Engineer - Plant Layout & Design (On Fixed Term Contract)

Role Definition

The role is responsible for independently executing assigned engineering activities within plant layout and piping design, ensuring high-quality deliverables in line with project requirements.

The position typically functions as an Area Engineer or Area Lead, with accountability for executing assigned work independently while coordinating effectively with relevant stakeholders.

Functional Competencies

Key Role and Responsibility:

• Execute assigned tasks within defined parameters with minimum guidance from the Lead Engineer.
• Prepare high-quality deliverables within the agreed budget and schedule, taking full ownership of assigned responsibilities.
• Identify, discuss, and resolve interface issues with other engineering disciplines.
• Apply client, international, and company standards during engineering execution.
• Interpret PFDs, P&IDs, vendor drawings, and other project inputs, and implement them accurately in detailed design.
• Demonstrate proficiency in S3D, PDMS, and E3D for plant layout and piping design activities.
• Use AutoCAD, MicroStation, SPR, Navisworks, and similar tools effectively for design review and deliverable preparation.
• Extract 2D drawings and piping isometrics from S3D or E3D models.
• Prepare and check material take-offs as required for project execution.
• Check piping isometrics for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
  
  

Leadership Competencies

• Coordinate effectively with internal disciplines, global suppliers, clients, and project management consultants.
• Represent departmental interests professionally with internal stakeholders.
• Lead small projects or act as Area Lead for assigned design areas.
• Demonstrate experience as a team member on at least two small to mid-size projects.
• Communicate clearly and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary and multicultural teams.
  
  

Preferred Skillset/Software

• Ability to execute assigned plant layout and piping design areas, as well as small projects, independently.
• Working knowledge of PDMS, E3D, S3D, MicroStation , SPR , Navisworks , and related engineering design tools .
  
  

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in plant layout and piping design for Reformer, Fired Heater, petrochemical, chemical, or similar process industries, with a good understanding of applicable codes, regulations, and engineering practices for facility design.