Principal Designer

Muscat Engineering Consultancy LLC; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Saudi Arabia is seeking experienced Principal Designers to lead design activities on major Oil & Gas projects. Candidates must have a diploma or equivalent, at least 15 years of experience, and excellent skills in relevant design software. This role demands strong leadership, proficiency in technical standards, and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary design team to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Oil & Gas design engineering.
• At least 3 years in Saudi Arabia.
• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco standards and international engineering codes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Senior Designers and Draftsmen.
• Plan and oversee daily design tasks.
• Review and verify engineering drawings for accuracy.

Skills

Proficiency in design software

Leadership capabilities

Excellent command of English

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

(Piping, 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.