Junior Engineer – Mechanical – Offshore Project

About the Role
The company is expanding its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for a significant offshore development project in Abu Dhabi, specifically focused on projects. This Junior Mechanical Engineer position is located in the Contractors Office in Abu Dhabi and is expected to last until 2028, with potential for extension. The role involves supporting the maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, commissioning, and reliability of mechanical systems and equipment on offshore facilities. The successful candidate will assist senior engineers in ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of rotating and static equipment while complying with project standards, HSE requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities
Engineering & Maintenance Support

• Assist in the maintenance and reliability of rotating and static equipment, including pumps, compressors, turbines, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, and piping systems.
• Support troubleshooting and root cause analysis of mechanical equipment failures.
• Participate in preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities.
• Review maintenance reports and provide recommendations for equipment performance improvement.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify potential reliability issues.

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Assist in conducting routine inspections of mechanical equipment and offshore facilities.
• Support mechanical integrity and condition monitoring programs.
• Ensure work activities comply with project specifications, standards, and international codes such as API, ASME, and ISO.
• Participate in equipment acceptance testing and vendor inspections.

Commissioning & Startup Support

• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Assist in mechanical completion checks and punch-list clearance activities.
• Participate in equipment functional testing and performance verification.
• Coordinate with Operations, Electrical, Instrumentation, and Process teams during commissioning activities.

Documentation & Reporting

• Review engineering drawings, P&IDs, equipment datasheets, and technical specifications.
• Prepare maintenance records, inspection reports, and technical documentation.
• Update equipment history records and maintenance management systems.
• Assist in preparing engineering reports and shutdown work scopes.

HSE Compliance

• Comply with HSE policies, procedures, and permit-to-work requirements.
• Participate in toolbox talks, risk assessments, safety audits, and incident investigations.
• Promote safe work practices and ensure adherence to offshore safety regulations.
• Support implementation of environmental and operational excellence initiatives.

Qualifications
Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.

Experience

• 0-3 years of experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Power Generation, Marine, or Industrial sectors.
• Fresh graduates with internship or industrial training experience are encouraged to apply.
• Exposure to offshore facilities is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of rotating and static equipment maintenance.
• Understanding of pumps, compressors, valves, turbines, and piping systems.
• Familiarity with mechanical engineering principles and maintenance methodologies.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, GA drawings, and equipment manuals.
• Understanding of international standards such as API, ASME, ASTM, and ISO.
• Knowledge of CMMS systems such as SAP is an advantage.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural offshore environment.
• High level of responsibility and commitment to safety.
• Self-motivated and eager to learn.
• Good organizational and time management skills.