In the Middle East, Bilfinger is one of the leading service providers of engineering and consultancy services, project management, construction, maintenance O&M and life cycle services. We enhance the efficiency of our client’s assets, ensure a high level of availability and reduce maintenance costs. With our 4.000 employees, we are a leading German corporation where engineering excellence, safety and quality are part of our DNA. With four entities in the Middle East (Bilfinger Tebodin Middle East, Bilfinger Deutsche Babcock Emirates, Babcock Borsig Service Arabia, Babcock Borsig Steinmüller Kuwait) and over 10 offices across the region, we offer job opportunities that allow you to utilize all your knowledge and experience. Are you looking for a chance to put your skills to their best-possible use? Then we have what you are looking for!
Job Title: Senior Pipeline Design Engineer
Industry: Oil & Gas
Project Type: FEED & Detailed Engineering
Location: Middle East (Onshore / Offshore Projects)
Job Purpose
The Senior Pipeline Design Engineer will be responsible for leading pipeline design activities for oil & gas projects during FEED and Detailed Engineering phases. The role involves technical leadership, preparation and review of design deliverables, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, cost-effective, and standards-compliant pipeline systems.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Design
Lead pipeline design activities for onshore/offshore oil & gas projects.
Perform pipeline routing studies and constructability assessments.
Prepare and review:
Wall thickness calculations
Hydraulic calculations
Stress analysis reports
Pipeline alignment sheets
Material selection and specifications
Material Requisitions (MR) & Technical Bid Evaluations (TBE)
Develop pipeline layouts, crossing details, and tie-in documentation.
Ensure compliance with international standards (ASME, API, DNV, ISO) and client specifications.
FEED & Detailed Engineering
Execute pipeline design during FEED stage including cost estimation and optimization.
Support detailed engineering activities up to IFC (Issued for Construction) stage.
Participate in HAZOP, HAZID, design reviews, and model reviews.
Interface with Civil, Mechanical, Process, and Instrumentation disciplines.
Technical Leadership
Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and designers.
Review and approve design deliverables.
Coordinate with construction and commissioning teams for technical clarifications.
Support proposal engineering activities and manhour estimation.
Documentation & Deliverables
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Minimum 12+ years of experience in oil & gas pipeline design.
Strong experience in FEED and Detailed Engineering projects.
Experience in EPC environment preferred.
Middle East project experience (ADNOC / QatarEnergy / Aramco projects) is an advantage.
Technical Skills
Proficiency in:
Knowledge of:
ASME B31.4 / B31.8
API Standards
DNV codes
Client specifications
To apply, please submit your CV in English through the system, containing as a minimum your contact details, education level, relevant experience and earliest possible start date.
Any applicant must be aware that the selection of candidates is at the sole discretion of the employer. Applicants will not receive any communication unless they are selected for an interview. Only applicants that have responded to vacancies through the online form will be considered.