Senior Piping Engineer

Star Services LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Star Services LLC in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Piping Design Engineer with over 11 years of experience in piping design and engineering within the Oil and Gas industry. The role demands significant supervisory experience, particularly in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will lead and coordinate various piping design activities, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards.

Candidates should hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and possess strong skills in international codes and 3D design tools like SmartPlant 3D and AutoCAD Plant 3D. The position offers a dynamic work environment focused on delivering quality projects on time and within budget.

Qualifications

• 11+ years of relevant experience in piping design and engineering.
• At least 5 years at a supervisory level in operations within Oil and Gas.
• Relevant experience in Abu Dhabi within the last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead piping design and engineering activities for oil and gas projects.
• Prepare and review piping layouts, isometrics, and stress analysis inputs.
• Supervise installation, fabrication, testing, and commissioning activities.
• Review engineering drawings and provide technical support during construction.
• Participate in bid evaluations and contractor meetings.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for integrated design solutions.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and quality standards.

Skills

International Codes & Standards – ASME, API, ASTM, ANSI, ISO

Piping & Mechanical Design – Layouts, construction methodology

3D Design & Analysis Tools – SmartPlant 3D, PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, CAESAR II

Process, Equipment & HSE Knowledge – Static & rotating equipment, hazardous area classification

Professional Skills – Time management, multitasking, communication, teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

PMP certification or an MBA

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

PDMS

AutoCAD Plant 3D

CAESAR II

Job description

Qualification (minimum)

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• PMP certification or an MBA is preferred.

Experience (minimum)

• Minimum 11+ years of relevant experience in piping design and engineering, of which at least 5 years must be at a supervisory level in operations within the Oil and Gas industry.
• Must have relevant work experience in Abu Dhabi within the most recent three (3) years.

Job Description

• Lead piping design and engineering activities for oil and gas projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, international codes, and safety standards.
• Prepare and review piping layouts, isometrics, stress analysis inputs, material specifications, and design deliverables across project phases.
• Supervise and coordinate installation, fabrication, testing, and commissioning activities related to piping systems.
• Review engineering drawings and technical documents and provide technical support during construction and commissioning stages.
• Participate in bid evaluations, technical clarifications, contractor meetings, and design reviews for piping-related scopes.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (process, mechanical, civil, electrical, HSE) to ensure integrated and cost‑effective design solutions.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, HSE requirements, and quality standards while delivering projects within schedule and budget.

Skills

• International Codes & Standards – ASME, API, ASTM, ANSI, ISO
• Piping & Mechanical Design – Layouts, construction methodology
• 3D Design & Analysis Tools – SmartPlant 3D, PDMS, AutoCAD Plant 3D, CAESAR II
• Process, Equipment & HSE Knowledge – Static & rotating equipment, hazardous area classification
• Professional Skills – Time management, multitasking, communication, teamwork