Mechanical Engineer

Guardian Industries; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Al Jubail is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to enhance operations through automation and process improvements. The role involves troubleshooting and managing projects within a collaborative team environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant industry experience.

Qualifications

• Proven practical experience in industrial environments.
• Solid understanding of equipment safety systems.
• Hands-on experience in continuous process automation plants.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-floor engineering support to operations and maintenance.
• Execute capital projects including upgrades to plant systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.

Skills

Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills

Proficient in reading pneumatic and hydraulic schematics

Good communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Your Job

Guardian Industries is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team at the Al Jubail plant in Saudi Arabia.

In this role, you will bring a project-focused mindset and play a crucial role in maintaining safe, reliable operations. You will help transform the plant by adding automation, upgrading facilities, and implementing process and safety improvements.

Our Team

We are a principled-based company that relies heavily on teamwork and ingenuity. We pride ourselves on being the partner of choice for our internal and external customers.

The site employs over 250 staff and produces Float Glass, Vacuum Coating Glass, and Wet Coating Glass.

What You Will Do

• Provide on-the-floor engineering support to operations and maintenance to understand equipment performance, troubleshoot issues promptly, and evaluate system capabilities.
• Participate actively in fostering a safety culture where employees address unsafe conditions and behaviors, and contribute suggestions for improvements.
• Execute capital projects, including upgrades to plant systems, process equipment, and transformation initiatives.
• Generate mechanical requirements and estimates for projects and equipment upgrades.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success.
• Oversee installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of manufacturing equipment such as conveying systems, automated stacking equipment, batching operations, and combustion furnaces.
• Read, modify, and create technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated models.
• Provide training and technical support to Maintenance and Production Departments.
• Investigate equipment failures and recommend solutions to improve manufacturing processes.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Proven practical experience in industrial environments.
• Solid understanding of equipment safety systems.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting pneumatic and hydraulic schematics.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting skills for equipment like conveyors, air compressors, fans, mixers, chillers, cooling towers, R/O & DI plants, and generators.
• Hands-on experience in continuous process automation plants.
• Experience leading projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of fluid systems, including air, cooling water, and pure water systems.
• Good communication skills in English.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities efficiently.
• Experience with AutoCAD or other CAD software.
• Practical mechanical design, fabrication, and manufacturing support experience.
• Background in preventative and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Knowledge of NFPA codes and piping standards.