About Us
Worley is a integral company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
About Us
Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.
Job Purpose
The Lead Pipeline Engineer is responsible for leading and managing all pipeline engineering activities for ADNOC Offshore projects executed under the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) model. The role ensures that offshore and subsea pipeline systems are designed, reviewed, and executed in accordance with ADNOC requirements, international engineering standards, project specifications, HSE requirements, and schedule commitments throughout Concept, FEED, EPC, construction, installation, pre‑commissioning, commissioning, and start‑up phases.
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Leadership

Lead and coordinate pipeline engineering activities for offshore oil & gas developments.
Manage a team of Pipeline Engineers, Senior Engineers, Specialists, and Designers.
Ensure engineering deliverables are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with project quality requirements.
Provide technical leadership and engineering solutions for complex offshore pipeline systems.

Engineering Design & Review

Review and approve:

Pipeline Design Basis
Pipeline Routing Studies
Hydraulic Analysis
Wall Thickness Calculations
Pipeline Stability Analysis
Expansion and Flexibility Analysis
On‑bottom Stability
Free Span Analysis
Buckling Assessment
Crossing Studies
Pipeline Mechanical Design
Material Selection Reports
Stress Analysis
Pipeline Alignment Sheets
Pig Launcher & Receiver Design
Pipeline Datasheets

Review subsea flowlines, risers, shore approaches, tie‑ins, and subsea structures.




Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards and applicable international codes including DNV, API, ISO and ASME.

PMC Engineering Management

Review EPC Contractor engineering deliverables and provide timely comments.
Monitor engineering progress against project schedule.
Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces with Process, Mechanical, Structural, Civil, Instrumentation, Electrical, Marine, Subsea, and HSE disciplines.
Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, Constructability, Value Engineering and Risk Assessment workshops.
Support engineering change management and Management of Change (MOC) activities.

Construction & Installation Support

Provide technical support during procurement, fabrication, offshore installation and hook‑up activities.
Review installation procedures including:

S‑Lay
J‑Lay
Reel‑Lay
Shore Pull
Pipeline Pull‑In
Tie‑In
Hydrotesting
Dewatering
Drying
Gauging
Intelligent Pigging
Pre‑commissioning and Commissioning procedures

Support offshore construction and resolve technical queries.

Procurement Support

Review technical specifications.
Prepare and review Material Requisitions.
Evaluate Technical Bid Evaluations.
Participate in vendor document reviews.
Support procurement of line pipes, valves, fittings, coatings, insulation, and subsea equipment.

HSE & Quality

Promote ADNOC's HSE culture and ensure engineering activities comply with project HSE requirements.
Ensure design complies with safety, operability, maintainability, and integrity requirements.
Participate in engineering audits, safety reviews, and lessons learned workshops.

Project Coordination

Coordinate with Client, EPC Contractors, Vendors, Classification Authorities, and third‑party consultants.
Monitor project risks and recommend mitigation measures.
Support project reporting and management reviews.
Mentor junior engineers and develop technical capability within the engineering team.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline or equivalent from an accredited university, with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas or Petrochemical industry, including a minimum of five (5) years (preferred) in the GCC region.




Must have at least five (5) years of experience in a similar position on major Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects, managing a team of Specialists, Senior Engineers, and Engineers.
ADNOC & Offshore project experience is Required.
Offshore project experience is required.
Minimum 5 years of experience in ADNOC Offshore projects is required
Extensive experience in PMC, FEED, Detailed Engineering, and EPC projects.
Proven experience in both Greenfield and Brownfield offshore developments.
ADNOC Offshore PMC experience.
Experience with major offshore developments involving subsea pipelines, flowlines, risers, and brownfield tie‑ins.
Experience supporting offshore construction, installation, commissioning, and start‑up activities.
Proven capability in leading multidisciplinary engineering teams on large‑scale offshore projects

Technical Competencies

Offshore Pipeline Engineering
Subsea Flowlines
Riser Systems
Pipeline Routing
Hydraulic Calculations
Wall Thickness Design
Pipeline Stress Analysis
Pipeline Stability Analysis
Free Span Analysis
Buckling Analysis
Corrosion Management
Cathodic Protection
Material Selection
Pigging Systems
Pipeline Integrity Management
Offshore Installation Engineering
Brownfield Modifications
Pipeline Tie‑ins
Engineering Risk Assessment
Design Verification

Software Knowledge

AutoPIPE
DNV SESAM
OFFPIPE
PIPESIM
CAESAR II (interface awareness)
MS Office Suite
SmartPlant / AVEVA Engineering
Navisworks
Aconex
Primavera P6 (basic awareness)

Knowledge of Codes & Standards

ASME B31.4
ASME B31.8
API Standards
DNV Offshore Pipeline Standards
ISO Standards ADNOC Engineering Standards
International Offshore Codes and Best Practices

Moving forward together
We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.
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