JOB DESCRIPTION: SENIOR PROJECT ENGINEER

Title: Senior Project Engineer
Company: KBR Corporate – Inhouse Engineering
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE — KBR Office

EXPERIENCE

• Experience: 10+ years of experience in FEED and Detail Engineering and EPCM experience in the Oil & Gas industry.
• ADNOC EPC/PMC experience are highly preferred
• Demonstrated track record delivering engineering packages on FEED/detail projects.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in a related field.
• Professional memberships or relevant certifications (e.g., PE, Chartered Engineer) are a plus.
• Certification related to FEED execution, project management, or discipline-specific areas is advantageous.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Strong background in FEED/Detail engineering and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Proficiency with design and calculation tools relevant to the role (e.g., 3D modeling, piping/layout software, etc.).
• Familiarity with MOC/Change control and document control processes.
• Knowledge of codes and standards applicable to oil & gas projects (ASME, API, ISO, NFPA, etc.).
• Ability to perform technical reviews, risk assessments, and interface management.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

SOFT SKILLS

• Leadership & Mentorship: Ability to guide and develop engineering teams.
• Communication: Clear, concise communication with clients, management, and technical teams.
• Problem Solving: Proactive identification and mitigation of project and technical risks.
• Project Management: Planning, scheduling, risk management, and deliverable tracking.
• Influence & Collaboration: Effective collaboration with clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Adaptability: Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced project environments.
• Attention to Detail: Rigorous approach to design reviews and documentation.
• Safety Mindset: Commitment to health, safety, and environment (HSE) standards.

JOB PURPOSE

• Provide technical leadership and day-to-day oversight of FEED and Detail Engineering activities within Oil & Gas projects.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary engineering efforts to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective project execution.
• Mentor junior engineers, support risk management, and ensure adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives and contractual requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and coordinate FEED/Detail engineering activities across disciplines (process, mechanical, piping, civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation) to deliver in-scope packages.
• Review and approve design bases, drawings, specifications, datasheets, and technical queries.
• Support development of execution plans, man-hour estimates, and budgets; monitor progress and performance metrics.
• Perform, review, and supervise design calculations, stress checks, plant layout reviews, and interface management.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards (e.g., ASME, API, ISO, NFPA) and project-specific requirements.
• Manage change control processes (MOC/Change Requests) and document control practices.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers; participate in staffing, performance evaluations, and training.
• Support procurement, construction, commissioning, and start-up activities with timely technical input.
• Contribute to risk assessments, HAZOP/HAZID, and safety-related design reviews; drive mitigation actions.
• Stay current with industry trends, tools, and best practices; recommend value-added solutions.