STATIC MECHANICAL ENGINEER

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

We are seeking an experienced Static Mechanical Engineer to join our team supporting the design and of a largescale onshore oil and gas project in the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the engineering sector with a particular focus on static mechanical design including pressure vessels heat exchangers boilers and other static equipment. The candidate should have a solid background in Detailed Engineering working to ensure that static mechanical systems meet the projects technical and safety standards.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the design and engineering of static mechanical equipment such as pressure vessels heat exchangers tanks piping and other critical infrastructure for oil and gas facilities.
• Develop and review detailed engineering deliverables including drawings datasheets calculations and specifications for static mechanical systems.
• Perform mechanical design calculations (e.g. stress analysis material selection pressure design) to ensure compliance with relevant industry codes and standards (e.g. ASME API ASME VIII ASME B31.3.
• Review and approve vendor documentation for static equipment ensuring it aligns with project requirements and industry standards.
• Collaborate with other engineering disciplines (civil electrical instrumentation) to ensure the integration and proper functioning of static mechanical systems within the overall project.
• Provide technical support during the construction commissioning and startup phases of the project ensuring smooth installation and operation of static equipment.
• Participate in hazard analysis and risk assessments related to the design fabrication and operation of static equipment.
• Review and optimize static equipment designs for operational efficiency reliability and costeffectiveness.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers ensuring the effective completion of tasks and adherence to engineering standards.
• Ensure all designs comply with local regulations and international industry codes (API ASME ISO).
• Support the preparation of procurement documents ensuring equipment specifications are clear and meet project requirements.
• Review and monitor the quality control processes during fabrication and installation of static equipment.
• Assist in the troubleshooting and resolution of technical issues related to static mechanical systems during project .

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Masters degree preferred).
• Upto 510 years of experience in static mechanical engineering within the oil and gas industry particularly in onshore projects.
• Extensive experience in detailed engineering design for static mechanical systems including pressure vessels heat exchangers tanks and piping.
• Strong knowledge of industry codes and standards such as ASME API and ISO related to static mechanical equipment.
• Proficient in mechanical design software such as AutoCAD CAESAR II or similar tools.
• Handson experience with design calculations and stress analysis for static equipment.
• Strong understanding of material selection corrosion protection and fabrication techniques for static mechanical systems.
• Ability to lead and manage technical teams ensuring highquality work and adherence to schedules.
• Fluent in English both written and spoken; knowledge of Arabic is a plus.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Detailoriented with a focus on delivering highquality accurate engineering work.
• Excellent communication skills both technical and interpersonal.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and communicate across different functions.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight project deadlines.
• Experience working in the Middle East particularly in onshore oil and gas projects is highly desirable.