Stationary Mechanical Engineer
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Saudi Arabia, Al Khobar, Ash Sharqiyah
- Mechanical
- Contract
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Client is looking for Stationary Mechanical Engineer
Project Type: Brownfield | EPC | PMC | Petrochemical Plant | Turnaround (TA) | Furnaces
Location: Jubail, Saudi Arabia
Requirements/Qualification:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
- 13+ years of experience in stationary/mechanical equipment within ethylene/petrochemical plants
- Prior Saudi Arabia project experience is a MUST
- Proven expertise in brownfield projects, furnace-related mechanical scopes, and equipment modifications
- Strong knowledge of pressure vessels, heat exchangers, reactors, columns/towers, heaters/furnaces, storage tanks, and associated piping interfaces
- Familiarity with DCS/ESD systems and plant turnaround (TA) activities
- Deep understanding of codes and standards: ASME Section VIII & IX, API 510/570/579/660/661/650, TEMA, NBIC, NACE
- Competence in mechanical design calculations, fitness-for-service (FFS), remaining life assessment, repair methods, WPS/PQR, NDE
- Strong HSE mindset and permit-to-work knowledge for live-plant interventions
Responsibilities:
- Manage brownfield mechanical scope for stationary equipment in operating ethylene/petrochemical plants, coordinating closely with Piping, Process, Civil, E&I, and Construction teams
- Oversee furnace/mechanical scopes: radiant/convection section components, tube/coil supports, expansion, refractory/insulation repairs, burners, seals, and stack interfaces
- Execute equipment upgrades and modifications, including:
- CGC (Cracked Gas Compressor) auxiliaries: coolers, lube oil systems, seal systems, filters/strainers, knock-out drums
- Pump systems: baseplate grout, API seal plans, piping nozzle loads, alignment, reliability improvements
- Columns/Towers: trays/packing changes, internals replacement, demister upgrades, reboiler interfaces, nozzles/additional manways
- Heat Exchangers: bundle replacement, tube-sheet/bonnet repairs, fouling mitigation, TEMA compliance
- Pressure Vessels: nozzles, clips/lugs, reinforcement pads, re-rating, hot/cold taps (with integrity controls)
- Develop and approve mechanical deliverables: datasheets, specifications, GA drawings, fabrication drawings, MTOs, welding/NDE plans, repair procedures, and TA job packs
- Perform FFS and integrity assessments (API 579) and define repair/mitigation strategies (cladding/overlay, insert plates, sleeve repairs, PWHT, stress-relief)
- Lead turnaround (TA) execution: inspection plans, isolation/blinding, disassembly/reassembly, alignment, pressure testing, leak testing, reinstatement, and commissioning support
- Plan systemization and hydrotest boundaries, define pressure test requirements, and ensure proper pre-commissioning/turnover documentation
- Conduct site surveys/as-builts, clash/constructability reviews, and ensure safe SIMOPS in congested areas
- Ensure compliance with Saudi regulations, company standards, and HSE protocols; facilitate risk assessments (HIRA/JSA) and lift/rigging plans for heavy components
- Manage vendors and fabricators: review shop drawings, WPS/PQR, FAT/SAT, field assistance, and QA/QC of installation and documentation
- Provide on-site troubleshooting for mechanical reliability issues (vibration, fouling, thermal expansion, leak paths) and drive root cause analysis with corrective actions
To apply for this position, please send your most recent CV to Lamis.Hakami@trsstaffing.com
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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