We are seeking a skilled and experienced Offshore Pipeline Engineer to join our engineering team in Abu Dhabi working on the detailed engineering and design of a significant offshore oil and gas project in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in subsea and offshore pipeline systems with proven expertise in design material selection installation methods and integrity management.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and review engineering deliverables for offshore pipeline systems including routing wall thickness calculations stress analysis and hydraulic simulations.
- Prepare technical documentation such as design basis reports material specifications construction drawings alignment sheets and pipeline installation procedures.
- Perform and review pipeline design analysis including on-bottom stability span analysis expansion and thermal buckling using relevant software (e.g. OFFPIPE CAESAR II OrcaFlex).
- Provide input on material selection coating systems and corrosion protection strategies (CP systems).
- Ensure all designs meet international codes and standards (e.g. DNV-ST-F101 API 1111 ASME B31.8) ADNOC specifications and local regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including subsea structural geotechnical and installation engineers to ensure design integration and constructability.
- Review and assess contractor/subcontractor engineering and vendor documents.
- Support installation engineering pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Participate in risk assessments design reviews and technical clarification meetings with clients and third parties.
- Support integrity management by contributing to ILI planning repair strategies and life extension assessments.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Pipeline or Subsea Engineering.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in offshore pipeline engineering including detailed design route selection and installation support.
- Solid experience in shallow and deepwater pipeline projects.
- Familiarity with offshore construction tie-ins shore approaches and trench/backfill methods.
- Strong command of engineering software tools including OFFPIPE DNV PIPESIM AutoPIPE or ABAQUS for FEA.
- Fluent in English with excellent technical writing and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic multicultural environment.
- Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience working on ADNOC offshore projects or within the Gulf region.
- Knowledge of subsea umbilicals risers and flexible pipe systems.
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