Mechanical Engineer

E7 GROUP - P.J.S.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

E7 GROUP - P.J.S.C. is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop and review mechanical systems across projects, ensuring safe and reliable operations.

You will support maintenance and project teams, perform root-cause analysis, and review supplier submissions while ensuring compliance with standards. The role requires 3–7 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering within oil & gas, utilities or industrial environments, with proficiency in design software and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• Professional engineering certification or membership is an advantage.
• Proficiency in engineering design software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Knowledge of international engineering standards and best practices.
• Experience 3–7 years in mechanical engineering, maintenance, projects, or industrial operations.
• Experience in oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments preferred.
• Proven experience in equipment troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and project support.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and review mechanical systems, equipment and engineering solutions.
• Prepare engineering calculations, technical specifications, drawings and material requirements.
• Monitor performance and reliability of mechanical equipment and recommend improvements.
• Provide technical support for maintenance operations and project teams.
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical failures and equipment breakdowns.
• Review contractor and vendor submissions and engineering documentation.
• Support project planning, execution, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, regulations and company procedures.
• Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP studies and safety reviews.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical, instrumentation, civil and operations.
• Prepare engineering reports, presentations and project updates.
• Assist budgeting, cost estimation and procurement for mechanical equipment and services.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, reliability and cost effectiveness.
• Support inspection, testing and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ensure all work complies with health, safety, environmental and quality requirements.

Skills

Mechanical design

Maintenance & reliability

Root cause analysis

Project coordination

HSE compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Professional engineering certification (advantage)

Tools

Engineering design software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Mechanical Engineer is responsible for designing developing reviewing and maintaining mechanical systems and equipment to ensure safe efficient and reliable operations The role supports project execution asset integrity maintenance planning troubleshooting and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Design develop and review mechanical systems equipment and engineering solutions
• Prepare engineering calculations technical specifications drawings and material requirements
• Monitor the performance and reliability of mechanical equipment and recommend improvements
• Provide technical support for maintenance operations and project teams
• Conduct root cause analysis and troubleshooting of mechanical failures and equipment breakdowns
• Review contractor and vendor submissions technical proposals and engineering documentation
• Support project planning execution commissioning and start-up activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards codes regulations and company procedures
• Participate in risk assessments HAZOP studies and safety reviews
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including electrical instrumentation civil and operations personnel
• Prepare engineering reports technical presentations and project updates
• Assist in budgeting cost estimation and procurement activities for mechanical equipment and services
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency reliability and cost effectiveness
• Support inspection testing and preventive maintenance programs
• Ensure all work is performed in compliance with health safety environmental and quality requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

Professional engineering certification or membership is an advantage.

Proficiency in engineering design software and Microsoft Office applications.

Knowledge of international engineering standards and best practices.

Experience3–7 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering, maintenance, projects, or industrial operations.

Experience in oil & gas, utilities, manufacturing, construction, or industrial environments is preferred.

Proven experience in equipment troubleshooting, reliability improvement, and project support.

Technical Competencies

• Mechanical equipment and systems design.
• Rotating and static equipment knowledge.
• Maintenance and reliability engineering.
• Engineering calculations and technical documentation.
• Root cause analysis and problem-solving.
• Project management and coordination.
• Quality assurance and compliance management.
• Risk assessment and safety standards.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Time management and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Initiative and continuous improvement mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Equipment reliability and availability.
• Project completion within schedule and budget.
• Reduction in equipment failures and downtime.
• Compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Timely completion of engineering deliverables.
• Maintenance cost optimization and efficiency improvements.