Dubai-Based Head of Mechanical Engineering, Aviation Fuel

Edison Smart®; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Edison Smart is seeking a Head of Mechanical Engineering to own the mechanical function across international aviation fuel projects, based in Dubai. You will provide senior technical leadership through concept to commissioning, leading hydraulic analysis and ensuring compliance with JIG, EI, ASME and PED while mentoring the mechanical team.

The role requires 15+ years of relevant experience, leadership in a multinational setting, and strong knowledge of jet fuel systems and associated equipment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years' mechanical engineering experience within aviation fuel or related environments.
• Head of Mechanical, Mechanical Engineering Manager, Principal or Lead Mechanical Engineer experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering function and provide senior technical authority.
• Oversee mechanical design and engineering delivery across aviation fuel projects.
• Lead hydraulic analysis and pressure surge modelling for fuel distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with JIG 1, JIG 2, EI 1540, EI 1584, EI 1585, EI 1597, ASME and PED.
• Review designs, calculations, specifications and vendor documentation.
• Lead technical input into HAZOPs, design reviews, FATs and commissioning.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, vendors and contractors.
• Mentor and develop mechanical engineers.
• Support proposals, client engagement and the continued growth of the mechanical function.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Hydraulic analysis

Senior technical authority

Education

Mechanical Engineering degree

Tools

JIG

EI (Energy Institute)

ASME VIII

ASME B31.3

PED

Job description

Edison Smart is seeking a Head of Mechanical Engineering to own the mechanical function across international aviation fuel projects, based in Dubai. You will provide senior technical leadership through concept to commissioning, leading hydraulic analysis and ensuring compliance with JIG, EI, ASME and PED while mentoring the mechanical team.

The role requires 15+ years of relevant experience, leadership in a multinational setting, and strong knowledge of jet fuel systems and associated equipment.