Lead Mechanical Engineer

FDC Utilities, Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 700,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

FDC Utilities Inc. is seeking a senior mechanical engineer to lead FEED activities for boiler, steam turbine and BOP systems.

The role involves reviewing specifications, designs, and control philosophies, and coordinating with EPC contractors to ensure installation and testing meet standards. Candidates should have 7–9 years in power or oil & gas sectors, hold a PE license, and be willing to travel across Luzon, Visayas, or Mindanao.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering with a valid professional license (RME/PME).
• 7–9 years of experience in power, energy, and oil & gas projects (PM/OM emphasis).
• Willing to travel to sites across Luzon, Visayas or Mindanao as required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct FEED for boiler, steam turbine and BOP mechanical systems.
• Review technical specs, proposals, designs, drawings and control philosophies.

Skills

FEED experience

Project management

Vibration testing

Reliability improvement

Education

Bachelor in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Licensed Engineer (RME/PME)

Job description

FILINVEST COMPANY:FDC Utilities Inc.

WORKING SCHEDULE:MONDAY-FRIDAY (7:00AM - 4:00PM or 8:00AM - 5PM)

OFFICE LOCATION:29th Floor, PBCom Tower 6795 Ayala Avenue Cor. V.A. Rufino St. Salcedo Village, Makati City, Metro Manila

EMPLOYMENT TYPE:PROBATIONARY

JOB SUMMARY:

• Conduct Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) for Boiler, Steam Turbine, and Balance of Plant (BOP) mechanical systems.

• Review technical specifications, proposals, designs, drawings, and control philosophies.

• Evaluate EPC contractors' mechanical equipment, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

• Inspect mechanical equipment installation, including mounting, balancing, alignment, and compliance with industry standards.

• Perform vibration, thermal, pressure, and operational tests and recommend corrective actions to prevent equipment failures.

• Analyze mechanical system performance and recommend improvements for reliability and efficiency.

• Monitor project installation and commissioning timelines and recommend measures to prevent delays.

• Participate in Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), site acceptance tests, and commissioning activities.

• Develop operations and maintenance procedures for mechanical equipment and systems.

• Evaluate plant performance and recommend heat rate and reliability improvements.

• Analyze equipment failures and conduct studies for the redesign or reconfiguration of Boiler, Steam Turbine, and BOP systems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, must be a licensed engineer.Registered Mechanical Engineer (RME) / PME (Professional Mechanical Engineer).

• At least 7 - 9 years of experience in power, energy industry, and oil and gas projects (project management and operations and maintenance)

• Willing to do visit site anywhere in Luzon, Visayas, or Mindanao, depending on business requirements.(Main Office Location: Makati City)