Production Engineer

PIPECARE Group; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pipeline inspection services firm located in Dhahran Compound, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Production Engineer to manage workshop operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting up workshop procedures, ensuring raw material availability, and overseeing production plans. Applicants should have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Technology and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as Assistant Workshop Manager / Production Manager.
• Flexible with work hours and timings.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Set up the workshop and implement stock control systems.
• Assist in running production lines and managing manpower.
• Ensure raw material availability based on sales forecasts.

Skills

Leadership skills

Strong command of English

Budgeting skills

GMP / Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology

Job description

PIPECARE is looking for a professional and experienced Production Engineer to join their organization. Candidates who can join immediately with past experience as Production Engineer have added advantage.

Job Functions, Responsibilities & Authorities

• Set up the workshop and implement systems for physical and digital stock control, asset movement monitoring, and organized procurement.
• Assist in running the facility, production lines, machines and manpower to deliver the final product based on company procedures and work process flow.
• Ensure raw material is available at the workshop based on minimum stock quantity and commercial projects plan, considering sales forecast input to secure the raw material.
• Assist in preparing and managing the production plan through digital production on ERP.
• Create yearly or quarterly budget for running the workshop.
• Maintain weekly/monthly reports for the workshop through digital production on ERP.
• Resolve technical issues on all production lines: polyurethane, mechanical production, electronics, and assembly.
• Ensure each production line has a conveyor system plan, input and output, and a workshop manager to implement the conveyor system.
• Prepare BOM based on mechanical/electronic design.
• Procure all needed material for production line.
• Plan and execute all shipments for production, raw material, or final products; ensure no miss and all activities are under direct control.
• Follow up with supply chain personnel to ensure workshop store has all required raw material.
• Implement production and improvement plans at all times.
• Report all technical and workshop running tasks to the Sr. Production Manager or Production Director.
• Approve material request/service request on ERP to secure necessary production materials and maintain minimum stock.
• Optimize utilization of resources: machinery, manpower, utilities, consumables.
• Coordinate workshop activities to complete jobs within allocated time frame, quality parameters, class requirements and budgeted cost.
• Develop and implement procedures for requisition of bill of materials and other resources; liaise with sub‑contractors for material and payments.
• Manage budgets for purchases of materials, fixings, fastenings, and machine tools to ensure smooth project progression.
• Develop and implement a system for regular maintenance service of machinery and breakdown related activities.
• Submit all required documentation: damage reports, repair procedures, quality tests and results, completion reports, additional work reports.
• Keep daily attendance and sickness records and detailed work logs for project costing and traceability.
• Maintain a database of purchased work and by whom for traceability at material and component level.
• Ensure quality of work: perform incoming and outgoing inspection on all parts and assemblies or delegate it.
• Maintain safe working practices, keep COSHH information up to date, and ensure all personnel are conversant with it.
• Keep all procedures and work instructions updated.
• Protect company assets, resources, manpower, buildings, machines, vehicles.
• Monitor departmental KPIs.
• Manage manpower of production line; evaluate team performance and productivity monthly.
• Manage work orders correctly.
• Work closely with the quality department to address any NCRs.
• Run daily meetings and weekly briefings to keep teams focused.
• Ensure safety of workshop personnel; provide safe workplace, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Implement 5S and other HSEQ standards within the workshop.
• Conduct final checks for all tools and spares before release to project sites; ensure checklists are signed.
• Handle administrative work on workshop rent, utilities management, part‑time hiring of lifting equipment, vehicles, and manpower support.
• Take disciplinary actions against parties not following the process, especially when affecting:
  • Asset value
  • Tool quality
  • Safety
  • Reporting
• Ensure tools and spare parts are stored in proper condition and suitable environment.

Competency Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Technology, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering background or Production Engineer.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience as Assistant Workshop Manager / Assistant Production Manager.
• Advanced GMP / Lean manufacturing training and implementation skills.
• Strong command of English and excellent communication skills.
• Must be flexible with work hours & timings.
• Leadership skills.
• KPIs:
  • Budget adherence
  • No. of rejected outgoing tools/spares (not higher than 3%)
  • No. of rejected incoming spares/tools (not higher than 3%)
  • 0 Human/environmental accidents in workshop
  • Accomplishment of tasks in time

KPI monitoring frequency: once Monthly.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Mobility: Must walk and climb to perform duties, including maneuvering within a refinery or plant environment and accessing elevated platforms via ladders and stairwells.
• Communication: Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing to communicate effectively.
• Focus and Multitasking: Ability to maintain focus and multitask effectively.
• Safety Equipment: Must wear safety equipment as required by the safety department for personal protection when needed.
• Personal Mobility and Reflexes: Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes to perform office duties and travel to off‑site locations when necessary.

About PIPECARE Group

PIPECARE Group offers comprehensive In‑Line Inspection Services to identify and size pipeline threats, utilizing advanced technologies such as Magnetic Flux Leakage, Transverse Field Inspection, Ultrasound, and specialized tools. PIPECARE ensures precise detection and assessment of various pipeline anomalies.

What We Do

PIPECARE provides In‑Line Inspection Services to locate, identify, and size threats, supporting integrity management requirements.

Inspection Technologies

• Magnetic Flux Leakage (MFL): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss anomalies, especially circumferentially oriented.
• Transverse Field Inspection (TFI): Detects and sizes general corrosion and metal loss anomalies, primarily axially oriented.
• Ultrasound (UT): Detects and sizes general and other metal loss anomalies with high depth sizing accuracy.
• Ultrasonic Crack Detection: Detects and sizes cracks and colonies of cracks.
• Caliper (Geometry): Detects and sizes deviations in the ideal circular shape of a pipeline (dents, ovalities, wrinkles, etc.).

Specialized Tools and Technologies

• Combo Tools: Use multiple measurement systems in various combinations.
• Specialized Tubing Technologies: Designed for Furnace and Downhole Operations.

Equal Opportunity Employer: We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.