Mechanical Engineer

Engie; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 30,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mechanical Engineer to oversee maintenance operations at a power and desalination plant. In this pivotal role, you will lead a team of technicians, ensuring compliance with safety standards while maximizing plant availability. Your expertise in troubleshooting and maintenance planning will be essential in supporting major outages and maintaining operational efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team in a fast-paced environment, where your technical skills and leadership will make a significant impact on plant performance and safety.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in mechanical engineering in power plants.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance planning and execution.

Responsibilities

• Supervise maintenance technicians to ensure safety and compliance.
• Plan and execute maintenance tasks according to OEM manuals.
• Provide technical guidance and training to staff.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Maintenance Management

Safety Compliance

Troubleshooting

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CMMS

HSE Procedures

Job description

Position Specification

Division : Maintenance

Section : Mechanical

Title : Mechanical Engineer

Grade :

Reporting To : Lead Mechanical Engineer

Reported By : Foreman

Qualification : B.E or above

Experience / Age

2-3 years / 25-35 years

External Hiring Criteria

B.E or above. 3-5 years of experience at the same position in a similar technology power plant.

Internal Promotion Criteria

Position Summary :

The Mechanical Engineer will be accountable for supervising a team of maintenance technicians and support staff to carry out daily mechanical maintenance activities at the power and desalination plant. Responsibilities include supporting major outages via the gas turbine long-term service agreement, and ensuring the plant meets safety, environmental, availability, reliability, efficiency, and budget targets.

Functions / Tasks :

1. Safety at Work
2. Ensure compliance with IMS and maintain a safe working environment for all personnel and contractors.
3. Obtain Permits to Work as required.
4. Follow Method Statements, Work Instructions, and Procedures.
5. Ensure availability of necessary tools for safe work.
6. Supervise technicians and contractors to follow safety and HSE procedures.
7. Report unsafe conditions.

Maintenance Task Planning and Execution

1. Ensure completion of maintenance tasks as per Work Orders in CMMS.
2. Document work done in CMMS.
3. Produce reports on maintenance activities.
4. Plan maintenance according to OEM manuals and best practices.
5. Coordinate with Lead Engineer for scheduling maintenance.
6. Review and suggest improvements for Maintenance Procedures.

Equipment Failure Troubleshooting and Repair

1. Support 24-hour operations with availability for call-outs.
2. Reduce equipment downtime and maximize plant availability.
3. Perform troubleshooting and rectify failures.
4. Report rectification activities to Lead Engineer.
5. Generate failure reports and perform Root Cause Analysis.
6. Collaborate with plant operations on mechanical issues.

Reporting, Planning, and Budgeting

1. Discuss job plans with Lead Engineer.
2. Assist in outage planning and execution.
3. Support budget preparation processes.

Spares, Consumables, and Tools

1. Maintain adequate inventory of spares and consumables.
2. Requisition necessary spares and consumables.
3. Ensure tools and equipment are available and certified.
4. Maintain tools and equipment in good condition.

Technical Advice Provision

1. Provide technical guidance to colleagues and contractors.
2. Review and update equipment task lists.
3. Address inconsistencies in CMMS scheduling and documentation.

Staff Development

1. Coach technicians on mechanical equipment and safety procedures.
2. Deliver technical training on various plant components and maintenance techniques.

Frameworks, Boundaries, & Decision-Making Authority

1. Operate under guidance of Lead Engineer for routine issues.
2. Manage own activities within policy boundaries.
3. Refer extraordinary issues outside policies to Engineering Manager/Lead Engineer.

Accountable for Outcomes :

• Safety compliance, incident frequency, and near misses.
• Work order closure, work quality, and report accuracy.
• Troubleshooting efficiency and root cause analysis.
• Outage planning accuracy and budget forecasts.
• Availability of spares, tools, and documentation quality.
• Technicians' skill level and work quality.
• Staff feedback.

Business Unit : GBU Flexible Gen & Retail

Division : Thermal AMEA - KSA

Legal Entity : JUBAIL O&M COMPANY LIMITED

Professional Experience : Skilled (> 3 years)

Education Level : Bachelor's Degree