Piping and Layout Lead Engineer

Eram Talent; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 299,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent acquisition consultancy is seeking a highly skilled Piping and Layout Lead Engineer with extensive experience in the petrochemical industry. The role involves overseeing design and implementation of piping systems and requires a bachelor's degree and over 10 years in the field. Candidates with project experience in the Middle East are preferred, and fluency in English is required. The contract is for 12 months, extendable, and the position is based in China.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of piping design experience in the petrochemical industry.
• Experience as Lead Piping Engineer on oil-gas separation unit projects.
• Familiarity with SAEP, SAES, ASME B31 and API standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee piping systems design and implementation.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards.
• Work onsite at project locations.

Skills

Piping design experience

Fluent spoken English

Knowledge of oil-gas separation processes

Engineering design software (SmartPlant 3D, AutoCAD)

Project management in the Middle East

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

SmartPlant 3D

AutoCAD

OFFICE/WPS

Job description

Job Summary

Eram Talent is looking for a highly skilled and experienced Piping and Layout Lead Engineer to join our dynamic team. As an independent Talent Acquisition Consultancy specializing in the Oil and Energy sector, we are dedicated to connecting top talent with leading organizations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design, layout, and implementation of piping systems, ensuring quality, safety, and compliance with industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work onsite at China.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Chemical Engineering, Piping Design, or a related field, with over 10 years of piping design experience in the petrochemical industry.
• Must have served as the Lead Piping Engineer on at least one overseas oil-gas separation unit project.
• Proficient in oil‑gas separation processes and piping design procedures.
• Skilled in engineering design software such as SmartPlant 3D and AutoCAD, with strong knowledge of relevant standards including SAEP, SAES, ASME B31 and API.
• Capable of independently leading a team through the entire project lifecycle, from conceptual design to issuance of construction drawings.
• Fluent spoken English is required. Proficiency in Arabic will be considered an advantage.
• Familiar with Middle Eastern project management practices and cultural norms, with proven ability to collaborate in cross‑cultural team settings.
• Must be willing and adaptable to work in China.
• Preference will be given to candidates with project experience in the Middle East (especially Saudi Arabia) or strong familiarity with oil‑gas separation unit processes.

Preferred Skills

• Preferred Skills Experience in the Oil and Gas industry.
• Professional Engineering license or certification.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficient in using office software such as OFFICE/WPS.

Contract

Contract: 12 Months and Extendable.

Professional Expectations

• Possess good professional ethics and integrity, with a passion for the petroleum and petrochemical industry. Demonstrate upstanding character, compliance with laws and regulations, and sound physical and mental health.
• Strong sense of responsibility, diligent and proactive work attitude, with good overall perspective, coordination skills, and service awareness.
• Have the professional knowledge, skills, and relevant work experience required for the position.
• Proficient in using office software such as OFFICE/WPS.
• Hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
• Able to use English as a working language, with good English listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.
• Willing to work in China, able to accept and adapt to long‑term work assignments in the country.