Associate Production Engineer

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd in Dubai seeks an Associate Production Engineer to support product design, development, material selection, manufacturing planning and production activities.

You will work under guidance from experienced engineers to apply established production procedures across product engineering, design analysis and manufacturing processes, contributing to safe, compliant and efficient production.

Qualifications

• Advanced analytical skills.
• Strong product design capability.
• Knowledge of computer-based design and modeling techniques.
• Understanding of product materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of industry and market trends.
• Ability to evaluate product designs against specifications and safety requirements.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop design ideas based on customer interests, budgets and market research.
• Meet with development teams to discuss product concepts and design requirements.
• Analyze market conditions and industry product trends.
• Prepare preliminary product designs using sketches and CAD tools.
• Conduct theoretical testing and evaluation of design models.
• Develop complete product designs and specifications using modeling techniques.
• Define manufacturing processes for designed products.
• Support the transition of designs into production and assembly.
• Oversee assembly activities as required.
• Verify that finished products conform to market specifications and safety requirements.

Skills

Analytical skills

Product design capability

CAD/ Modeling

Materials & manufacturing

Industry & market trends

Written communication

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Procedural problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Associate Production Engineer Job Snapshot

Role: Associate Production Engineer

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Oil and Energy

Function: Product Development

Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as a Product Engineer or in a similar role

Job Type: Not specified

Position Overview

McDermott International, Ltd is seeking an Associate Production Engineer in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to support product design, development, material selection, manufacturing planning, and production activities. The role applies established production and fabrication procedures to routine engineering assignments and works with guidance from experienced team members while developing practical capability across product engineering, design analysis, and manufacturing processes.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Industry: Oil and Energy

Function: Product Development

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: No Preference

Candidate Nationality: Not specified

Job Type: Not specified

Job Overview

The Associate Production Engineer uses established production procedures to address routine or standard engineering problems. The role works under instruction and guidance from other team members and applies conceptual knowledge of production, fabrication, engineering practices, and design procedures. The position supports the development of products from initial design concepts through specification, material selection, manufacturing planning, and assembly.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities

• Develop design ideas based on customer interests, available budgets, and market research.
• Meet with development teams to discuss product concepts and design requirements.
• Analyze market conditions and industry product trends.
• Prepare preliminary product designs using sketches and computer-based design software.
• Conduct theoretical testing and evaluation of design models.
• Develop complete product designs and specifications using computer modeling techniques.
• Select appropriate materials for product development.
• Define manufacturing processes for designed products.
• Support the transition of designs into production and assembly.
• Oversee assembly activities as required.
• Verify that finished products conform to applicable market specifications.
• Ensure products meet relevant safety regulations and requirements.
• Apply established production and fabrication procedures when completing assigned work.
• Seek guidance from experienced engineers when addressing issues outside routine procedures.

Product Design and Development

• Translate customer and market requirements into practical design concepts.
• Evaluate design options using analytical and modeling techniques.
• Develop product specifications that support manufacturing and assembly.
• Consider materials, production methods, and safety requirements during product development.
• Support design refinement based on testing, manufacturing considerations, and project requirements.

Production and Manufacturing Support

• Define appropriate manufacturing approaches for developed products.
• Coordinate with relevant teams during assembly and production activities.
• Monitor product conformity against approved specifications.
• Support quality and safety requirements throughout the manufacturing process.
• Contribute to resolving routine production and fabrication issues using established procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor 's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field is preferred.
• Relevant Product Engineer training or certifications are preferred where applicable.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of work experience as a Product Engineer or in a similar role.

Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced analytical skills.
• Strong product design capability.
• Knowledge of computer-based design and modeling techniques.
• Understanding of product materials and manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of industry and market trends.
• Ability to evaluate product designs against specifications and safety requirements.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Excellent verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with development and production teams.
• Ability to apply established procedures to routine engineering problems.

About McDermott International

McDermott International operates across the energy value chain, applying engineering and construction expertise to offshore and onshore energy infrastructure. Its activities include subsea infrastructure, offshore platforms, offshore wind infrastructure, and onshore energy developments. With more than 100 years of operating history, McDermott has more than 30,000 people across 54 countries.