Senior Piping Designer - Plant Layout and 3D Modeling
Posted date [2026-04-25]
(ID: 44462)
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: Senior Piping Designer - Plant Layout and 3D Modeling
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Design
Experience: Senior Level
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Senior Piping Designer hiring in Dubai, UAE within the Oil and Energy industry for major EPC and process facility projects. This opportunity is ideal for experienced piping design professionals who can manage plant layout development, 3D modeling, and multidisciplinary coordination across Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design phases while ensuring safe, efficient, and constructible project execution.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Design
Salary: 18000-28000
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 Senior Piping Designer supports project success by delivering accurate piping layouts and 3D models that improve constructability, fabrication readiness, and operational efficiency. This role ensures piping systems are properly coordinated with all disciplines, reducing clashes and delays while maintaining compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and engineering best practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop 3D models and ensure clash-free coordination with all engineering disciplines and project requirements
* Perform piping design and engineering for process facilities during Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design phases
* Prepare plant layouts, piping drawings, and design deliverables while considering safety, maintenance, constructability, and operational efficiency
* Complete design assignments efficiently with limited supervision while supporting the work activities of other team members
* Organize work priorities and manage time effectively to meet project schedules and deliverable deadlines
* Lead design teams when acting as Lead Designer or Area Lead to complete work within planned budgets and schedules
* Act as the discipline point of contact for project teams, clients, vendors, suppliers, and subcontractors
* Coordinate discipline interfaces and ensure inter-disciplinary requirements are fully addressed
* Support Lead Piping Engineer in measuring progress, productivity, and piping deliverable performance
* Manage 3D model reviews and ensure review comments are resolved and properly closed
* Develop plant design drawings and contribute to plant layout narratives according to project scope and schedule
* Assist in preparing technical queries, piping estimates, and job scope change documentation
* Attend project kickoff meetings, review meetings, and vendor coordination sessions
* Support remote team coordination and multi-office project execution when required
* Identify scope changes early and raise change notifications through the management system
* Ensure compliance with client standards, statutory codes, and company health and safety procedures
Ideal Profile
* Strong experience in piping design for oil and gas, refinery, petrochemical, or industrial process plant projects
* Proven expertise in plant layout development and 3D modeling for EPC environments
* Good understanding of constructability, piping design standards, and operational requirements
* Experience working across Pre-FEED, FEED, and Detailed Design project stages
* Ability to coordinate design teams and support multi-discipline engineering execution
* Strong problem-solving ability with confidence in handling atypical design challenges
* Experience with remote team coordination and MOPEX environments is highly valued
* Excellent communication and planning skills for technical discussions and project coordination
Skills Set
* Piping Design and Plant Layout Development
* 3D Modeling and Clash Detection
* Plot Plans and Equipment Layouts
* FEED and Detailed Design Execution
* Design Review and Interdisciplinary Coordination
* Change Management and Technical Queries
* EPC Project Delivery and Team Coordination
* Health and Safety Design Compliance
* Multi-Office Project Execution Support
* Technical Drawing Review and Supervision
Why Join Us
* Work on major offshore, refinery, and industrial energy infrastructure projects
* Join one of the world’s most respected engineering and construction companies
* Gain strong technical exposure across plant design, 3D modeling, and EPC execution
* Build long-term career growth in piping design and project delivery leadership
* Collaborate with international engineering teams delivering complex world-class projects
* Be part of a company driving innovation and sustainable development across the global energy sector
About the Company
McDermott International is a leading global provider of engineering, procurement, construction, and installation solutions for the energy industry. With more than 100 years of expertise, the company supports offshore and onshore developments across oil and gas, offshore wind, and energy transition sectors. Operating in over 50 countries, McDermott delivers world-class technical solutions with a strong focus on safety, innovation, and operational excellence.
