Lead Mechanical Interface Engineer

Lead Mechanical & Interface Engineer is responsible for overseeing the technical construction interfaces and piping engineering aspects of a project from a contractors perspective. This role demands strong coordination problem solving and leadership skills to ensure a seamless and sequential construction process integration new work into existing facilities while minimizing disruptions.

Ensures good preparation and coordination of activities between Client PMC Engineering and project interfaces including all project external stake holders subContractors and third parties at the Interface Points during the execution stage.

Ensure all interfaces are coordinated to perform sufficient preparations and assess all realistic problems and encourage the development solutions for interface activities such as substation tieins cable trenching and cable laying routing plot reservation exchange of technical information etc. to support smooth execution in construction phase. 

General Responsibilities

• Act as the primary focal point for all interface and pipingrelated activities for the project.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements engineering standards and safety regulations.
• Coordinate between various disciplines vendors subcontractors other contractors and the client to ensure smooth execution.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the piping engineering team.

2. Interface Management

• Establish and manage interface coordination between different disciplines (Mechanical Civil Structural Electrical Instrumentation etc.) Contractors Consultant & Company
• Identify track and resolve interface issues between new installations and existing facilities.
• Liaise with the client engineering teams and construction teams to align on design and execution plans.
• Ensure proper documentation of interface agreements and changes in scope.
• Participate in technical meetings risk assessments and constructability reviews.

3. Piping Engineering Responsibilities

• Lead the piping design stress analysis material selection and layout for the brownfield project.
• Ensure compliance with international codes and standards (ASME API ANSI etc.).
• Review and approve piping isometrics P&IDs general arrangement drawings and material takeoffs.
• Address tieins modifications and revamps in existing piping systems while minimizing plant shutdowns.
• Develop and implement engineering solutions for clashes interferences and constructability challenges.
• Support procurement by providing technical evaluations for piping materials and equipment.

4. Construction and Execution Support

• Provide onsite technical support during piping fabrication installation and testing.
• Ensure that piping modifications align with asbuilt conditions and operational constraints.
• Coordinate precommissioning and commissioning activities related to piping systems.
• Oversee hydrotesting flushing leak testing and reinstatement procedures.
• Resolve field engineering issues and ensure alignment with construction methodologies.

5. Safety Quality and Compliance

• Ensure that all piping and interface activities comply with safety and environmental regulations.
• Conduct technical risk assessments and implement mitigation measures.
• Ensure that work is carried out as per quality management system requirements.
• Participate in HAZOP HAZID and constructability reviews for brownfield modifications.

6. Stakeholder Coordination

• Work closely with project management procurement and site construction teams.
• Maintain effective communication with client representatives and regulatory bodies.
• Coordinate with thirdparty vendors and ensure timely delivery of piping materials and components.
• Provide progress reports and technical presentations to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications :

• Minimum Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Mechanical or equivalent) with (0810 Years) in the Oil & Gas industry. Affinity and familiar with Engineering Procurement and Contracting aspects in the business both onshore and offshore.

Additional Information :

Skills & Professional Requirements

• Have worked as an Interface Engineer on the electrical & instrumentation projects.
• Experience and detailed knowledge of relevant drafting requirements.
• Experience working on ADNOC brownfield projects / plants are preferred.
• Strong computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft office products specifically Outlook Excel PowerPoint and Word.

Experience

• Experience level: 0810 years.
• 05 years or more experience UAE or Middle East
• Minimum 03 years as Mechanical Engineer with strong knowledge of discipline specific drafting skills codes and standards practices.
• HSE compliance and ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.

Attributes and Behaviours

• Excellent personality with strong communication interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Personality and drive to support the Project Manager to manage the team to achieve the overall Project objectives with high professional competence and management skills.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime