Mechanical Manager

PT ESSA Industries Indonesia Tbk.; Jawa Tengah; On-site; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Indonesia is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager to oversee the transition to operations and maintain engineering integrity. The role involves leading major projects in the oil & gas sector, requiring extensive experience and strong leadership capabilities, especially in mechanical engineering and project execution.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in oil & gas/petrochemical, including 10+ years leading major projects.
• End-to-end experience from Pre-FEED to operations.
• Strong grasp of international standards (API, ASME, ISO).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mechanical design standards and procedures.
• Lead Pre-FEED/FEED mechanical scope with operational focus.
• Support commissioning and startup, ensuring performance targets are met.

Skills

Expertise in static & rotating equipment

Lifecycle management

Familiarity with maintenance systems

Skilled in interfacing with Licensors

Construction and commissioning experience

Education

Bachelor's in mechanical engineering

Tools

SAP

Digital asset monitoring tools

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager, from Licensor Coordination and FEED to EPC provisional acceptance and care and custody transfer to operations. This role will transition to be the technical authority for operations and maintenance (O&M), handling engineering requests and troubleshooting once the plant is fully operational.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering.
• 15+ years in oil & gas/petrochemical, including 10+ years leading major projects.
• End-to-end experience from Pre-FEED to operations.
• Expertise in static & rotating equipment and lifecycle management.
• Strong grasp of international standards (API, ASME, ISO).
• Hands-on experience in construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Familiarity with maintenance systems (e.g., SAP) and reliability practices.
• Skilled in interfacing with Licensors, EPCs, and Operations.
• EPC tendering experience and a background in plant operations/maintenance are advantageous.
• Experience as a trainer or SME in mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with digital asset and condition monitoring tools.

Job Description:

• Develop and implement mechanical design standards and procedures.
• Lead Pre-FEED/FEED mechanical scope, embedding operational and value-focused practices.
• Coordinate with Licensors and contractors to ensure quality mechanical deliverables.
• Review and approve key documents (data sheets, layouts, specs).
• Oversee design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability assessments, and vendor evaluations.
• Monitor construction quality through inspections and testing.
• Support commissioning and startup, ensuring performance targets are met.
• Manage smooth transition to operations, including documentation and training.
• Provide post-startup engineering support for plant reliability.
• Lead, coach, and develop the mechanical engineering team, focusing on local talent.

About Us

PPT ESSA Industries Indonesia Tbk., formerly PT Surya Esa Perkasa Tbk., underwent a rebrand in 2022 to better align with its vision of leading Indonesia's industrialization. Established in 2006, ESSA started with LPG and Condensate production in Palembang, expanding into ammonia production through its subsidiary, PT Panca Amara Utama, at the Banggai Ammonia Plant in Sulawesi Tengah. The company is now venturing into sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), with site construction beginning in 2025.