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
Project engineering leadership
Capital project management
Feasibility studies
Commissioning management
Technical documentation review
CAD drawings and specifications
Process flow diagrams (PFDs)
Project planning and scheduling
Budget control and cost tracking
Risk assessment and mitigation
Resource management
Client and contractor coordination
Cross-functional team collaboration
Mentoring and coaching junior engineers
Quality assurance and control
Industry standards compliance (API, ASME, ISO)
Workplace safety regulations
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