Project Engineer, KSA

KCA DEUTAG; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Project Engineer to join their team in Dammam. The role involves providing mechanical solutions, coordinating construction projects, and mentoring junior engineers. Candidates should possess experience in mechanical/structural design and be capable of handling diverse project responsibilities. This position offers opportunities to engage with regional fabrication facilities and apply technical expertise in field settings.

Benefits

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement benefits

Family leave

Vacation leave

Qualifications

• Proven experience in mechanical/structural design.
• Experience with drilling rig design is beneficial.
• Familiarity with hydraulic systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical solutions for various projects on rig components.
• Mentor junior engineers and advise across the company.
• Coordinate construction projects with local fabricators.

Skills

Mechanical design

Structural design

Project management

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

A Project Engineer to join our team at H&P, to be based at our Dammam base in Saudi Arabia.

Job title: Project Engineer

Contract Type: Permanent

*Applicants must be Saudi nationals in accordance with local labour regulations.

One Team. One Journey.

At H&P, our people are our strength

Opportunity for all

As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage applicants from all and are happy to make any reasonable adjustments you need during the recruitment process. We value all our people and their contributions and recognise the benefits we gain from the diversity that exists amongst our teams.

What we offer

• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Retired benefits
• Family leave
• Vacation leave

Application process

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You and the role

As a member of the Middle East Engineering Support team, the candidate will work on design projects, site layouts, in-field supervision and oversight of installations and advise on structural and mechanical repairs. The candidate will be expected to work closely with regional and operational managers to ensure H&P’s engineering needs are met for Middle East operations. The candidate will work seamlessly with other engineers, drafting and field inspectors to accomplish the task at hand. The engineer will supply drawings, advisory and answer any engineering related requests from the district and field personnel. As a Project Engineer, the candidate will be expected to work hand in hand with the Eastern Hemisphere Engineering team to assist with in field audits, data gathering and other field-based assistance.

Primary responsibilities

• Provide mechanical solutions for various projects on all rig components.
• Value engineer existing build programs as well as in-field upgrades.
• Coordinate construction projects with local fabricators.
• Design new mechanical equipment, hydraulic arrangements and analyse current builds for modification projects.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with H&P’s primary fabrication facilities regionally.
• Formalize technical reports from design analysis.
• Provide technical support for operations on structural repairs, in field upgrades as well as CAT III & IV inspections.
• Mentor junior engineers and be available to advise cross functionally throughout the company.

Experience

• Proven experience of mechanical/structural design, strong ability to perform and organize hand calculations and computer aided design analysis.
• Experience with drilling rig design is beneficial.
• Familiar with AISC design practices
• Familiarity with API specification and recommended practices is beneficial
• Knowledgeable on general structural steel fabrication practices, welding and improving fabrication drawings
• Familiar with hydraulic systems
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and CAD software is beneficial.

Behaviour and Skills

• Strong ability to lead projects and be a self-starter.
• Team player with a service attitude
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work and communicate with office, shop, and oil field personnel
• In-country and regional travel required to fabrication facilities, assembly facilities, and rig locations.