LEAD MECHANICAL PROCESS DESIGNER

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Lead Mechanical Process Designer. This role is responsible for the design development and delivery of mechanical process designs for EPC projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and a minimum of 15 years of experience, including 5 years in a leadership position. Strong skills in project management, communication, and leadership are essential. The position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment on significant projects within the oil and gas sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in mechanical process design, with at least 5 in a lead role.
• Strong background in mechanical and process design in the oil & gas sector.
• Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate design development for mechanical process design.
• Ensure engineering outputs meet technical and scheduling objectives.
• Manage engineering interfaces to prevent delays and bottlenecks.

Skills

Leadership skills

Mechanical design expertise

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Lead Mechanical Process Designer will be responsible for leading and coordinating the design development and delivery of mechanical process design work for EPC projects. This role ensures that engineering outputs meet technical financial and scheduling objectives while maintaining compliance with industry standards codes and client specifications. The position requires strong leadership skills to guide multidisciplinary teams manage interfaces between engineering and other project functions and provide technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop engineering plans including scope of work deliverables and schedules.
• Ensure engineering outputs align with project technical financial and scheduling objectives.
• Track and assess engineering progress to ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Manage interactions between various engineering disciplines (civil mechanical electrical I&C) to ensure seamless integration of design elements.
• Oversee engineering interfaces with procurement construction and commissioning teams to prevent delays and bottlenecks.
• Provide leadership guidance and direction to internal engineering teams consultants and contractors.
• Mentor junior staff and support professional development within the engineering team.
• Monitor team performance and implement improvement initiatives as needed.
• Proactively identify and mitigate engineering risks impacting cost timeline or quality.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards codes client specifications and regulatory requirements.
• Implement design reviews safety checks and quality assurance processes to maintain high standards.
• Act as the primary point of contact for all engineering-related discussions with clients.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and stakeholders regarding progress milestones and technical challenges.
• Manage scope changes evaluating their impact on cost schedule and technical requirements.
• Identify opportunities to optimize designs for cost savings without compromising quality or performance.
• Prepare technical specifications and assist in vendor evaluations.
• Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery and compliance with specifications.
• Support the construction team by resolving technical issues during project execution.
• Provide input during commissioning to ensure all systems are tested verified and compliant prior to client handover.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline (Masters preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in mechanical process design with at least 5 years in a lead or senior designer role on EPC projects.
• Strong background in mechanical and process design within the oil & gas petrochemical or industrial sectors.
• Proven experience in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing project interfaces.
• Thorough knowledge of industry standards codes and regulatory requirements.
• Strong communication leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in dynamic project environments and travel to project sites as required.

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