
Al Ghurair
Senior Engineer – Projects
- Permanent
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Experience 5 - 10 yrs
Job expiry date: 23/03/2026
Job overview
Date posted
06/02/2026
Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Salary
Undisclosed
Compensation
Comprehensive package
Experience
5 - 10 yrs
Seniority
Senior & Lead
Qualification
Masters degree
Expiration date
23/03/2026
Job description
The Senior Engineer – Projects provides technical leadership across all engineering phases of assigned projects, from feasibility studies through commissioning. This role acts as a technical multiplier by driving high-level engineering decisions, ensuring adherence to project scope, budget, and timelines, and mentoring junior engineers to maintain high delivery standards. The position plays a critical role in managing risks, coordinating with stakeholders, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations to achieve successful project outcomes.
Required skills
Key responsibilities
- Manage all engineering phases of projects from feasibility studies to commissioning
- Review and approve technical documentation including CAD drawings, specifications, and process flow diagrams
- Develop detailed project plans and manage schedules aligned with critical path milestones
- Track project expenditures against approved budgets and manage resources effectively
- Perform technical and logistical risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies
- Act as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and internal cross-functional teams
- Lead, mentor, and train junior engineers while performing quality checks on their work
- Ensure compliance with industry standards such as API, ASME, and ISO
- Ensure all project activities adhere to workplace safety regulations
- Support high-level decision-making to drive successful project delivery
Experience & skills
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, Electrical, or related discipline)
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive engineering experience
- Proven track record of leading capital projects
- Strong technical leadership and decision-making capability
- Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and resources
- Ability to mentor and develop junior engineering staff
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills