Mechanical Engineering Manager

Job Description

We’re looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineering Manager, from Licensor Coordination and FEED to EPC provisional acceptance and care and custody transfer to operations. This role will transition to be the technical authority for operations and maintenance (O&M), handling engineering requests and troubleshooting once the plant is fully operational and will be reporting to the Engineering Head.

Location: Site

Tasks and Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement mechanical design standards and procedures.
• Lead Pre-FEED/FEED mechanical scope, embedding operational and value-focused practices.
• Coordinate with Licensors and contractors to ensure quality mechanical deliverables.
• Review/approve key documents (data sheets, layouts, specs).
• Oversee design reviews, HAZOPs, constructability, and vendor evaluations.
• Monitor construction quality through inspections and testing.
• Support commissioning and startup, ensuring performance targets are met.
• Manage smooth transition to operations, including documentation and training.
• Provide post-startup engineering support for plant reliability.
• Lead, coach, and develop the mechanical engineering team, with focus on local talent.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering.
• 15+ years in oil & gas/petrochemical, including 10+ years leading major projects.
• End-to-end experience from Pre-FEED to operations.
• Expertise in static & rotating equipment and lifecycle management.
• Strong grasp of international standards (API, ASME, ISO).
• Hands-on in construction, commissioning, and startup.
• Familiar with maintenance systems (e.g., SAP) and reliability practices.
• Skilled in interfacing with Licensors, EPCs, and Operations.
• EPC tendering experience and background in plant operations/maintenance is an advantage
• Experience as trainer or SME in mechanical systems.
• Familiarity with digital assets and condition monitoring tools.