Chief Design Engineer (Metering Oil & Gas)

We are urgently hiring a Chief Design Engineer for OGSI, the leading name in designing and manufacturing high-quality products and metering systems for the Oil, Gas, Petrochemical, and Power Generation industries. The centerpiece of this facility is the hydrocarbon flow laboratory with calibration methods that include a master meter and a small volume prover.

Job Function:

Design & implement solutions for oil & gas projects, including pipelines, vessels, skids, and plant layouts. Develop technical drawings and 3D models per industry codes and OGSI standards. Support all project phases - from concept to construction - while coordinating with operations, procurement, and construction teams to ensure design quality, safety & compliance.

Responsibilities:

• Create 2D and 3D designs, P&IDs, layouts, and schematics using CAD and engineering software.
• Develop material specifications, equipment lists, and design calculations.
• Ensure designs meet project scope, schedule, budget, and technical requirements.
• Perform detailed design reviews and provide technical support during fabrication and installation phases.
• Identify design risks and propose effective mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to integrate mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation elements.
• Adhere to international codes such as ASME, API, ANSI, and ISO.
• Ensure quality of engineering deliverables through rigorous checks and compliance audits
• Assist in preparing documentation for client and third-party review.
• Stay updated with the latest design tools and techniques in the oil and gas industry.
• Recommend improvements in design standards, templates, and methodologies.
• Foster a mindset of innovation to improve design accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Additional Certification in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, AVEVA, etc.) preferred.

Additional:

• 5 - 7 years of experience as a Design Engineer in the oil & gas sector.
• Hands-on experience in upstream/downstream facilities, equipment design, and piping systems.
• Experience working in multi-disciplinary teams on EPC or brownfield projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED15,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month