Principal Piping Engineer - Process and EPC Projects
Posted date [2026-04-25]
(ID: 44458)
McDermott is a global engineering and construction company delivering advanced solutions for the energy sector. The company focuses on transforming energy resources into essential products through innovative, technology-driven approaches across the full project lifecycle, from concept to decommissioning. With operations in more than 30 countries, McDermott combines a skilled workforce, specialized marine assets, and international fabrication capabilities to support large-scale energy projects. The organization plays a key role in developing efficient, reliable, and sustainable energy infrastructure worldwide.... |
Job Snapshot
Role: Principal Piping Engineer - Process and EPC Projects
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Experience: Senior Level
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Principal Piping Engineer hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for major EPC, refinery, and offshore process facility projects. This role is ideal for highly experienced piping professionals who can lead conceptual design, FEED, and detailed engineering activities while managing discipline execution, technical compliance, and project delivery across complex energy infrastructure developments.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Engineering
Salary: 25000-38000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in Dubai; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Principal Piping Engineer is responsible for leading piping engineering strategy, technical design integrity, and multidisciplinary coordination throughout the project lifecycle. This role ensures piping systems are designed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with project standards, operational requirements, and international codes. The position directly supports fabrication readiness, cost control, and successful project execution across large-scale offshore and onshore facilities.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform conceptual, FEED, and detailed piping design analysis according to project scope, design basis, standards, and company procedures
* Prepare detailed engineering calculations, design reports, technical procedures, and analysis documents
* Lead technical solutions for complex piping challenges and provide innovative recommendations for non-standard project situations
* Manage engineering schedules, priorities, and resource planning to ensure timely project delivery
* Apply strong focus on health and safety policies across all discipline engineering activities
* Direct medium and large engineering teams when acting as Lead Engineer for assigned project scopes
* Lead piping discipline execution including deliverables, manpower planning, budget control, and schedule management
* Ensure interfaces between engineering disciplines are clearly identified and coordinated
* Represent the piping discipline during meetings with clients, project teams, certifying authorities, auditors, and third parties
* Coordinate with other departments and High-Value Engineering Centers to ensure smooth project execution
* Prepare ISO curves and discipline planning aligned with project Level 3 schedules
* Support 3D model reviews at 30 percent, 60 percent, and 90 percent project progress stages
* Review and approve piping philosophies, specifications, pipe supports, MTOs, standard detail drawings, and material requisitions
* Monitor KPI performance and implement corrective actions where required
* Lead piping discipline participation during internal and external project audits
* Support proposals, feasibility studies, and performance evaluations of piping team members
Ideal Profile
* Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a relevant technical discipline
* Strong experience in piping engineering for oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical, or offshore EPC projects
* Deep knowledge of conceptual design, FEED, detailed engineering, and piping design standards
* Proven leadership experience managing medium to large engineering and design teams
* Strong understanding of project execution planning, cost control, and discipline scheduling
* Experience with 3D model reviews, MTO preparation, and piping material management
* Excellent communication and negotiation skills for client-facing and multidisciplinary coordination
* Strong problem-solving ability with strategic decision-making in complex engineering environments
Skills Set
* Piping Engineering and Design
* FEED and Detailed Engineering
* Process Facility Piping Systems
* Pipe Supports and Material Take Offs
* 3D Model Reviews and ISO Curve Planning
* EPC Project Execution and Resource Planning
* Technical Specifications and Design Reports
* Discipline Budget and KPI Management
* Client and Vendor Technical Coordination
* Team Leadership and Engineering Audits
Why Join Us
* Lead major offshore and onshore energy infrastructure projects across global markets
* Join one of the world’s most respected engineering and construction companies
* Gain strong technical leadership exposure across refinery, petrochemical, and offshore developments
* Build long-term career growth in piping engineering and project management
* Collaborate with world-class engineering teams delivering complex EPC solutions
* Be part of projects driving innovation, sustainability, and the future of global energy delivery
About the Company
McDermott International is a global leader in engineering, procurement, construction, and installation services for the energy industry. With more than 100 years of expertise, the company delivers complex offshore and onshore infrastructure projects across oil and gas, offshore wind, and energy transition developments. Operating in more than 50 countries, McDermott combines technical excellence, innovation, and operational strength to shape the future of global energy infrastructure.
