Piping & Layout Lead Engineer (China)

Eram Talent; Riyad Al Khabra; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a technical authority for piping design activities in EPC projects. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in piping design for oil and gas or petrochemical industries, with at least 2 full-cycle projects as Lead. Responsibilities include overseeing design quality, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading technical meetings. Candidates should possess strong leadership qualities and be fluent in English.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in piping design for oil & gas / petrochemical EPC.
• Minimum 2 full-cycle projects as Lead.
• Certification: P.E. or CEng preferred.
• Fluent English (spoken & written) required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all piping design activities (layout, materials, stress, supports).
• Ensure full adherence to SAES, SAMSS and international codes.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines.
• Lead technical meetings with clients and secure design approvals.
• Manage and mentor piping designers and stress engineers.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical, or Petrochemical Engineering

Tools

CAESAR II

SP3D / AVEVA E3D

Job description

Serves as the technical authority for all piping design activities in EPC projects, accountable for technical decisions, quality, schedule, and cost control. Acts as the primary interface with project management and other engineering disciplines to ensure full compliance with SAES, SAMSS, and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Technical Leadership

• Lead and oversee all piping design activities (layout, materials, stress, supports).
• Review and approve key deliverables: P&IDs, Piping Class Sheets, GADs, Isometrics, Stress Reports.
• Resolve complex technical and coordination issues across disciplines.
• Ensure design quality, constructability, and cost optimization.

2. Standards & Compliance

• Ensure full adherence to (SAES, SAMSS) and international codes (ASME B31.3, API, ASTM).
• Integrate company procedures with client requirements.

3. Discipline Coordination

• Interface with Process, Equipment, Structural, Instrumentation, Electrical, and Civil teams.
• Provide piping loads, review nozzle orientations, and support 3D model reviews (30%, 60%, 90%).

4. Client & Vendor Management

• Lead technical meetings with clients and secure design approvals.
• Review and approve vendor documents for critical piping items (valves, fittings, supports).

5. Team & Quality Management

• Manage and mentor piping designers and stress engineers.
• Implement QA / QC procedures and mitigate technical risks.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Chemical, or Petrochemical Engineering.
• Certification: P.E. or CEng (or equivalent qualification) preferred.
• Experience: 15+ years in piping design for oil & gas / petrochemical EPC; minimum 2 full-cycle projects as Lead.
• Software: Proficient in CAESAR II, SP3D / AVEVA E3D.
• Knowledge: Expert in SAES, SAMSS, ASME B31.3, API, ASTM standards.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making in multicultural environments.
• Language: Fluent English (spoken & written).
• Other: Fit for long-term overseas assignments; high integrity and professionalism.