Senior Piping Designer

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Job description - senior piping designer

Position title: Senior Piping Designer
Company: KBR Basra Iraq
Location: Rotational Basra 28/28

Job purpose

Execute piping design activities within concept, FEED (front-end engineering design) and detail engineering for oil and gas projects.

Ensure high-quality, safe, and timely delivery of piping design and related deliverables in accordance with project requirements, international codes, and standards.

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and coordinate with multi-discipline teams and clients.

Key job responsibilities

• Independently perform the piping design scope drawings for concept, FEED and detail engineering phases.
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards and project specifications.
• Ensure engineering integrity, quality assurance and document control for all piping related deliverables.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, toolbox talks, and knowledge sharing.
• Support field execution and construction activities as needed, including site visits when required and as-built documentation.
• Independently develop complex piping designs, equipment layouts, plot plans, and general arrangement drawings using advanced 3D modeling software like PDMS, E3D, SP3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D to create detailed models and generate isometric drawings.
• Conduct site visits to verify and collect field data and assess project conditions.
• Review and provide comments on vendor drawings to ensure compatibility with the overall design.
• Train and mentor local graduates and junior employees.

Experience

15+ years of experience and proven track record in delivering onshore and offshore piping deliverables in concept, FEED and detail engineering and EPCM experience in the oil and gas industry.

Previous Iraq experience is preferred. Mandatory experience with any of the major Middle East companies such as ADNOC, ARAMCO, Qatar Energies, PDO, KOC, etc.

Site survey and site query resolution experience.

Highly capable and efficient in preparing (hands-on) all onshore piping engineering drawings independently and simultaneously working on multiple projects. Owns assigned tasks with a high degree of responsibility. Flexibility and adaptability to maneuver dynamic and evolving project environments.

Experience in preparing plot plans, key plans, piping GA and other piping deliverables.

Experience in production facilities, well pads and pipelines, CPF, production platforms and gas plants.

Education and qualifications

• Minimum diploma or ITI in piping and mechanical design.
• Relevant 2D and 3D software proficiency (PDMS, E3D, SP3D, or AutoCAD Plant 3D).

Technical skills

• Strong knowledge of drafting standards and industry applicable norms.
• Proficient in relevant codes and standards.
• Experience with 3D design and visualization tools and 2D drafting.

Soft skills

• Integrity: upholding engineering integrity amidst challenging priorities.
• Communication: clear and concise communication with internal teams and clients; effective technical writing and presentation skills.
• Problem solving: strong analytical and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Adaptability: comfortable operating in dynamic project environments and across multiple projects.

What we offer

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.