including FEED and Detailed Engineering.
• Mandatory ADNOC project experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead piping design activities for onshore oil & gas projects.
• Develop piping layouts, isometrics, and GA drawings.
• Prepare and review piping models ensuring clash-free designs.
• Coordinate with multi-disciplinary teams for design consistency.

Skills

Piping design principles

3D modeling (SmartPlant 3D, E3D, PDMS)

Leadership and coordination

ADNOC standards and international codes

Education

Diploma / HNC in Mechanical or Piping Engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

Navisworks

Job description

The Senior Piping Engineer will be responsible for leading and producing detailed piping layouts and design deliverables for onshore oil & gas facilities during the FEED and Detailed Engineering phases. The role requires extensive experience in 3D modeling piping layout development and coordination with multi-disciplinary teams ensuring all designs comply with ADNOC Engineering Standards project specifications and international codes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead and execute piping design activities for onshore oil & gas projects during FEED and Detailed Engineering stages.
• Develop and check piping layouts isometrics and GA drawings for process units utility areas and offsite facilities.
• Prepare and review 3D piping models using SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) E3D or PDMS ensuring clash‑free constructible designs.
• Coordinate with process civil mechanical structural electrical and instrumentation disciplines to ensure design consistency and integration.
• Review and verify line routing equipment orientation and nozzle orientations based on P&IDs and process requirements.
• Generate and check Material Take-Offs (MTOs) tie‑in details and as‑built markups.
• Ensure all designs adhere to ADNOC Engineering Standards (ADES/AGES) and international codes such as ASME B31.3 B31.4 B31.8 API and ISO.
• Participate in model reviews design reviews HAZOP/HAZID and constructability workshops.
• Coordinate with the stress and support engineers to incorporate flexibility and support requirements.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior designers and drafters within the piping team.
• Interface with document control and ensure all drawings and deliverables are updated properly numbered and issued as per project procedures.
• Ensure timely delivery of all piping design deliverables in line with project schedules and quality standards.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma / Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Mechanical or Piping Engineering (Bachelors degree preferred).
• 15 years of experience in piping design within the oil & gas industry with at least 10 years in onshore oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience in Engineering Phase work FEED Detailed Engineering and Detail Design (not construction).
• Mandatory ADNOC project experience (minimum one completed FEED or Detailed Design project for ADNOC Onshore / ADNOC Gas).
• Advanced proficiency in SmartPlant 3D (SP3D) E3D PDMS and Navisworks.
• Excellent understanding of piping design principles materials valve types and fabrication requirements.
• Strong knowledge of ADNOC standards international design codes and best engineering practices.
• Capable of leading a small team of designers and ensuring delivery quality and compliance.
• Strong communication coordination and leadership skills.
• Immediate availability to join in Abu Dhabi.
• Experience in brownfield modification and tie‑in design for existing ADNOC facilities.
• Familiarity with SmartPlant Foundation (SPF) or other engineering document management systems (EDMS).
• Good understanding of constructability safety in design and field coordination.
• Ability to conduct model review sessions and interface with clients and discipline leads.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining high design quality standards.

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