Principal Pipeline Engineer

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:
  
  • Wall thickness design
  • Buoyancy calculations
  • 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

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Pipeline Engineering, or a related discipline from an accredited university.
• 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
• Mobilization and demobilization flights included