Senior Mechanical Engineer
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About the Role
Egis is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Riyadh to lead mechanical design packages on significant projects. Requires a Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical Engineering and demonstrated expertise in mechanical equipment selection, pumping systems, and pipework design.
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Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mechanical design packages across feasibility, concept, outline, and detailed design phases
- Develop, prepare, and coordinate comprehensive mechanical deliverables including calculations, specifications, datasheets, schedules, P&IDs, layouts, design reports, and procurement documentation
- Take ownership of assigned mechanical work packages, managing technical quality, interfaces, scope, budget, program, and change control
- Conduct site surveys, data reviews, and lead technical discussions with clients, operators, suppliers, contractors, and technology providers
- Design and optimize mechanical solutions for pumps, pipework, valves, tanks, lifting systems, and associated treatment assets
- Coordinate seamlessly with Process, Civil/Structural, Electrical, and Architectural teams to ensure MEP integration, constructability, maintainability, and safe access
- Contribute to safety by design reviews, HAZOP/SWIFT workshops, technical risk management, and commissioning strategies
- Review and evaluate supplier and contractor submissions, respond to technical queries, and provide support during construction, commissioning, and project handover
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and graduates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence
- Establish and maintain mechanical engineering standards, templates, and best practices to enhance delivery efficiency and quality
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (BEng) or Master's degree (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
- Demonstrated expertise in mechanical equipment selection, pumping systems, pipework design, valves, hydraulics, and system layouts
- Proven ability to prepare, check, and coordinate mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, schedules, reports, and technical drawings
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams
- Strong commercial awareness and proven track record of delivering projects within agreed scope, budget, and program parameters
- Working knowledge of relevant mechanical codes, standards, and safety regulations
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Job Description About the Role
- We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our dynamic engineering team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- This is an exceptional opportunity to lead mechanical engineering initiatives on significant projects while contributing to innovative solutions in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.
- As a senior member of our team, you will drive technical excellence, mentor junior engineers, and help establish best practices that shape our mechanical engineering capability across the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage mechanical design packages across feasibility, concept, outline, and detailed design phases, ensuring technical robustness and adherence to project timelines.
- Develop, prepare, and coordinate comprehensive mechanical deliverables including calculations, specifications, datasheets, schedules, P&IDs, layouts, design reports, and procurement documentation.
- Take ownership of assigned mechanical work packages, managing technical quality, interfaces, scope, budget, program, and change control throughout project lifecycle.
- Conduct site surveys, data reviews, and lead technical discussions with clients, operators, suppliers, contractors, and technology providers to ensure alignment and resolve challenges.
- Design and optimize mechanical solutions for pumps, pipework, valves, tanks, lifting systems, and associated treatment assets tailored to project requirements.
- Coordinate seamlessly with Process, Civil/Structural, Electrical, and Architectural teams to ensure MEP integration, constructability, maintainability, and safe access throughout design and construction phases.
- Contribute to safety by design reviews, HAZOP/SWIFT workshops, technical risk management, and commissioning strategies to deliver safe, efficient solutions.
- Review and evaluate supplier and contractor submissions, respond to technical queries, and provide support during construction, commissioning, and project handover.
- Mentor and develop junior engineers and graduates, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and technical excellence within the mechanical engineering team.
- Establish and maintain mechanical engineering standards, templates, and best practices to enhance delivery efficiency and quality across projects.
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (BEng) or Master's degree (MEng) in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification.
- Demonstrated expertise in mechanical equipment selection, pumping systems, pipework design, valves, hydraulics, and system layouts.
- Proven ability to prepare, check, and coordinate mechanical calculations, specifications, datasheets, schedules, reports, and technical drawings.
- Excellent communication skills with demonstrated ability to lead technical discussions, present recommendations clearly, and collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams.
- Strong commercial awareness and proven track record of delivering projects within agreed scope, budget, and program parameters.
- Working knowledge of relevant mechanical codes, standards, and safety regulations applicable to the project domain.
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