Senior Mechanical Engineer – Lead EPC Projects

ThyssenKrupp Presta AG; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa seeks an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Engineering Department. The role emphasizes client interaction, lead engineering on projects, and participation in PFD/P&ID reviews, HAZOP & SIL, and 3D modelling. Brownfield project execution is valued.

The candidate should hold a BSc./B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering with about 8 years of contracting experience in energy/ chemical sectors, with ECSA registration preferable and NEC knowledge

Qualifications

• BSc./B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering degree with 8 years experience in contracting environment (energy/chemical sectors).
• Brownfield project execution experience is required.
• ECSA registration is preferable; NEC knowledge is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Interact with clients to understand and deliver to client expectations.
• Perform lead engineer role on multiple projects.
• Participate in PFD/P&ID reviews, HAZOP & SIL reviews, and 3D model/constructability reviews.
• Plan manpower and project schedules for projects where you are the lead engineer.
• Perform on-site scoping and define scope.
• Design and specify pressure-containing equipment.
• Prepare project standards and engineering specifications.
• Prepare MCFDs and issue/enquire documentation to vendors; review vendor documents for compliance.
• Prepare Scope of Work / Works Information for services and manage consultants.

Skills

Lead engineer

PFD & P&ID reviews

HAZOP & SIL reviews

3D modelling

Manpower planning

Pressure equipment design

Vendor documentation review

Scope of Work preparation

Education

BSc./B.Eng. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

NEC contract knowledge

Job description

thyssenkrupp Uhde South Africa seeks an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the Mechanical Engineering Department. The role emphasizes client interaction, lead engineering on projects, and participation in PFD/P&ID reviews, HAZOP & SIL, and 3D modelling. Brownfield project execution is valued.

The candidate should hold a BSc./B.Eng. in Mechanical Engineering with about 8 years of contracting experience in energy/ chemical sectors, with ECSA registration preferable and NEC knowledge