SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER - ROTATING EQUIPMENT

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 330,000 - 441,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer for a key role in Dubai. This position involves managing the mechanical engineering scope for a major oil and gas project in Iraq. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 12 years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on rotating equipment. Strong communication skills and technical expertise in large-scale projects are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on rotating equipment.
• Proven experience in the engineering phase of large onshore oil and gas projects.
• Experience on Iraq-based projects is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering scope for the Iraq project from Dubai.
• Develop and review engineering deliverables and ensure technical compliance.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams during all stages of engineering.

Skills

Strong technical expertise in rotating equipment

Excellent communication skills

Proficient in engineering software tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer Rotating Equipment to join our engineering team in Dubai. The role involves supporting a major onshore oil and gas project in Iraq during the engineering phase including FEED detailed engineering and detailed design. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in rotating equipment and proven experience working on large-scale oil and gas projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and manage the mechanical engineering scope related to rotating equipment for the Iraq project from the Dubai office.
• Develop and review engineering deliverables such as equipment specifications datasheets requisitions technical bid evaluations and vendor documents.
• Ensure technical compliance with project requirements international codes and standards (API ASME etc.) and client specifications.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams (Process Piping Instrumentation Civil Procurement) during all stages of engineering.
• Provide technical support to procurement and interface with vendors and manufacturers for selection and evaluation of rotating equipment (pumps compressors turbines etc.).
• Review and approve vendor drawings and ensure alignment with project requirements.
• Support design integrity and safety through technical reviews such as HAZOP HAZID SIL 3D Model Reviews etc.
• Assist in resolving technical issues during the project lifecycle.
• Prepare and present engineering progress reports and technical presentations when required.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering with strong emphasis on rotating equipment in the oil & gas sector.
• Proven experience in the engineering phase (FEED detailed engineering detailed design) of large onshore oil and gas projects.
• Experience working on Iraq-based projects is a plus.
• Proficiency in engineering software tools and familiarity with international standards such as API ASME ISO etc.
• Strong understanding of project workflows and document deliverables in the EPC environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team environment.

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