Lead Mechanical Engineer

Azizi Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading power generation firm in Dubai is seeking a highly skilled Lead Mechanical Engineer. You will oversee mechanical design, project execution, and team leadership for power plants. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, particularly in the power generation sector, and is proficient in software tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks. This position offers an opportunity to shape engineering standards and ensure compliance with industry requirements.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering, 5 years in power generation sector.
• Strong understanding of rotating equipment and thermal systems.
• Experience with software tools like AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design activities for power plants including layout and integration.
• Supervise installation and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Establish standards and specifications for mechanical engineering deliverables.

Skills

Mechanical engineering design review

Project execution and supervision

Team leadership and collaboration

Technical bid evaluations

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's or MBA

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

HTRI

Aspen HYSYS

Job description

Overview

Lead Mechanical Engineer

Role Description / Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to take charge of mechanical engineering design review and implementation across our power generation portfolio. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring mechanical systems and components ranging from turbines (rotating equipment) and boilers to HVAC and balance of plant (Bop) are designed procured installed and commissioned according to technical specifications industry standards and project goals.

Responsibilities

• Design & Technical Oversight:
  • Lead mechanical design activities for power plants including equipment selection layout system integration and thermal performance.
  • Review and approve mechanical drawings specifications and datasheets submitted by EPC contractors OEMs and consultants.
  • Evaluate vendor proposals and conduct technical bid evaluations for major mechanical equipment (e.g. gas/steam turbines boilers engines heat exchangers pumps piping systems).
• Project Execution:
  • Supervise installation and commissioning of mechanical systems ensuring compliance with design quality and safety standards.
  • Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to ensure optimal mechanical integration with electrical and civil works.
  • Lead site inspections factory acceptance tests (FAT) and performance tests of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Engineering Management & Quality Assurance:
  • Establish internal standards and specifications for mechanical engineering deliverables and ensure compliance with relevant codes (ASME API ISO etc.).
  • Work closely with the procurement and project management teams to manage technical risks delays and change orders.
  • Support lifecycle assessments reliability engineering and long-term maintenance planning.
• Team Leadership & Collaboration:
  • Provide mentorship and technical leadership to mechanical engineers within the department.
  • Act as the owners representative in meetings with EPC contractors OEMs and third-party engineers.
  • Participate in HAZOP design reviews and risk assessments throughout the project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Qualifications and Experience:
  • Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering (Masters or MBA is a plus)
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering with 5 years in the power generation sector (thermal solar CSP biomass gas or hybrid systems)
  • Strong understanding of rotating equipment thermal systems fluid mechanics and piping design
  • Experience with software tools such as AutoCAD Plant 3D SolidWorks HTRI Aspen HYSYS or equivalent
  • Familiarity with international and local mechanical design standards (ASME API ISO DIN)
  • Demonstrated success in supporting EPC execution or owners engineering roles
  • Strong analytical problem-solving and project coordination skills
• Preferred:
  • Experience in combined-cycle cogeneration or hybrid renewable plants
  • Knowledge of maintenance planning and asset lifecycle management
  • Professional Engineering License (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred
  • Experience in projects across developing markets or remote locations