SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (Oil and Gas)

STAR SERVICES LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

STAR SERVICES LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer (Oil and Gas) to lead FEED and EPC activities for offshore and onshore projects. The role covers static and rotating equipment, with adherence to ASME and API codes, and interaction with clients, consultants, and vendors.

The ideal candidate has 12–15 years in mechanical engineering for Oil & Gas, UAE/GCC experience, and certifications such as API 610/617/660; PMP or MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• API 610//API 617/ API 660 certification with proven experience in static and rotating equipment.
• PMP certification or an MBA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for FEED and EPC projects, covering static equipment, packaged systems, and rotating machinery.
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with ASME and API codes and standards.
• Review and approve specifications, design calculations, datasheets, and vendor documents for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, generators, nitrogen packages, and utility systems.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning, and mechanical completion phases.
• Conduct risk assessments, prepare PTW documentation, and ensure compliance with ADOC HSE requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical issues and maintain quality and schedule compliance.
• Apply broad rotating equipment expertise, acting as a Mechanical–Rotary Engineer when required.

Skills

FEED and EPC experience

Field engineering

ASME/API codes knowledge

Rotating equipment

Static equipment

Package equipment engineering

Onshore/offshore site visits

Multitasking & communication

Education

Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering

API 610/617/660 certification

PMP or MBA (preferred)

Job description

About the job Senior Mechanical Engineer (Oil and gas)

JOB TITLE :

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Work Location

Abu Dhabi (Offshore visits as per job requirements)

Leave Cycle

150/30 – on Single status

335/30 – on Family status (applicable after completion of Probation period)

Air Ticket

• Round trip – Economy class provided

Medical

• Health Insurance provided

Accommodation

• Single-status accommodation will be provided during the period of single status.

Food

• Subsidised Food will be provided

Contract Type

Contract Hire – Limited

Working Hours

AUH - 07:00 to 15:00 (5 days a week)

Offshore - 06:30 to 18:30 (1-hour lunch break), 7 days a week

Salary - To be discussed

Salary - To be discussed

Probation Period

6 months

Status

Family status benefits will become applicable upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Qualification (minimum)

• Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering.
• API 610 / API 617 / API 660 Certification with proven experience in Static and Rotating Equipment.
• PMP certification or an MBA is preferred.

Experience (minimum)

• Minimum 12–15 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering on Onshore/Offshore FEED and EPC Oil & Gas projects.
• Minimum 5 years' Oil & Gas experience in the UAE, plus at least 5 years' Oil & Gas experience within the GCC.
• Experience across Engineering, Design, Construction, and Field Engineering roles, with exposure to Consultant and Contractor environments in both Onshore and Offshore projects.

Job Description

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for FEED and EPC projects, covering static equipment, packaged systems, and rotating machinery.
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with ASME and API codes and standards.
• Review and approve specifications, design calculations, datasheets, and vendor documents for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, generators, nitrogen packages, and utility systems.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning, and mechanical completion phases.
• Conduct risk assessments, prepare PTW documentation, and ensure compliance with ADOC HSE requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical issues and maintain quality and schedule compliance.
• Apply broad rotating equipment expertise, acting as a Mechanical–Rotary Engineer when required.

Skills

• Strong FEED and EPC project experience in Oil & Gas environments.
• Proven Field Engineering and site execution experience (onshore/offshore).
• Expertise in static and rotating equipment, including package equipment engineering.
• Solid mechanical design capability with application of ASME and API codes/standards.
• Willingness for onshore/offshore site visits, with strong multitasking and communication skills.