Principal Project Engineer (Full-time)

About the role

The Principal Project Engineer will lead the engineering scope of McDermott projects, ensuring that deliverables meet quality and technical requirements. Working independently with minimal guidance, the role involves solving complex engineering challenges and supporting proposal development for new opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the engineering scope and technical execution of assigned projects.
• Develop and implement Project Execution Plans, including multi‑office coordination (MOPEX) and Division of Responsibility matrices.
• Provide direction to Engineering and Design Leads, supervise Project Engineers, and ensure effective communication across disciplines.
• Prepare, review, and approve technical queries, design deviations, RFI responses, meeting minutes, and regular management reports.
• Control cost, schedule, quantity, and budget; manage changes proactively.
• Maintain project engineering documentation such as staffing plans, equipment lists, and change notices.
• Lead project handover, close‑out reporting, and lessons‑learned reviews.

Required profile

• Extensive experience in project engineering within EPC or large‑scale construction environments.
• Proven ability to lead functional teams or act as Project Engineering Manager on medium to large projects.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with a focus on safety and quality.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Required skills

• Project engineering and EPC processes
• Cost and schedule control
• Technical query and design deviation management
• Preparation of project execution plans and coordination procedures