Senior Static Mechanical Engineer – Onshore Oil & Gas

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced Static Mechanical Engineer to support the design of a large-scale onshore oil and gas project. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in static mechanical design, focusing on pressure vessels and other critical equipment. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, collaborating with other engineering disciplines, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in the Middle East while mentoring junior engineers.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in static mechanical engineering within the oil and gas industry.
• Hands-on experience with design calculations and stress analysis for static equipment.
• Fluent in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and engineering of static mechanical equipment.
• Review and optimize static equipment designs for operational efficiency.
• Provide technical support during project construction and commissioning.

Skills

Static mechanical design expertise

Experience with pressure vessels

Strong analytical skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

CAESAR II

Job description

A leading engineering firm in the UAE is seeking an experienced Static Mechanical Engineer to support the design of a large-scale onshore oil and gas project. The ideal candidate will have 5-10 years of experience in static mechanical design, focusing on pressure vessels and other critical equipment. Responsibilities include leading design efforts, collaborating with other engineering disciplines, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting projects in the Middle East while mentoring junior engineers.