Job Description
Job Description
The Mechanical Engineer is a mid-level role for mechanical engineering personnel at our client. He/she will be an enthusiastic, efficient, committed individual with a strong background in engineering theory, design, project management, manufacturing, and practical work experience, who can think practically and innovatively. The employee will interact with Customers, Suppliers, Field Service Engineers, Technicians, Management and Consultants. The employee will give guidance and expert advice to others in the department. The employee will also be expected to work unsupervised and will be required to supervise other company personnel.
Oversee multiple projects, including your own, and provide guidance.
Mentor junior mechanical engineers and technicians.
Gain a fundamental understanding of the design, operation, inspection, and repair of capital drilling equipment, as well as all company processes and procedures.
Conduct in-house design and development (primary function), including:
- Strength calculations (from first principles)
- FEA/Simulation
- 3D CAD modelling and drawing using SolidWorks
- Manufacturing data pack generation (including BOMs, QCPs, work instructions, and manuals)
Manage design and development projects (secondary function) from inception through to delivery, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures.
Provide expert technical advice to technicians and coach new technicians.
Monitor compliance with applicable codes, practices, QC policies, procedures, and specifications.
Conduct detailed reporting and inspection report reviews; provide regular feedback to management and customers on project progress.
Review engineering deliverables, initiate appropriate corrective actions, and draft new procedures as required.
Ensure safe work practices are adhered to at all times.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (BSc Eng) or Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Mechanical Engineering (minimum requirement)
Experience
Three to six years’ experience in a relatable engineering environment.
Skills
- Advanced knowledge of the MS Office suite (especially Word, Excel, and Teams).
- Excellent written communication skills (email, technical report writing, WhatsApp, etc.).
- Excellent level of English, both written and verbal.
- Sound understanding of 3D CAD packages, particularly SolidWorks (advantageous).
- Sound understanding of FEA software, particularly SolidWorks Simulation and/or Abaqus (advantageous).
- Sound understanding of engineering calculation software, particularly Mathcad, MATLAB, or similar (advantageous).
- Exposure to ASME VIII, API, and Class Rules (ABS & DNV) related to design and manufacture (advantageous).
- Sound understanding of fabrication, boiler making/welding, and precision machining.
- Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills.
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