Senior Mechanical Engineer

JOB TITLE :

SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Work Location

Abu Dhabi (Offshore visits as per job requirements)

Leave Cycle

150/30 – on Single status

335/30 – on Family status (applicable after completion of Probation period)

Air Ticket

Round trip – Economy class provided

Medical

Health Insurance provided

Accommodation

Single-status accommodation will be provided during the period of single status.

Food

Subsidised Food will be provided

Contract Type

Contract Hire – Limited

Working Hours

AUH - 07:00 to 15:00 (5 days a week)

Offshore - 06:30 to 18:30 (1-hour lunch break), 7 days a week

Salary - To be discussed

Probation Period

6 months

Status

Family status benefits will become applicable upon successful completion of the probationary period.

Qualification (minimum)

Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering.

API 610 / API 617 / API 660 Certification with proven experience in Static and Rotating Equipment.

PMP certification or an MBA is preferred.

Experience (minimum)

• Minimum 12–15 years' experience in Mechanical Engineering on Onshore/Offshore FEED and EPC Oil & Gas projects.
• Minimum 5 years' Oil & Gas experience in the UAE, plus at least 5 years' Oil & Gas experience within the GCC.
• Experience across Engineering, Design, Construction, and Field Engineering roles, with exposure to Consultant and Contractor environments in both Onshore and Offshore projects.

Job Description

• Lead mechanical engineering activities for FEED and EPC projects, covering static equipment, packaged systems, and rotating machinery.
• Ensure all mechanical designs comply with ASME and API codes and standards.
• Review and approve specifications, design calculations, datasheets, and vendor documents for pressure vessels, heat exchangers, tanks, generators, nitrogen packages, and utility systems.
• Provide technical support during installation, testing, commissioning, and mechanical completion phases.
• Conduct risk assessments, prepare PTW documentation, and ensure compliance with ADOC HSE requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve technical issues and maintain quality and schedule compliance.
• Apply broad rotating equipment expertise, acting as a Mechanical–Rotary Engineer when required.

Skills

• Strong FEED and EPC project experience in Oil & Gas environments.
• Proven Field Engineering and site execution experience (onshore/offshore).
• Expertise in static and rotating equipment, including package equipment engineering.
• Solid mechanical design capability with application of ASME and API codes/standards.
• Willingness for onshore/offshore site visits, with strong multitasking and communication skills.