Mechanical Engineer - Offshore Oil and Gas

Hindustan Oil Exploration (HOEC); Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hindustan Oil Exploration (HOEC) is seeking a Mechanical Engineer - Offshore in Mumbai. The role focuses on mechanical maintenance of offshore production and marine systems, including preventive, predictive and corrective activities across rotating and static equipment.

The candidate will ensure compliance with API/ASME/ABS standards and coordinate with multi-discipline teams for safe operations. The ideal candidate has 10 years of offshore oil and gas experience, with offshore certifications

Qualifications

• 10+ years of offshore mechanical experience.
• Experience with preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance offshore.
• Strong understanding of rotating and static equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance planning and asset integrity management.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of offshore mechanical equipment including compressors, pumps, separators, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, cranes, diesel engines, ballast systems, HVAC and firefighting systems.
• Inspect, troubleshoot and repair rotating and static equipment; carry out condition monitoring, vibration analysis, alignment, lubrication, seal replacement and RCA to improve reliability.
• Ensure mechanical integrity and statutory compliance of offshore facilities by managing pressure testing, lifting equipment inspections, piping systems, valves, marine structures, corrosion monitoring and maintenance per API, ASME, ABS and company standards.
• Support safe offshore operations by implementing PTW, LOTO, risk assessments, MOC, shutdown planning, spare parts management and coordinating activities with Production, Marine, Electrical and Instrumentation teams.
• Maintain maintenance records and optimize asset performance through CMMS updates, equipment history, preventive maintenance planning, inventory control, contractor supervision and commissioning support.

Skills

Vibration analysis

Root cause analysis

Preventive maintenance

Lubrication management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Job title: Mechanical Engineer - Offshore

Work Location: Mumbai Offshore

Responsibilities:

1. Mechanical Maintenance Offshore MOPU (Production & Marine) – Key Responsibilities

2. Perform preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance of production and marine mechanical equipment, including compressors, pumps, separators, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, cranes, diesel engines, ballast systems, HVAC, firefighting systems and utility equipment to maximize plant availability.

3. Inspect, troubleshoot and repair rotating and static equipment, carrying out condition monitoring, vibration analysis, alignment, lubrication, seal replacement, overhauls and root cause analysis (RCA) to improve equipment reliability and minimize downtime.

4. Ensure mechanical integrity and statutory compliance of offshore facilities by managing pressure testing, lifting equipment inspections, piping systems, valves, marine structures, corrosion monitoring and maintenance activities in accordance with API, ASME, ABS, OEM and company standards.

5. Support safe offshore operations by implementing Permit to Work (PTW), LOTO, risk assessments, Management of Change (MOC), shutdown planning, spare parts management and coordinating maintenance activities with Production, Marine, Electrical and Instrumentation teams.

6. Maintain maintenance records and optimize asset performance through CMMS updates, equipment history, preventive maintenance planning, inventory control, contractor supervision, commissioning support and participation in emergency response and offshore integrity audits.

Education and Work Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10 years of experience in offshore oil and gas, drilling, FPSO, offshore platforms
• Offshore certifications such as BOSIET/FOET, HUET