Lead Engineer – Fabrication (Offshore WHTs, Subsea Cable & Piping)

About the role

KBR is expanding its Project Management Consultancy team for a high‑profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. The Lead Engineer – Fabrication will provide technical leadership for the design, planning and execution of offshore structural components, working initially from the contractor’s office and later on a 6‑weeks‑on/3‑weeks‑off offshore rotation.

Key responsibilities

• Lead fabrication engineering activities for offshore structures such as Wellhead Towers, subsea cable protection systems, piping boat landings and foundation brackets.
• Review and interpret engineering drawings, material specifications and fabrication procedures to ensure compliance with client requirements and industry standards.
• Develop fabrication methodologies, work packs and sequencing plans, and provide technical support to yards and construction teams.
• Coordinate with design, production, quality, procurement and project management to resolve engineering issues and keep the project on schedule.

Required profile

• Proven experience in offshore fabrication engineering and structural components.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes, quality and safety regulations for offshore projects.
• Ability to work in a rotational offshore environment (6 weeks on/3 weeks off).
• Effective communication and teamwork with multidisciplinary stakeholders.

Required skills

• Fabrication engineering
• Offshore structural fabrication

What we offer

• Opportunity to work on a high‑profile ADNOC project with KBR’s global engineering team.
• Competitive compensation in AED.
• Professional development in offshore project management and engineering.