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J. RAY MCDERMOTT is a world-class engineering, fabrication, project management and marine installation contractor. We've been providing service to and building well-rounded careers in the global offshore oil & gas industry for more that 50 years. Our projects range from deep water subsea facilities to the largest and most complex oil & gas production systems in the world. With operations in Louisiana, Texas, Mexico, Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East, South America and West Africa, we can provide you with a world of experience. Our global presence provides tremendous opportunity worldwide. Join our team of extraordinary professionals committed to project execution excellence. These opportunities were last updated November 11, 2008.

DUBAI

J. Ray McDermott's Eastern Hemisphere headquarters is located in the Dubai port of Jebel Ali Free Zone in the United Arab Emirates and is home to the Middle East project operations group, fabrication yard and marine base.

From here we offer services including design, fabrication and installation of spar platforms; design and installation of subsea facilities; design, fabrication, and installation of new and refurbished bottom-founded offshore platforms; and, installation of offshore pipelines for the oil and gas industry.

Ideally situated to serve the requirements of the offshore construction market, Dubai's strategic location at the crossroads of Eastern and Western hemispheres allows us to export our products to the offshore oil and gas industry practically anywhere in the world, efficiently and cost effectively.

Served by Dubai International Airport and a major road network, the free zone is just a short drive from the center of Dubai.

Since 1960, J. Ray McDermott's Middle Eastern facility has fabricated and installed over 630 structures, 330,693ST of steel, and has installed over 2,610 miles of pipeline throughout the Arabian Gulf, Egypt, India, the Caspian, Africa and the North Sea.

 
     
 

 

 
 

 

 

Middle East Operations- Jebel Ali, Dubai, U.A.E.

 

J. Ray McDermott Middle East Inc. is a leading international Engineering and Construction Company providing products and services to the offshore oil and gas industry. The Company’s regional offices, engineering, fabrication and marine operations are based in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE. We are currently recruiting for:

 

Lead/ Senior Process Engineer

The candidate should have a Chemical/Petroleum engineering degree with 8 -15 years experience, majority of which should be in the Process design of offshore oil and gas facilities and pipelines. The candidate should be from an EPC or engineering consultancy background.

Other attributes required for the position are as follows: 

  • Extensive knowledge of codes and standards applicable to the oil industry and on-the-job exposure to the specifications of at least one of the major oil companies.  
  • Conversant in the usage of Process Design software tools like HYSYS, FLARESIM, PIPESIM, PIPENET, FLARENET, FRED, etc.
  • Fully conversant with typical Process deliverables like H&M Balance, PFDs, P&IDs, Design Basis and philosophies, Equipment and Instrument datasheets, SAFE Charts, Process design calculations, providing inputs to other disciplines and vendor data review.
  • Fully conversant with process engineering studies like depressurization, blowdown, radiation and dispersion.
  • Should have preferably participated in a HAZOP and involved in the close out of action items.
  • Preparation of Start-up and Operating Manual  
  • Exposure to safety engineering functions will be an added advantage.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.  
  • Contribution towards training of young engineers

 

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E&I Commissioning Engineer

Requirements:

  • Bachelor Degree in Electrical or Instrumentation Engineering or Equivalent
  • 3-5 years relevant experience (Engineering, Construction, Pre-commissioning and Commissioning)
  • Computer Literate
  • Minimum 3 years offshore experience in the oil and gas industry
  • Previous involvement in E & I Procedures preparation would be an advantage

 

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Senior Internal Controls

In this position, you will work with Regional Manager Internal Controls (RMIC) – Eastern Hemisphere to provide internal consulting services to the organization and to assist in meeting corporate internal control requirements as well as compliance with external regulatory standards – Sarbanes Oxley Act provisions.

 

Requirements:

  • Business or Accounting Degree – Western educated or equivalent
  • Professional Accounting Certification (CPA, CIA) preferred
  • Additional certification in Internal Auditing (such as CIA, CISA) would be a plus
  • Minimum 5 years experience in Audit, Finance, and/or Accounting
  • Demonstrated knowledge of COSO and Sarbanes Oxley Act 2002
  • Interpersonal/ intercultural skills
  • Finance, accounting and related technical skills
  • Excellent oral and written communication with a good command of the English language.

 

We offer a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for career advancement.

 

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Lead Hook Up Engineer

J. Ray McDermott Middle East Inc. is a leading international Engineering and Construction Company providing products and services to the offshore oil and gas industry. The Company’s regional offices, engineering, fabrication and marine operations are based in the Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, UAE.

Essential:

  • Bachelor Degree in Mechanical/ Electrical Engineering or Equivalent
  • 10 years relevant experience in offshore hook up of oil and gas platforms both onshore and offshore.
  • Minimum 3 years in performing construction/ hook up activities on offshore oil and gas platforms
  • Minimum 3 years in capacity of Lead Engineer in managing preparation work towards the offshore phase of projects
  • Knowledge of planning, materials completions management systems.
  • Computer Literate
  • Maintain and comply with JRMMEI safety standard at all times.

Desirable:

  • Similar experience in Win PCS (Window based Project Completion System or CMS-Completion Management System) would be an advantage
  • High Proficiency in English Language both verbal and written
  • Energetic, self motivated and able to work under minimum supervision

We offer a competitive remuneration package and opportunities for career advancement.

 

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OFFSHORE INSTALLATION MANAGER

 

J. Ray McDermott has immediate openings for experienced and qualified Offshore Installation Managers (OIM).  This Senior Management Position undertakes responsibility for the management of the project offshore. The role includes being the primary operational interface onboard with the client, superintendent, engineers and vessel masters in the spread.  The OIM shall ensure that operations are completed in accordance with approved programs, procedures and relevant statutory and company policies. Likewise, operations shall be completed in accordance with the necessary contractual and technical specifications.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Preference for former OIMs, Mariners or Construction Superintendents with hookup and commissioning and/or offshore construction.
  • Computer literate (proficient with Microsoft Office products).
  • At least ten (10) years of substantial related experience is essential, with demonstrable relevant management experience – ideally in a Superintendent type position with international offshore management experience.
  • A good overall knowledge of all offshore construction operations supported by a strong foundation in management and leadership capabilities is desired.
  • Experience with barge operations and other aspects of subsea construction is a plus.

 

Interested and available candidates should submit their resume/CV with full details of experience and education qualifications by email to:  jraymarinejobs.com.  When submitting your resume/CV, please title your email Offshore Installation Manager.

 

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Jebel Ali, Dubai, U.A.E.
Middle East Operations
Submit resumes to
jrmrecruiting.middleeast@mcdermott.com

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