Shift Incharge (Engineer)

Welspun Pipes Company; Dammam; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Welspun Pipes Company seeks a Shift Incharge Engineer to ensure reliable operation of mechanical equipment in ductile iron pipe production. You will lead preventive and corrective maintenance, diagnose issues, and coordinate with production and utilities teams to minimize downtime.

The role involves leading modification projects, managing spare parts, and ensuring safety compliance. Strong troubleshooting, teamwork, and communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5–10 years experience in heavy industry, preferably ductile iron pipes.
• Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement PM schedules for all machinery.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and perform RCA.
• Lead improvement projects to enhance equipment reliability.
• Manage spare parts inventory and coordinate with procurement.
• Ensure safety standards and LOTO procedures are followed.
• Maintain maintenance reports and track KPIs.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Team coordination

Vibration analysis

Hydraulics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Thermography

Pumps & gearboxes

Conveyors systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Shift Incharge Engineer is responsible for ensuring the reliability and availability and efficient performance of all mechanical equipment used in the ductile iron pipe manufacturing process The role involves preventive and corrective maintenance troubleshooting improvement projects and technical support to maintain smooth plant operations

Key Responsibilities

Preventive Predictive Maintenance

Develop and implement preventive maintenance PM schedules for all machinery Conduct condition monitoring vibration temperature lubrication checks Ensure timely servicing to reduce equipment downtime

Mechanical Breakdown Maintenance

Diagnose mechanical failures and perform root-cause analysis RCA Provide quick corrective actions to restore production equipment Coordinate with production and utilities teams during shutdowns

Equipment System Coverage

Responsible for the mechanical upkeep of Melting furnaces and charging equipmentCentrifugal casting machinesAnnealing furnacesPipe handling systems conveyors and transfer linesCutting grinding and finishing machinesMould and core handling systemsHydraulic and pneumatic systemsCooling water systems pumps and gearboxes

Spare Parts Inventory Management

Identify critical spares and maintain adequate stock levels Ensure proper documentation technical drawings Coordinate with procurement for spare parts and vendor support

Safety Compliance

Ensure all maintenance activities follow safety standards and LOTO procedures Participate in daily toolbox talks and safety audits Prepare risk assessments SOPs and equipment safety checks

Continuous Improvement

Suggest and implement improvements to enhance equipment reliability Lead mechanical modification projects and performance upgrades Reduce maintenance costs through optimization

Documentation Reporting

Maintain maintenance reports Prepare daily weekly maintenance reports Track KPIs downtime hours and maintenance cost

Key Skills Competencies

Strong mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Able to handle multi task more then one function Also Training employees to perform different job functions Knowledge of heavy industrial machinery and rotating equipment Expertise in hydraulics pneumatics gearboxes pumps and conveyors Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings Knowledge of predictive maintenance tools vibration analysis thermography Good communication and team coordination skills

Qualifications

Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering 5 10 years experience in heavy industry preferably ductile iron pipes Plant

Work Environment

High-temperature foundry environment with rotating heavy machinery Requires availability during emergency breakdowns Works closely with production utilities instrumentation and safety teams