Head of Mechanical Engineering (Static Equipment)

NES Fircroft; Qatar; On-site; QAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering staffing provider in Qatar is seeking an experienced engineer to oversee the design and installation for mechanical works related to LPG and condensate storage tanks. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and have at least 10 years of engineering experience, including 6 years within the Oil & Gas sector. Strong project management and technical skills are essential for this role, along with proficiency in relevant engineering standards.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in Engineering roles, including 6 years in the Oil & Gas Industry.
• 2 years' experience in a supervisory or oversight role.
• Broad knowledge in project planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and installation for all mechanical works for LPG and Condensate storage tanks.
• Provide oversight to the FEED and EPC Contractors.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements in delivery of all technical documents.

Skills

Fluent in written and oral English

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Coordination skills

Planning skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

ASME standards

API standards

TEMA standards

Job description

Job Specification

Responsible for overseeing the design and installation for all mechanical works mainly for LPG and Condensate storage tanks and for solid sulphur handling scope part of NFW Offplot development program, providing oversight to the FEED and EPC Contractors in delivery of all technical requirements and disciplined documents developed during FEED and EPC fully comply with project requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Knowledge and/or Experience

• 10 years' experience in Engineering roles, including 6 years in the Oil & Gas Industry, and including 2 years' experience in a supervisory or acting role, or oversight of contractor/subcontractors/service/vendor personnel.
• Extensive experience with Oil & Gas Companies, EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, or service companies involved in the oil and gas industry.
• Broad experience and demonstrated competence in managing across all phases of project execution including start up and handover, and managing technical issues.
• Broad knowledge in project planning, scheduling, cost control, project gating system, project execution plan, risk management, change management, interface management, commissioning, and hand over processes/procedures.
• Extensive knowledge across engineering disciplines, international engineering standards, specifications, design, and execution methodologies.
• Strong experience with risk assessment approach in decision making.
• Proven experience in technology adoption and implementation of continuous improvement.
• Experience in designing pressure vessels, heat exchangers, columns, and storage tanks, and familiarity with relevant software and standards such as ASME, API, and TEMA.

Technical and Business Skills

• Fluent in written and oral English.
• Strong analytical, organisational, coordination and planning skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact / interface at all levels.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite of software programs, etc.
• Deep knowledge of industry codes, standards and practices for machinery discipline.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.