Project Interface Engineer

NES FircroftBaghdadgulftalentpublished 08/11/2026

We are supporting a leading international oil & gas company to hire an experienced project interface engineer. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a high-impact project, working alongside global experts on one of the region’s most strategic energy developments. NES has deep insight into their culture and hiring expectations, allowing us to support candidates effectively throughout the hiring process.

Job description

Role: Project interface engineer.

Location: Al-Anbar Governorate, Iraq

Work pattern: Rotation – 6 weeks on 3 weeks off

Daily pay rate

Verbal and written communication in English is mandatory.

Why this opportunity stands out

6–10 years of experience in oil & gas EPC/construction projects.

Prior experience as an interface engineer, project engineer, construction engineer, or package engineer.

Strong understanding of multidisciplinary engineering: mechanical, electrical, civil, instrumentation.

Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, isometric drawings, construction drawings.

Hands-on experience with Primavera P6.

Experience managing interfaces between client, contractor, and subcontractors.

Construction phase project experience.

Knowledge of engineering standards, specifications, and compliance requirements.

Soft skill must-haves

Strong stakeholder management.

Excellent communication and coordination skills.

Decision-making capability.

Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Ability to manage multiple interface issues simultaneously.

Why apply through NES?

NES is the world’s leading engineering staffing provider, operating across oil & gas, power, life sciences, and infrastructure sectors. With over 80 offices across 45 countries, 24,000+ contractors globally, and 10,000+ in the Middle East, we have a strong regional presence and long-term client partnerships.

With more than 90 years’ combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world’s leading engineering staffing provider spanning the oil & gas, power & renewables, chemicals, construction & infrastructure, life sciences, mining, and manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.

We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.