Lifting Engineer

About Qatar Engineering & Construction Company

Qatar Engineering & Construction Company (Qcon) is a prominent national EPC and maintenance contractor serving Qatar's oil and gas, petrochemical, fertilizer, and power sectors. Founded in 1975, it has significantly contributed to the nation’s hydrocarbon infrastructure. With a workforce exceeding 5,000 skilled professionals, Qcon offers extensive services including engineering, procurement, construction, maintenance, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up support. Additionally, the company specializes in medium to heavy steel and offshore structure fabrication, including topside production facilities. Its growth is anchored by a strong dedication to Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality standards, backed by international certifications and industry-recognized quality marks.

Role Overview

We are looking for a dedicated full-time Lifting Engineer based onsite in Doha, Qatar. The selected engineer will oversee lifting operations for an offshore oil and gas project. Responsibilities include planning, designing, and verifying lifting procedures and equipment for handling heavy and critical loads, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and applicable regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and evaluate lifting studies, plans, and method statements for various lifts, ranging from routine to highly critical ones.
• Perform engineering computations related to crane load capacity, load distribution, ground bearing pressures, rigging setups, and lift points.
• Select appropriate cranes, rigging gear, spreader beams, lifting frames, and accessories for operations.
• Confirm certifications and compliance of lifting equipment with standards.
• Conduct site surveys to identify potential lifting challenges, hazards, and access concerns.
• Assess equipment center of gravity, load measurements, and lift points.
• Collaborate closely with project engineers, construction crews, operational teams, and HSE staff during lift preparations.
• Participate in pre-lift meetings and provide technical advice for critical lifts.
• Ensure all lifting activities follow company and client requirements and procedures.
• Investigate incidents related to lifting and suggest corrective measures.
• Maintain thorough documentation including engineering calculations, inspection logs, and lifting registers.
• Support procurement by reviewing technical specifications and bids for lifting equipment.
• Engage in risk assessments such as Job Safety Analysis (JSA) and Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) for lifting tasks.
• Mentor lifting supervisors and rigging personnel, including qualification and inspection coordination for riggers and rigging gear.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Professional engineering licensure is a plus.
• Relevant lifting engineering certification is preferred.

Experience

• Between 7 to 13 years working as a lifting engineer within oil & gas, offshore, marine, construction, or heavy industrial environments.
• Background in handling heavy lifts, modular installations, offshore lifting, and crane operations.
• Familiarity with client standards such as QatarEnergy, QatarEnergy LNG or comparable codes is advantageous.

Technical Expertise

• In-depth knowledge of crane load charts and performing lifting calculations.
• Expertise with rigging hardware and lifting accessories.
• Understanding structural responses during lifting procedures.
• Knowledge of standards including LOLER, BS 7121, ASME B30 series, ISO 12480, API RP 2D (offshore lifting), and OSHA where applicable.
• Experience with lifting analysis and CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Lift Planner, or similar software.