Senior Mechanical Engineer

NES GLOBAL PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

NES GLOBAL PTE. LTD. is seeking a Project Senior Mechanical Engineer to drive the preparation, execution and close-out of mechanical work packages for FPSO life extension, overhaul and recertification activities.

You will supervise yard execution, coordinate with shipyards and contractors, and ensure work meets safety, quality, schedule and cost targets. The role requires deep mechanical engineering expertise, hands-on shipyard experience, and a strong ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams

Qualifications

• FPSO project experience
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering
• Proven experience as Mechanical Work Package Owner or responsible for work package execution
• Hands-on shipyard supervision and ability to coordinate with contractors and sub-contractors
• Experience with FPSO upgrades, life extension, overhaul, maintenance or recertification projects
• Strong knowledge of offshore/marine regulations and DNV Class requirements

Responsibilities

• Act as Mechanical Work Package Owner for FPSO overhaul, life extension, repair and recertification scopes from engineering preparation through execution, completion and close-out
• Develop detailed yard work packs with scope, drawings, materials, and testing requirements
• Provide hands-on supervision of mechanical work within a shipyard environment to ensure safety, quality, and schedule compliance
• Coordinate daily with shipyard supervisors, contractors, engineering teams and project management
• Monitor progress, identify delays and constraints, and implement solutions to maintain productivity
• Review and approve technical solutions, repair methods and modifications per standards
• Support completion, punch-list, commissioning, testing and handover of work scopes
• Prepare and supervise overhaul, inspection, NDT, pressure testing, leak testing and recertification activities

Job description

As Project Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will be responsible for the preparation, execution and close-out of mechanical work packages for FPSO life extension, overhaul, repair and recertification activities. The role combines engineering expertise with hands-on shipyard supervision, acting as the designated Mechanical Work Package Owner and ensuring that all activities are delivered safely, effi-ciently and in accordance with project requirements.

You will prepare and manage life extension yard work packages covering the overhaul and recertifi-cation of existing mechanical equipment on the FPSO. During the shipyard phase, you will supervise execution of these scopes, coordinate with contractors and shipyard disciplines, resolve technical is-sues and ensure that work is completed to the required quality, schedule and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Mechanical Work Package Owner for assigned FPSO overhaul, life extension, repair and recertification scopes from engineering preparation through execution, mechanical completion and close-out.
• Develop detailed yard work packs, including scope definition, drawings, specifications, mate-rial requirements, inspection and testing requirements, method statements and completion documentation.
• Provide hands-on technical supervision of mechanical work scopes within a shipyard envi-ronment, ensuring work is executed safely, efficiently and in accordance with approved engi-neering and project requirements.
• Coordinate daily with shipyard supervisors, contractors, subcontractors, engineering teams, inspection personnel and project management to ensure effective execution of work packag-es.
• Monitor work progress, identify potential delays and technical constraints, and implement practical solutions to maintain project schedule and productivity.
• Review and approve technical solutions, repair methods, modifications and maintenance scopes in accordance with applicable regulatory, class and company standards.
• Support mechanical completion, punch-list management, commissioning, testing and final handover of completed work scopes.
• Prepare and supervise overhaul, inspection, NDT, pressure testing, leak testing, FAT and recertification activities for mechanical equipment and piping systems.
• Ensure compliance with DNV Class requirements, applicable legislation, engineering stand-ards, HSE requirements and company procedures.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching and mentoring to engineers, supervisors, new staff and offshore personnel.
• Support troubleshooting, condition monitoring and root cause analysis for mechanical equip-ment and systems.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, shipyard personnel, suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Contribute to HSE, quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the shipyard execution phase.

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience with rotating machinery, including gas turbines/generators, gas com-pressors, diesel engines, electric generators, pumps and cranes.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical integrity, piping systems, valves, flange management and associated inspection and testing requirements.
• Experience with pipe and vessel repair methods, material selection, NDT requirements and pressure/leak testing.
• Experience preparing and witnessing equipment Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT).
• Experience with equipment preservation, including static and rotating equipment, and preparation of preservation strategies and procedures.
• Experience supporting FPSO decommissioning, disconnect and yard mobilisation activities.
• Experience developing and implementing condition monitoring, maintenance, inspection and procurement strategies.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical issues and develop fit-for-purpose repair and modification solutions.
• Experience working within a regulated offshore/shipyard environment with strong focus on mechanical integrity and process safety.

Requirements & Qualifications

• FPSO project experience
• North Sea Oil & Gas experience
• Experience supporting an operational FPSO asset
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience as a Mechanical Engineer, preferably within the offshore oil & gas, FPSO, marine, EPC or shipyard industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent recognised engineering qualifica-tion.
• Proven experience as a Mechanical Work Package Owner or Mechanical Engineer responsible for work package execution on major offshore, FPSO, marine or shipyard projects.
• Demonstrated hands-on shipyard experience, including supervision of contractors and sub-contractors during overhaul, repair, modification, fabrication, installation, testing and commissioning activities.
• Strong experience with FPSO upgrades, life extension, overhaul, maintenance, repair and/or recertification projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary EPC/project environment and coordinate mechanical activities with structural, piping, electrical, instrumentation, commissioning and HSE disciplines.
• Strong knowledge of DNV Class requirements, mechanical integrity standards and applicable offshore/marine regulations.