Senior Project Engineer - Offshore

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Engineer to lead offshore oil and gas projects in Al Khobar. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in project engineering, particularly on Saudi Aramco projects, with strong skills in planning, negotiation, and communication. Responsibilities include managing project execution, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project engineering within the offshore oil & gas sector.
• Proven track record on Saudi Aramco or similar GCC-based projects.
• Experience in offshore construction, subsea installations, and topside modifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute offshore oil & gas projects, ensuring safety and quality.
• Coordinate engineering activities related to the offshore project lifecycle.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.

Skills

Project management methodologies

Planning skills

Negotiation skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, Electrical Engineering or related

PMP certification or similar qualification

Job description

Title

Senior Project Engineer - Offshore

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer – Offshore Oil & Gas

Location: Al Khobar / Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Minimum 10 Years (Offshore Oil & Gas Projects)

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Project Engineer to oversee and execute offshore oil & gas projects. The successful candidate will lead the engineering, planning, and coordination efforts from concept through to offshore construction, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery of project objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure that the project is planned, organized, and executed in accordance with the Business Management System
• Ensures project execution within time, budget, and QHSES requirements by allocating resources, managing risks, opportunities, and changes
• Coordinate engineering activities related to the offshore project lifecycle—from FEED to commissioning.
• Ensure full compliance with local engineering standards, codes, and practices (e.g., SAES, SAMSS, SAEP and applicable international standards).
• Interface with multidisciplinary teams including design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Prepare and monitor project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Lead technical discussions, design reviews, and risk assessments with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Provide solutions to technical challenges encountered during offshore installations and construction.
• Oversee HSE compliance across all engineering and construction phases.
• Report project status to senior management and client representatives regularly.
• Participate in contractor/vendor evaluations, bid reviews, and procurement processes.
• Drive project close-out processes, including punch listing and documentation.
  
  

Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline.
• PMP certification or similar project management qualification is preferred.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in project engineering within the offshore oil & gas sector for brownfield and greenfield of similar role.
• Proven track record of working on Saudi Aramco or similar GCC-based projects is highly desirable.
• Experience in offshore construction, subsea installations, and topside modifications is preferred.
  
  

Skills

• In-depth knowledge of project management methodologies in managing scopes associated with Pre-FEED, FEED, Detailed Design and construction support.
• Excellent planning skill.
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Excellent leadership, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
  
  

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