Rotating Equipment Engineer (Diesel Engine Specialist) Saudi Arabia

Eram Talent; Al Jubayl; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Eram Talent is seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer focused on industrial diesel engines for overhaul engineering, diagnostics, and performance testing in oil and gas applications.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and reliability improvements across mechanical systems, turbochargers, fuel injection, and controls. Strong OEM software and vibration analysis skills are required for critical mission success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Marine, or Power Engineering.
• Total experience of 15+ years in engine/rotating equipment engineering.
• Minimum 8 years hands-on experience in industrial diesel-engine overhaul, diagnostics, and performance testing.
• Strong expertise in diesel-engine mechanical systems, fuel injection, turbochargers, cooling, lubrication, governors, controls, and protection systems.
• Hands-on experience with OEM diagnostic software, borescope inspection, vibration analysis, dynamometer/testing, and RCA.
• Ability to interpret OEM manuals, technical specs, engine test curves, alarm logs, and ECU data.

Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise diesel-engine overhauls, including inspection, repair scope, and component clearances.
• Troubleshoot diesel-engine mechanical systems and electronic controls.
• Ensure proper engine assembly, timing, torque settings, and OEM specification compliance.
• Conduct dynamometer and load testing to evaluate performance, vibration, temperature, and emissions.
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations with corrective actions.
• Review OEM manuals and test results to ensure safe engine operation.

Skills

Diesel engines

Rotating equipment

Troubleshooting

Diagnostics

Root cause analysis

Dynamometer testing

Vibration analysis

OEM manuals

Electronic controls

Torque settings

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

OEM diagnostic software

Borescope inspection tools

Dynamometer equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Rotating Equipment Engineer specializing in industrial diesel engines to join the Mechanical Services Shops. The role focuses on diesel-engine overhaul engineering, troubleshooting, diagnostics, performance testing, repair planning, and root cause analysis (RCA) for engines used in oil and gas applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and supervise diesel-engine overhauls, including inspection, repair scope, dimensional checks, and component clearances.
• Troubleshoot diesel-engine mechanical systems, fuel injection, turbochargers, cooling, lubrication, governors, electronic controls, and protection systems.
• Ensure proper engine assembly, quality control, timing, torque settings, and compliance with OEM specifications.
• Conduct dynamometer and load testing to evaluate engine performance, vibration, temperature, pressure, emissions, and fuel consumption.
• Perform failure analysis and root cause investigations, recommending corrective actions and reliability improvements.
• Review OEM manuals, technical specifications, test results, and diagnostic data to ensure safe and reliable engine operation.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Marine, or Power Engineering from a recognized and approved program.
• Total Experience: Minimum 15 years of experience in engine or rotating equipment engineering .
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 8 years of hands-on experience in industrial diesel-engine overhaul, diagnostics, and performance testing .
• Strong expertise in diesel-engine mechanical systems, fuel injection, turbochargers, cooling, lubrication, governors, controls, and protection systems.
• Hands-on experience with OEM diagnostic software, borescope inspection, vibration analysis, dynamometer or load-bank testing, and root cause analysis.
• Ability to interpret OEM manuals, technical specifications, engine test curves, alarm logs, and electronic control data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant OEM diesel-engine training and certifications.
• Mobius vibration analysis certification.
• ICML MLA I or equivalent lubrication certification.