Position Overview
Job Title : Lead Piping & Pipeline Engineer
Location : Qatar
Contract Type : Permanent
The Lead Piping & Pipeline Engineer will oversee all engineering activities for piping and pipeline systems on large-scale EPC projects. This includes plant process piping, cross-country pipelines, tie-ins, and integration with multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring compliance with international standards, project specifications, and constructability best practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead design and engineering of process piping and cross-country pipelines from concept through commissioning.
- Review and approve engineering deliverables : P&IDs, line lists, isometrics, 3D models, stress analyses, and material requisitions.
- Develop strategies for tie-ins, shutdowns, and SIMOPS in live operational environments.
- Ensure adherence to ASME, API, client, and regulatory standards.
- Oversee construction methodology for pipeline installation, piping erection, hydrotesting, and commissioning activities.
- Review and approve vendor documents for piping materials, valves, fittings, and supports.
- Coordinate across disciplines (process, civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation) and with vendors / OEMs.
- Support construction and commissioning teams by resolving technical queries and maintaining quality standards.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality engineering outputs.
Qualifications & Skills
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.12+ years’ experience in piping and pipeline engineering; 5+ years in a lead role on EPC projects.In-depth knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, and API pipeline standards.Hands-on experience with piping layout, stress analysis, 3D model reviews, and material selection.Proven experience in shutdown tie-ins, hydrotesting, and pre-commissioning activities.Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills.#J-18808-Ljbffr