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Lead Pipeline Engineer Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee the detailed engineering and design of pipeline systems within EPC projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications and international standards.
- Perform and review stress and hydraulic analyses to validate pipeline integrity and operational efficiency.
- Drive value-added engineering initiatives to optimize design, reduce costs, and improve constructability without compromising quality or safety.
- Optimize pipeline routing to minimize environmental impact, reduce land acquisition costs, and enhance long-term operational efficiency.
- Coordinate with procurement, construction, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless integration of pipeline engineering deliverables.
- Review vendor documents, technical specifications, material selections, and equipment requisitions to ensure compatibility with project requirements.
- Provide technical expertise and support during fabrication, installation, testing, and pre-commissioning phases.
- Resolve site-based engineering challenges by working closely with construction and quality teams.
- Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation plans to ensure compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with project managers, clients, and contractors to ensure alignment on scope, timelines, and deliverables.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring adherence to best practices and fostering technical growth.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in pipeline engineering, specifically within EPC project environments.
- Proven track record in managing pipeline engineering for large-scale EPC projects, from design through to construction and commissioning.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in pipeline design and analysis software, such as AutoCAD, PDMS, Caesar II, and other industry-standard tools.
- Strong knowledge of ASME, API, ASCE, and other pipeline engineering codes and standards.
- Expertise in material selection, corrosion protection, and welding procedures for pipeline systems.
- Experience in feasibility studies and constructability reviews for EPC pipeline projects.
- Proven ability to implement value engineering principles to optimize costs and enhance project efficiency.
- Experience in pipeline route optimization considering environmental, geotechnical, and regulatory constraints.
Leadership & Soft Skills:
- Strong leadership and team coordination skills to manage engineering activities across multiple disciplines.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills for effective collaboration with clients, contractors, and internal teams.
- Analytical and problem-solving mindset to address technical and construction challenges in EPC projects.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality engineering work.
- Commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in all aspects of pipeline engineering within EPC projects.
