Oil Free Air Technical Specialist

Aggreko; Dubai; On-site; AED 279,000 - 468,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time in Dubai (Jebel Ali)

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance

Training & development

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Aggreko is hiring an Oil Free Air Technical Specialist based in Dubai to drive new product integration across the Middle East. The role emphasizes technical leadership, troubleshooting, and hands-on installation of OFA systems.

You will collaborate closely with sales, service teams, and customers to ensure successful deployments. The position requires 5–7 years of mechanical engineering experience, strong analytical skills, and a safety-focused mindset, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• University degree or above in science/engineering (Electrical hydraulics pneumatics and/or power).
• Minimum 5-7 years hands-on mechanical engineering experience.
• Travel internationally as required by the role.
• Proven experience on compressed air, rotating and air dryer equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Good knowledge of electrical, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
• Exposure to emerging product trends and technical proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair OFA compressed air systems and related machinery.
• Install OFA systems and machinery.
• Perform oil & filter changes, mechanical, electrical/electronic repairs, plumbing, welding and fabrications as assigned.
• Develop SME knowledge and transfer training to local teams.
• Provide technical support and improve customer experience with documented guidance and RCA.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Safety-focused

Project management basics

Education

University degree in science/engineering (Electrical hydraulics pneumatics/power)

Tools

CAD

Sketch tools

Job description

Were the global leader in providing energy solutions that help businesses grow and communities thrive.

We work as a team and were proud of the difference we make to customers to local communities and towards a sustainable future for the world.

We are hiring immediately Oil Free Air Technical Specialist - a role that will help us to power progress for our customers.

Why Join Aggreko

• Full time position based in Jebel Ali Dubai

• Competitive compensation package

• Industry-leading benefit plans including medical insurance

• Continuous training and development with career growth opportunities

• Safety-focused culture
  

Role overview: The Oil Free Air Technical Specialist ensures the successful introduction and integration of new products into the Middle East business by delivering highly specialised technical support.

What youll do:

• Troubleshoot and repair OFA compressed air systems and related machinery.

• Install OFA compressed air systems and related machinery.

• Specific tasks may include but are not limited to: oil & filter changes mechanical repair electrical and electronic repair plumbing welding painting fabrication and other tasks assigned by the service manager.

• Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge Transfer: Build personal knowledge of Aggrekos new products and aspire to become a subject matter expert. Guide and influence local technical teams transferring knowledge and building capabilities. Support the Learning team with design and delivery of training solutions.

• Technical Support and Customer Excellence: Elevate the businesss customer experience by delivering expert assistance in addressing technical inquiries contributing to the development of documented guidance troubleshooting and resolving issues as well as optimising performance during the new product introduction and infancy care period. Conduct rigorous testing validation and documentation of solutions with a specific emphasis on performing failure analysis and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for new and existing products.

• Collaboration and Project Implementation: Liaise with Aggreko sales technicians and management to provide technical solutions and lead project implementation in early mobilisations or first-of-a-kind projects with emphasis on design commissioning and knowledge transfer.

• Promote Green Solutions: Lead site and project delivery of hybridized and low emission solutions setting an example for greener upgrades and ensuring success for customers.

• Technical Drawings: Interpret modify and create layout arrangement and technical drawings using CAD and sketch tools. Analyse technical drawings to establish parameters for safe and efficient solutions.

• Health Safety and Continuous Improvement: Specialise in understanding the risks associated with new power products. Ensure compliance with Aggreko HSE policies and procedures. Provide feedback and contribute to the continuous improvement of products and integration processes.

Youll have the following skills and experience:

• University degree or above science and engineering background (prefer one of below: Electrical hydraulics pneumatics and/or power Measurement and control technology and instruments)

• Minimum 5-7 years product technical hands-on experience in mechanical engineering.

• Flexibility to travel internationally as required by the role

• Proven experience on compressed air rotating and air drier equipment

• Should have very good analytical skills

• Understanding of AC and DC power 3 phase system components

• Should possess a good knowledge of electrical pneumatic and mechanical systems

• Robust technical proficiency with an exceptional mastery specifically concentrated on emerging products. Familiarity with emerging trends in the industry

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Growth mindset with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

• Dedication to safety quality and customer experience coupled with a familiarity with industry regulations and standards

• In-depth understanding of factors critical for successful new product introduction and integration. Possesses basic project management skills.

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Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures and respect peoples unique skills attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know thats how we do our best for each other for our customers for the communities where we work and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience and not on your race colour ethnicity religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

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