Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer

Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer

Position Title:

Lead Onshore Pipeline Engineer
Company: K  Corporate – In-house Engineering

Location:

Abu Dhabi, UAE – K  Office

Lead pipeline engineering activities within Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering for Oil & Gas projects. Ensure high-quality, safe, and timely delivery of pipeline design and related deliverables in adherence with project requirements, international codes, and standards. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and coordination across multi-disciplinary teams and interfaces with clients.

• Lead and independently perform the pipeline engineering scope for Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering phases.
• Develop and review pipeline design strategies, standards, and procedures.
• Hands‑on capability to perform and supervise pipeline calculations, pipeline design basis, mechanical design, routing optimization, stress analysis, support design, crossings design & optimization, buckling assessment & mitigation, buoyancy assessment, location class & valve station selection, hot tap studies, ductile fracture assessment, scrapping requirement assessment, and insulation considerations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.4, B31.8, API RP 1101, etc.) and project specifications.
• Review and approve technical deliverables such as P&IDs, isometrics, routing drawings, material lists, and design basis memoranda.
• Coordinate and interface with process, piping, mechanical, instrumentation, electrical, materials & corrosion, safety, construction, geotechnical, structural and civil teams to resolve technical issues.
• Manage change to scope, schedule, and budget, and provide risk assessments and mitigation plans.
• Mentor and train junior engineers; provide technical reviews and feedback.
• Interface with clients and vendors, supporting technical clarifications and design approvals.
• Ensure engineering integrity, quality assurance and document control for all pipeline‑related deliverables.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, toolbox talks, and knowledge sharing.
• Support field execution and construction activities as needed, including site visits when required and as‑built documentation.

• Minimum 15+ years of onshore pipeline engineering experience and proven track record in Concept, FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Previous ADNOC EPC experience + familiarity with ADNOC procedures & requirement (procurement, permitting, interfaces, etc.) is highly preferred.
• Highly capable and efficient in preparing (hands‑on) all onshore pipeline engineering deliverables independently and simultaneously working on multiple pipeline projects. Owns assigned tasks with high degree of responsibility. Flexibility & adaptability to maneuver dynamic and evolving project environment.
• Experienced in Iraq field development projects.
• Experience in onshore pipeline constructability, procurement process & commissioning is highly desirable.
• Familiarity / experience in offshore pipeline and subsea engineering is a bonus.

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (e.g. Pipeline, Mechanical or similar applicable degree).
• Chartered status or professional registration is a plus.
• Proven pipeline design software proficiency (e.g. AutoPIPE, Caesar II, MathCAD, etc.) is mandatory.
• Proven experience independently and directly managing a group of designers producing project pipeline drawings to meet client requirements.

• Strong knowledge of pipeline mechanical design, stress analysis, routing optimization, crossing design (road, rail, river, HDD, open cut, etc.) & optimization, buckling (LB, UHB) assessment & mitigation, and thermal expansion considerations.
• Proficient in relevant codes and standards (e.g., ASME B31.4, B31.8; API standards).
• Ability to perform stress analysis, material selection, and corrosion considerations.
• Knowledge of HSE practices & requirements and risk assessment methodologies applicable to design and construction phases.

• Integrity: upholding engineering integrity amidst challenging priorities.
• Leadership: ability to lead, motivate, and develop a multidisciplinary, multicultural team.
• Communication: clear and concise communication with internal teams and clients; effective technical writing and presentation skills.
• Problem Solving: strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Project Management: ability to manage scope, schedule, and budget; risk management.
• Stakeholder Management: adept at coordinating with clients, vendors, and project partners.
• Adaptability: comfortable operating in dynamic project environments and across multiple projects.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement in a challenging work environment.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to excellence, safety and sustainability.