Field Engineer

Job Title: Field Engineer (Construction Pipeline)
Location: Basra, Iraq
Rotation- 14/14

Key Responsibilities:
Technical Oversight & Quality Assurance:

• Review and interpret engineering drawings (P&IDs, Alignemnt 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 3rd party subcontractors work are 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

Qualifications/Experience required

• Mandatory experience in a similar position: 8+ Years
• Qualification:  Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
• 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 similar work environment will be an added advantage.

If you find this opportunity interesting and matching your skills, please apply for the role or share your CVs on sayali.kothmire@nesfircroft.com

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.