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Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer

McDermott International, LtdDubai, United Arab EmiratesPosted 16 May 2026

This Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer role at McDermott International focuses on solving complex engineering problems within the energy infrastructure domain. The successful candidate will lead large engineering teams, oversee project design, manage budgets and schedules, and provide technical guidance across offshore projects. It requires deep experience in oil and gas design, project coordination, and the ability to interface with customers and regulatory authorities. This is a high-level leadership and subject matter expert position requiring extensive industry tenure.

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Experience

20+ years

Function

Engineering

Work mode

Onsite, United Arab Emirates

Company

Tier 2

What you will work on

This Senior Principal Mechanical Engineer role at McDermott International focuses on solving complex engineering problems within the energy infrastructure domain. The successful candidate will lead large engineering teams, oversee project design, manage budgets and schedules, and provide technical guidance across offshore projects. It requires deep experience in oil and gas design, project coordination, and the ability to interface with customers and regulatory authorities. This is a high-level leadership and subject matter expert position requiring extensive industry tenure.

TAL's take

Quality 75/1005/5 clarityTier 2 company

High-impact, senior-level leadership role at a major global EPC contractor with clearly defined, complex responsibilities.

Very well-defined responsibilities, clear reporting structures, and specific experience requirements for the oil and gas sector.

Must haves

  • 20+ years of experience in oil and gas
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering
  • Detailed knowledge of design techniques and analysis methods
  • Knowledge of offshore standards, codes, and guidelines
  • Experience with detail design

Tools and skills

mechanical design analysisoil and gas engineering standardsoffshore design codesproject coordinationtechnical procurementdesign verification

Nice to have: professional engineer registration, engineering software proficiency.

About the company

Established global engineering and construction firm in the energy sector with a long history, not quite FAANG-tier but highly reputable.