Mechanical Engineer

Deka Minas Pty Ltd; Secunda; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Petrochemical industry seeks a Mechanical Engineer specializing in asset integrity. The role requires 8-15 years of experience, with a focus on instrumentation, mechanical assessments, and compliance with industry standards. You'll be tasked with supporting major turnarounds and playing a crucial role in ensuring mechanical integrity and safety standards.

Qualifications

• 8-15 years of experience in Refinery, NGLF, or Petrochemical industries.
• Preferably certified in API-510, API-570, API-653.
• Strong knowledge of ASME, API, NACE, ASTM, ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for instrumentation and control systems.
• Conduct mechanical integrity assessments on static equipment.
• Develop repair procedures for hydrocarbon leak repairs.

Skills

Mechanical Integrity Assessments

Instrumentation and Control Systems

Mechanical Calculations

Piping Design

Incident Investigations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Engineering Software

Job description

Please note this position is based in the Middle East

Job Description

We are seeking a

Mechanical Engineer

specializing in

asset integrity of stationary equipment

within the

Refinery, NGLF, or Petrochemical industry . The ideal candidate will have

8-15 years of experience , with at least

5-10 years of field experience

in major turnarounds and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

Provide support for

instrumentation and control systems , including

valves, relief systems, flow measurement, gas metering, vibration monitoring, and compressor controls .

Conduct

mechanical integrity assessments

piping, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and fire heaters .

Perform

mechanical calculations

piping stress, pressure vessel stability, and fitness-for-service evaluations .

Develop

repair procedures

static equipment and hydrocarbon leak repairs .

Review and approve

engineering design packages

piping modifications and plant improvements .

Support

turnaround and shutdown activities , ensuring compliance with industry codes and safety standards.

Participate in

incident investigations, HAZOP studies, and plant reliability assessments .

Act as

Subject Matter Expert (SME)

piping design and mechanical engineering standards .

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree

Mechanical Engineering .

8-15 years

of experience in

Refinery, NGLF, or Petrochemical industries .

Strong knowledge of

ASME, API, NACE, ASTM, ISO

standards.

Preferably certified in

API-510, API-570, API-653 .

Proficiency in

engineering software

for mechanical calculations and analysis.