Principal Designer

Muscat Engineering Consultancy LLC; Al Khobar; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the Saudi Oil & Gas sector seeks Principal Designers to lead large-scale design projects. Candidates must have extensive experience (15+ years) in design engineering and a strong command of industry-standard software such as MicroStation and AutoCAD. This role is crucial for ensuring quality and timely delivery while managing multidisciplinary teams. Fluency in English is essential, with Arabic skills considered an advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas design engineering.
• At least 3 years of experience in Saudi Arabia.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead design activities on major Oil & Gas projects.
• Manage a team of Senior Designers and Draftsmen.
• Plan, assign, and oversee design tasks for timely project delivery.

Skills

Leadership Capabilities

Proficiency in Design Software

Knowledge of Engineering Codes

Communication Skills

Education

Diploma or equivalent technical qualification

Tools

MicroStation

AutoCAD

SP3D

PDMS

PDS

E3D

Job description

Designers - Brief Job description

We are seeking highly skilled and experienced Designers (all levels) to lead design activities on major Oil & Gas projects in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise, strong leadership capabilities, and proficiency in industry-standard design tools and processes.

If you are passionate about engineering excellence and ready to take on challenging design projects in the dynamic Saudi Oil & Gas sector, we invite you to apply and become a key player in our growing team.

Job Position : PRINCIPAL DESIGNERS

( Process, Civil & Structure, Piping, Pipeline, Rotating, Static, Electrical, Control & Automation)

Job Description / Requirements :

• Diploma or equivalent technical qualification in engineering or design.
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas design engineering, with at least 3 years in Saudi Arabia.
• Proficiency in design software including MicroStation, AutoCAD, SP3D, PDMS, PDS, and E3D.
• Strong knowledge of discipline-specific layouts and deliverables.
• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards, international engineering codes, and industry best practices.
• Excellent command of English (spoken and written); Arabic is an advantage.
• Lead and manage a team of Senior Designers and Draftsmen across multiple disciplines.
• Plan, assign, and oversee daily design tasks to ensure timely project delivery.
• Review and verify the accuracy and consistency of engineering drawings across disciplines.
• Maintain cost-effective practices when updating or creating engineering documents.
• Ensure high-quality, presentable, and accurate drawings that meet project and client standards.
• Identify and manage interface points between disciplines throughout the design lifecycle.