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Onshore Pipeline Construction Field Engineer

  • Location:

    Basrah

  • Sector:

    Oil & Gas

  • Contact:

    Dina Mahmood

  • Job ref:

    5027

  • Published:

    6 days ago

  • Expiry date:

    2025-08-14

mselect is looking to hire an Onshore Pipeline Construction Field Engineer for an international energy client in Basrah, Iraq. Candidates must have a minimum of 10 years of professional experience, including at least 8 years in a similar position. Fluency in English and Arabic is a must.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance:
  • Review and interpret engineering drawings (P&IDs, Alignment Sheets, ISOs, GAs), specifications, and technical documents to ensure accurate implementation on-site
  • Monitor and verify pipeline installation, welding, assembly, testing (hydrostatic, pneumatic, NDT), and backfilling activities for compliance with design, quality, and safety standards
  • Conduct regular site inspections and audits to identify potential issues, deviations, or non-conformances and recommend corrective actions
  • Ensure proper handling, storage, and use of pipeline materials and equipment
  • Review and approve test packages and construction documentation
  • Participate in construction process qualifications (e.g. HDD, Auger Boring, Crossings, field joint coating, bending)
  • Support constructability studies and provide input on best practices
Project Execution & Coordination:
  • Provide technical support and guidance to construction teams, contractors, and subcontractors
  • Coordinate with other engineering disciplines (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Instrumentation) to ensure seamless integration of pipeline deliverables
  • Resolve site-based engineering challenges, technical queries, and discrepancies by working closely with construction and quality teams
  • Contribute to the development and implementation of work procedures, standard design guides, specifications, and checklists
  • Assist in identifying, preparing, and implementing project procedures
  • Support project planning, scheduling, and progress reporting for pipeline construction activities
  • Manage the 3rd party subcontractors' work that is outsourced
HSE & Compliance:
  • Promote and ensure strict compliance with company HSE policies, procedures, and local regulations
  • Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation plans for potential hazards associated with pipeline operations
  • Participate in safety reviews
  • Foster a strong safety culture on-site and intervene where required
  • Ensure all work is completed without compromise to quality and is delivered according to the project specifications
Reporting & Communication:
  • Prepare and submit regular progress reports, including updates on construction status, risks, and mitigation strategies
  • Maintain detailed records of pipeline specifications, inspections, and maintenance activities
  • Interface and meet with 3rd parties and authority representatives as required
  • Communicate technical and project issues that could impact the project to relevant stakeholders
Among his/her activities, the job holder is required to:
  • Collaborative work with other professionals working on the projects
  • Working knowledge of the installation of underground and over ground pipeline systems and related facilities
  • Be able to read and correctly interpret construction drawings
  • Must be able to work outdoors for an extended period
  • Plans required work activities to ensure that tools, equipment, and materials are available
  • Exhibit strong leadership skills and have sound knowledge of industrial and commercial building services systems

Requirements
  • Qualification: Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
  • Mandatory experience in a similar position: 8+ Years
  • Professional experience: 10 years minimum
  • Experience in sour onshore gas pipelines
  • In-depth knowledge of onshore gas pipeline systems and related facilities systems
  • Advanced troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work in a multi-cultural business environment
  • Good interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Language: Fluent in English (speaking and writing)
  • Previous experience in a similar work environment will be an added advantage


*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.