KBR
oil and gas
SpecialistPipelineEngineer–OffshoreFEEDProject
“Specialist Pipeline Engineer – Offshore FEED Project at KBR. Skills: Offshore pipeline design, subsea engineering, DNV, ASME, API codes and ADNOC standards, Pipeline stress and integrity analysis tools, FEED engineering, PMC oversight, Contractor management. Lead and review FEED deliverables related to offshore pipelines, subsea flowlines, and risers. Ensure pipeline routing, sizing, wall thickness design, and material selection meet ADNOC Offshore standards”
What You'll Achieve.
Quality and timeliness of FEED deliverables review; Compliance with ADNOC standards and specifications; Effective management of contractor engineering performance; Identification and mitigation of design risks; Successful integration of pipeline systems with offshore facilities
Industry & Context.
Excellent design review and problem-solving abilities; Identify pipeline-specific risks; Ensure timely resolution of technical issues
Candidate will be moving outside UAE (to an Asian Country) for 6 – 8 months and then returning to UAE.
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Pipeline Engineering or equivalent, Minimum Overall 15 + years of experience in the oil and gas sector, Minimum 5–7 years in offshore FEED / detailed engineering projects, 12–15 + years of experience in oil & gas pipeline engineering, Strong knowledge of offshore pipeline design & subsea engineering, Strong knowledge of DNV, ASME, API codes and ADNOC standards, Strong knowledge of pipeline stress and integrity analysis tools, Strong technical leadership and engineering judgment, Excellent design review and problem-solving abilities, Strong understanding of ADNOC specifications and PMC processes, Effective stakeholder and contractor management skills, High attention to detail and risk awareness
Nice to Have
Master’s degree is an advantage, Experience in shallow water offshore projects in the Middle East is an advantage, Experience in WHT, subsea pipeline installation, and marine operations, Prior experience working in PMC roles and ADNOC Offshore projects is highly preferred
What You'll Do.
Lead and review FEED deliverables related to offshore pipelines, subsea flowlines, and risers, Ensure pipeline routing, sizing, wall thickness design, and material selection meet ADNOC Offshore standards, Verify compliance with applicable codes (ASME B31.
8, DNV-ST-N001, DNV-ST-N002, API standards), Evaluate design philosophies for installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning, Review and approve EPC contractor FEED deliverables, calculations, and specifications, Ensure contractor adherence to Client specifications, HSE policies, and quality standards, Participate in technical bid evaluations and vendor document reviews, Monitor engineering progress, identify risks, and ensure timely resolution of technical issues, Ensure integrity management is embedded in design (corrosion protection, cathodic protection, coatings), Review stress analysis, fatigue analysis, and upheaval/lateral buckling studies, Validate design for piggability, maintenance, and long-term operability, Ensure proper design for tie-ins, crossings, and subsea interfaces, Coordinate with process, subsea, structural, geotechnical, and marine engineering teams, Interface with HSE, QA/QC, and project controls teams, Support alignment between pipeline systems and offshore facilities (platforms, wellheads), Support HAZID, HAZOP, and constructability reviews, Identify pipeline-specific risks (e.
, external damage, thermal expansion, free spans), Ensure ALARP principles are applied in design, Assess installation methods (S-lay, J-lay, reel-lay), Review installation studies, vessel requirements, and offshore execution strategies, Evaluate seabed conditions, route surveys, and geotechnical data, Review pipeline design basis, specifications, and engineering reports, Provide regular updates to ADNOC Offshore PMC management, Maintain technical registers, action trackers, and compliance documentation.
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Coordinate with process, subsea, structural, geotechnical, and marine engineering teams; Interface with HSE, QA/QC, and project controls teams; Support alignment between pipeline systems and offshore facilities (platforms, wellheads)
Process & Methodology
Monitor engineering progress, identify risks, ensure timely resolution of technical issues, Manage contractor engineering performance
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