Job Title
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Department
Engineering / Mechanical
Reports To
Engineering Manager / Mechanical Engineering Manager / Project Manager
Job Summary
The Senior Mechanical Engineer is responsible for leading the design, engineering, review, and execution of mechanical systems for industrial, commercial, infrastructure, or EPC projects. The role involves providing technical leadership, ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project specifications, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, and supporting project execution from concept through commissioning and handover.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and engineering of mechanical systems in accordance with project specifications, codes, and client requirements.
- Review engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, material submittals, and technical documents.
- Prepare and review mechanical design deliverables, including equipment layouts, piping systems, HVAC systems, and utility services, as applicable.
- Coordinate with civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation, and process engineering teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
- Provide technical guidance and support during procurement, fabrication, installation, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Review vendor drawings, technical bids, equipment data sheets, and material specifications.
- Conduct engineering calculations, equipment sizing, and technical evaluations.
- Resolve technical issues and provide practical engineering solutions during project execution.
- Monitor project progress and ensure engineering deliverables are completed on schedule.
- Ensure compliance with applicable international standards, local regulations, and company engineering procedures.
- Participate in design reviews, HAZOP studies, constructability reviews, and client meetings where applicable.
- Support quality assurance, quality control, and inspection activities related to mechanical systems.
- Prepare technical reports, engineering documentation, and project progress updates.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the mechanical engineering team.
- Support project commissioning, performance testing, and final project handover.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent professional registration is preferred.
- 8–15 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering within EPC, oil and gas, petrochemical, power, infrastructure, manufacturing, or industrial projects.
- Experience in multidisciplinary engineering environments is highly desirable.
Technical Skills
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and design practices.
- Experience with rotating and static equipment, piping systems, valves, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, and pressure vessels.
- Knowledge of HVAC, fire protection, utility systems, and industrial mechanical installations, where applicable.
- Familiarity with ASME, API, ASTM, ISO, NFPA, ANSI, and other relevant international standards.
- Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Plant 3D, CAESAR II, ANSYS, or similar tools.
- Ability to perform engineering calculations, equipment sizing, stress analysis, and technical evaluations.
- Strong understanding of material selection, fabrication, installation, and commissioning processes.
- Knowledge of quality assurance (QA/QC), risk assessment, and engineering documentation.
Soft Skills
- Strong leadership and mentoring abilities.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Effective communication and technical presentation skills.
- Strong organizational and project coordination capabilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines.
- High attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence.
Preferred Experience
- Experience in EPC/EPCC projects from FEED through commissioning.
- Knowledge of FIDIC contracts and project management principles.
- Experience supporting procurement, vendor management, and factory acceptance testing (FAT).
- Familiarity with HAZOP, risk assessments, and value engineering.
- Experience with digital engineering tools, Building Information Modeling (BIM), or 3D plant design software.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Timely completion of engineering deliverables.
- Compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and applicable codes.
- Reduction in engineering revisions, rework, and technical non-conformities.
- Successful resolution of technical issues within project timelines.
- Achievement of project milestones and engineering schedule targets.
- Client satisfaction with engineering deliverables.
- Effective mentoring and development of junior engineering staff.
- Successful support of commissioning and project handover activities.
Working Conditions
- Primarily office-based with regular visits to project sites, fabrication facilities, or vendor locations as required.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
- Occasional travel and extended working hours may be required to support project deadlines.
- Compliance with company Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) policies and engineering standards.
