Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Job Purpose : Supervise and manage mechanical maintenance activities including preventive and corrective maintenance, shutdown planning, and overhauls. Organize maintenance, troubleshooting, and modification of mechanical machinery in line with maintenance plans, HS&E guidelines, and quality standards.

Number of Staff Supervised : Direct Reports : — | Indirect Reports : —

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise team activities to meet targets and ensure policy compliance
• Monitor preventive and corrective maintenance for mechanical machinery
• Ensure accurate SAP documentation including fault logs, repair methods, time, labor, and materials used
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and minimize downtime
• Promote condition-based maintenance through troubleshooting and RCA
• Troubleshoot critical mechanical issues and ensure compliance with quality and HSSE standards
• Analyze maintenance data and propose reliability improvements
• Prepare feasibility studies for new installations or modifications, including technical evaluations and cost estimates
• Forecast manpower, budget, and material needs for maintenance execution
• Coordinate shutdown maintenance for critical mechanical machinery ensuring scope, cost, and timeline objectives are met
• Ensure accurate documentation of mechanical maintenance activities
• Enforce HSSE compliance and permit-to-work procedures
• Collaborate with HSSE to ensure safety rules are followed and incidents investigated
• Prepare monthly / annual requirements for machinery, spare parts, and materials
• Evaluate procurement quotations and recommend appropriate machinery and materials
• Maintain relationships with internal departments and external contractors
• Liaise with EPC / OEM contractors for technical guidance
• Supervise SAP processes including planning, scheduling, and data management to ensure system integrity
• Contribute to change initiatives and improvement projects
• Adhere to organizational policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by the line manager

Relationships

Internal Relationships : Maintenance Manager, Mechanical Supervisor, Technicians, Operations Team

External Relationships : Contractors and vendors

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Minimum Experience

8–10 years in mechanical maintenance in water desalination and power generation plants, including 2 years in a supervisory role

Skills Required

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