Associate Production Engineer - Fabrication

Mc Dermott; Dubai; On-site; AED 111,600 - 178,560; Full time

Job summary

McDermott in Dubai is seeking an Associate Production Engineer to support the development of practical product solutions and maintain quality standards.

You will engage in product design and manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The role is ideal for recent graduates with engineering degrees and experience in production engineering.

The position offers exposure to the global energy sector and a structured environment for long-term development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Product Engineer, Production Engineer, or similar technical role.
• Foundational understanding of product development and manufacturing processes.
• Experience creating sketches, technical drawings, and product specifications.
• Strong analytical skills to assess engineering problems systematically.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for team coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop initial product and fabrication concepts based on customer requirements.
• Meet with engineering teams to review proposed ideas and constraints.
• Analyze industry developments and customer preferences.
• Produce preliminary designs and technical specifications.
• Conduct theoretical assessments and design verification activities.

Skills

Product engineering

Production engineering

Fabrication processes

Mechanical design

Computer-aided design

Three-dimensional modeling

Engineering drawings

Product specifications

Concept development

Design verification

Material selection

Manufacturing process planning

Assembly supervision

Product testing

Technical documentation

Design revision control

Market trend analysis

Production problem-solving

Quality inspection support

Safety compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Manufacturing improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

Computer-aided design software

Job description

Position: Associate Production Engineer – Fabrication

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Manufacturing

Job Type: Full-time

McDermott International, Ltd is hiring a technically capable professional to support the development of practical product solutions, create detailed engineering designs, and help ensure manufactured products meet customer expectations, safety requirements, and approved specifications.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Salary Range: 10,000–16,000 (est.)
Experience: Minimum 3 years

Key Responsibilities

• Develop initial product and fabrication concepts based on customer requirements, budgets, market expectations, and technical feasibility.
• Meet with engineering and product development teams to review proposed ideas, operating requirements, manufacturing constraints, and delivery priorities.
• Analyze industry developments, competitor products, customer preferences, and emerging production trends.
• Produce preliminary designs using sketches, engineering drawings, and approved computer-aided design software.
• Translate conceptual ideas into accurate three-dimensional models, detailed drawings, and technical specifications.
• Conduct theoretical assessments and design verification activities before physical production begins.
• Review design models for functionality, manufacturability, dimensional accuracy, safety, and cost efficiency.
• Select suitable product materials based on performance, durability, availability, fabrication requirements, and project specifications.
• Define practical manufacturing and assembly processes for assigned products or components.
• Prepare production-related documentation including design notes, material information, drawings, specifications, and assembly instructions.
• Support the preparation of prototypes, mock‑ups, test pieces, or trial assemblies where required.
• Monitor product assembly and fabrication to confirm that approved designs and manufacturing procedures are followed.
• Verify that completed products comply with market specifications, quality standards, customer requirements, and applicable safety regulations.
• Assist in identifying routine production issues and recommend improvements using established engineering methods.
• Coordinate design revisions when manufacturing feedback, testing results, or customer comments require changes.
• Work with fabrication personnel to improve product assembly, material utilization, process flow, and production consistency.
• Support quality teams during inspections, dimensional checks, design reviews, and product conformity assessments.
• Maintain clear records of design changes, engineering calculations, technical decisions, and production feedback.
• Communicate progress, design concerns, material issues, and production risks to senior engineers and project stakeholders.
• Follow McDermott engineering, HSE, quality, document control, and production procedures during all assigned activities.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline is preferred.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Product Engineer, Production Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, or in a similar technical role.
• Foundational understanding of product development, fabrication, manufacturing processes, and engineering design principles.
• Experience creating sketches, engineering models, technical drawings, and product specifications.
• Working knowledge of computer-aided design and engineering modeling software.
• Ability to select materials and evaluate their suitability for manufacturing and product performance.
• Experience supporting assembly, testing, fabrication, or production inspection activities.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess routine engineering problems systematically.
• Awareness of industry developments, customer expectations, and product market trends.
• Ability to follow established procedures while seeking guidance for nonstandard technical issues.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills for coordinating with engineering and production teams.
• Relevant engineering training or Product Engineer certification is an advantage.
• Ability to manage assigned tasks, maintain accurate records, and meet agreed deadlines.
• Commitment to safe working practices, quality compliance, and continuous technical development.

Skills Set

• Product engineering
• Production engineering
• Fabrication processes
• Mechanical design
• Computer-aided design
• Three-dimensional modeling
• Engineering drawings
• Product specifications
• Concept development
• Design verification
• Material selection
• Manufacturing process planning
• Assembly supervision
• Product testing
• Technical documentation
• Design revision control
• Market trend analysis
• Production problem-solving
• Quality inspection support
• Safety compliance
• Cross-functional coordination
• Manufacturing improvement

Why Join Us

This position offers a valuable entry point into technically demanding production and fabrication work within the international energy sector. The Associate Production Engineer will gain practical exposure to product development, computer-aided engineering, material selection, manufacturing processes, assembly, and quality assurance while learning from experienced engineering professionals.

The role provides a structured environment for strengthening design judgment, production knowledge, and project coordination skills. It is particularly suitable for an engineer seeking long-term development within a global business delivering complex offshore, subsea, onshore, and energy transition solutions.

About the Company

McDermott International, Ltd is a global engineering and construction organization supporting customers across the energy value chain. The company combines engineering, procurement, fabrication, construction, installation, and technology capabilities to deliver complex infrastructure projects. With more than a century of industry experience, McDermott continues to develop practical and sustainable solutions through its international engineering and project teams.