Mechanical Specialist 1

Bechtel; Gqeberha; On-site; ZAR 700 000 - 850 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Mechanical Lead in South Africa to oversee mechanical testing and pre-commissioning at an acidic water treatment plant. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of industrial project experience, with a focus on acidic water systems and strong knowledge of machinery protocols. Responsibilities include supervising tests, ensuring safety compliance, and managing technical documentation. This role requires a strong educational background in mechanical engineering and the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in industrial projects, at least 3 years in acidic water treatment.
• Experience in pre-commissioning and commissioning of electromechanical systems.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3, API 610 standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical tests and monitor their execution.
• Supervise subsystem test groups to ensure quality and safety.
• Review and approve work permits with ES&H department.

Skills

Hydrostatic testing

Vibration analysis

Dynamic balancing

Laser alignment

Calibration of filters

Multidisciplinary team management

Education

Degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical or Process Engineering

Tools

SKF Microlog Analyzer

Fluke 810 Diagnostic Technology

Navisworks

Job description

Requisition ID: 290304

• Relocation Authorized: None
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
• Work Location: Yanacocha

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.

Yanacocha Water Treatment Plant (WTP):

Located 800 km northeast of Lima, Peru, Yanacocha is South America’s largest gold mine. The WTP Project consists of two of the largest acid water treatment plants in South America (the West one with capacity of 3,000 m3/hour and the East one with 2,700 m3/hour). Early works are currently being performed on site, preparing the permanent platforms and laydown areas for the East and West plants, in addition to the Class 2 estimate, Level 3 schedule and Execution Plan.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will be responsible for leading a work team and executing tests in the area of the mechanical discipline of the pre-commissioning project of acidic water treatment plants, considering remote pumping of acidic water from leaching wells to acidic water treatment plants containing ultrafiltration processes, reverse osmosis, active media filters, high density sludge (HDS), oxidation reactors, lime plants, pumps (submersible, multi-stage, centrifuges, vertical and screws), industrial air compressors and instrumentation assuming the technical and functional responsibility for the requirements of electromechanical and safety equipment. You will work in an integrated way with other disciplines (processes, instrumentation, control, electrical and ES&H), ensuring that all pre-commissioning, vacuum and water activities are executed with safety, efficiency and reliability standards.

Major Responsibilities:

• Ensuring accurate monitoring in the execution of all mechanical tests.
• Supervising the subsystem test groups with safety, quality and effectiveness to enable the functionality of the mechanical equipment with their respective corresponding test protocol records; high multidisciplinary coordination with other processes, instrumentation, control, electrical, piping and ES&H specialists (safety, health and environment).
• Ensuring compliance with the pre-operation check standards of mechanically operated equipment with their respective data logging, safety protocols and regulatory requirements for mechanical equipment for the assembly of CRP folders.
• Reviewing, validating and approving the authorization and work permits with the ES&H area of the acidic water treatment project.
• Validating and approving technical documentation of vendor reports, validation of water test reports (water run) with their respective functional parameters Measurement Checklist.
• Solving engineering problems related to the specialty by applying agile methodologies.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Requires degree in Mechanical, Metallurgical or Process Engineering with +5 years of experience in industrial projects and at least 3 years in acidic water treatment plants.
• Experience in pre-commissioning, and commissioning of electromechanical systems. In acidic water projects: participation in design engineering, assembly and commissioning of pumps, submersibles, by stages, centrifuges, vertical, self-cleaning filters, Ultrafiltration, Reverse Osmosis, HDS (high density sludge processes) and lime slurry preparation plants.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Standards: ASME B31.3, API 610, API 650, AWWA/ANSI C651, ISO 9001/14001/45001.
• Solid knowledge in mechanical protocols: hydrostatic testing, flushing, laser alignment, vibration, dynamic balancing, vacuum and water testing.
• Knowledge of the functionality of multi-stage, centrifugal and submersible pumps, filtration systems self-cleaning filters, ultrafiltration, reverse osmosis, filters (cartridge, sand/active), air compressors, exchangers, tanks, pipes (stainless steel, HDPE, PVC), control/relief/check valves.
• Solid knowledge in the use of vibration equipment (SKF Microlog Analyzer dBX CMVA 90-M-CK-SL- Standard Version), Vibration Analyzer with fluke 810 Diagnostic Technology, laser alignment (SKF Professional wireless laser Axis alignment System TKSA 71), V-belt alignment tools and red laser pulley, belt frequency meters.
• Vacuum commissioning: vibration recording, mechanical alignment, free rotation, lubrication tests, equipment registration.
• Commissioning with water: hydraulic tests, flow/pressure verification, calibration of filters and backwashes, leak tightness tests.
• Managed multidisciplinary teams ranging from 10 to 20 members.
• Mandatory computer skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Navisworks freedom, etc.)

Total Rewards/Benefits:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place.

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations.

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments. They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver.

Diverse teams build the extraordinary:

As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably.

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