Principal Pipeline Engineer - Onshore
Location: Qatar (Office-Based)
Contract Type: 7 months (extendable)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Pipeline Engineer - Onshore to lead and support pipeline design activities across all project phases including Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design within the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and hands-on design experience from reputable engineering consultancies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver onshore pipeline engineering design activities in line with project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Perform and oversee engineering work during Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design phases.
- Carry out and review pipeline design calculations including:
o Wall thickness design
o Buoyancy calculations
o Upheaval buckling analysis
- Conduct stress analysis using CAESAR II software.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables such as reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and process engineering.
- Ensure compliance with international codes, standards, and client requirements.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and client meetings as required.
Requirements
Education
o Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Pipeline Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
o Master's Degree is an advantage.
Experience
- Minimum 17+ years of experience in pipeline design engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
- At least 10 years of experience in onshore pipeline projects.
- Proven experience working with leading engineering consultancies or similar.
- Strong experience across Detailed Design, FEED, and Pre-FEED phases.
- Proficiency in:
- CAESAR II for pipeline stress analysis
- Engineering tools such as Excel and Mathcad for design calculations
- In-depth knowledge of pipeline engineering principles, codes, and standards.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering tasks independently.
- Experience working in the Middle East region is an advantage.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
Employment Detail:
- 45 hrs/week
- Mob/Demob flights included
Location: Qatar (Office-Based)
Contract Type: 7 months (extendable)
Position Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Pipeline Engineer - Onshore to lead and support pipeline design activities across all project phases including Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design within the Oil & Gas sector. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and hands-on design experience from reputable engineering consultancies.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and deliver onshore pipeline engineering design activities in line with project specifications, codes, and standards.
- Perform and oversee engineering work during Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design phases.
- Carry out and review pipeline design calculations including:
o Wall thickness design
o Buoyancy calculations
o Upheaval buckling analysis
- Conduct stress analysis using CAESAR II software.
- Prepare and review engineering deliverables such as reports, calculations, drawings, and specifications.
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and design teams.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, structural, and process engineering.
- Ensure compliance with international codes, standards, and client requirements.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, and client meetings as required.
Requirements
Education
o Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Pipeline Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
o Master's Degree is an advantage.
Experience
- Minimum 17+ years of experience in pipeline design engineering within the Oil & Gas industry.
- At least 10 years of experience in onshore pipeline projects.
- Proven experience working with leading engineering consultancies or similar.
- Strong experience across Detailed Design, FEED, and Pre-FEED phases.
- Proficiency in:
- CAESAR II for pipeline stress analysis
- Engineering tools such as Excel and Mathcad for design calculations
- In-depth knowledge of pipeline engineering principles, codes, and standards.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex engineering tasks independently.
- Experience working in the Middle East region is an advantage.
- Strong problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
Employment Detail:
- 45 hrs/week
- Mob/Demob flights included