Principal Pipeline Design Engineer - #1678312

Principal Pipeline Engineer Location: Manchester, UK (Hybrid working available)

Overview: We’re currently seeking a highly experienced Principal Pipeline Engineer to join a growing engineering team based in Manchester. You will lead the pipeline engineering function on key energy transition projects across carbon capture and hydrogen infrastructure. This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment and wants to shape future-facing pipeline design across FEED, detailed engineering, construction, and commissioning stages.

About the Employer: A leading consultancy providing technical and advisory solutions to global energy clients. The company delivers innovative engineering services on complex, multidisciplinary projects in new and emerging sectors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the delivery of onshore pipeline engineering activities from concept through to commissioning.

• Take technical responsibility for pipeline designs, ensuring high standards of safety, compliance, and constructability.

• Collaborate with multidiscipline teams and project stakeholders to align engineering outputs.

• Prepare technical documents, specifications, and project deliverables in line with scope, budget, and timelines.

• Manage workload estimates, progress tracking, and resourcing to achieve project goals (CPI/SPI monitoring).

• Ensure all pipeline engineering work adheres to internal quality procedures and client requirements.

• Provide mentoring, support, and performance feedback to engineers within the pipeline discipline.

• Participate in peer reviews and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Degree, HNC, HND, or equivalent in Engineering.

• Chartered Engineer or minimum 10 years’ experience in pipeline engineering.

• Proven track record leading onshore/offshore pipeline FEED and detailed design projects.

• Sound knowledge of pipeline design codes, industry standards, and engineering best practices.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and deliver quality outcomes under pressure.

Why Apply? This is a great opportunity to join a forward-looking company delivering meaningful projects in decarbonisation and hydrogen. You’ll enjoy a supportive work culture, hybrid flexibility, and clear opportunities to lead and grow within a specialist engineering environment.