Job Purpose Responsible for overseeing machinery engineering discipline and the FEED/EPC contractor in delivering all aspects of rotating equipment/machinery design to ensure technical objectives are met within the approved scope, budget, and schedule. Ensures technical requirements such as specifications, data sheets, procedures, etc., developed during FEED and EPC phases comply fully with project requirements. Provide clear guidance to FEED and EPC contractors and facilitate resolution of technical issues to achieve project objectives and milestones. Provide engineering surveillance on machinery-related deliverables. Monitor discipline schedule and work progress. Internal Interfaces Interfaces with various project teams and internal departments in resolving machinery engineering issues requiring effective communication, initiative, and flexibility. External Interfaces Regular contact with FEED and EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, specialist machinery consultants, and project stakeholders. Job Context & Major Challenges Position is based either in the main office or at project site offices. Role requires high commitment and responsibility to ensure all machinery engineering activities and third-party work (vendors, consultants, subcontractors) meet project specifications and requirements. Challenges include: Guiding FEED/EPC contractors, vendors, subcontractors, and commissioning teams to deliver timely and accurate engineering deliverables. Maintaining constructive working relationships with all contractors to ensure compliance with project scope and specifications. Aligning stakeholders across engineering, operations, quality, and construction on rotating equipment execution. Key Job Accountabilities Demonstrate strong SHES leadership and actively participate in safety activities (Toolbox Talks, site walkthroughs, etc.). Ensure machinery engineering activities comply with regulatory requirements, codes, standards, and project specifications. Resolve machinery-related engineering issues to ensure project expectations and objectives are met. Ensure approved design recommendations are implemented to improve design integrity and safety. Oversee contractor machinery design activities, verify competency, and ensure correct engineering tools/software are used. Coordinate and analyze discipline issues; support FEED, commissioning, and system completion activities. Track and report lessons learned. Monitor contractor progress in assigned areas.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Knowledge & Experience 10 years engineering experience, including 6 years in the Oil & Gas sector. Minimum 2 years supervisory, acting lead, or contractor oversight experience. Extensive experience with EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, or service providers in the sector. Competent in all phases of project execution, including startup and handover. Strong knowledge of project planning, scheduling, cost control, risk management, change management, interface management, commissioning, and handover processes. Strong understanding of engineering standards, specifications, and design methodologies. Experience with risk-based decision-making. Experience in contract management and contractor performance management. Background in high?pressure pumping systems and pulsation study (Design Approach 2). Experience working with rotating equipment manufacturers/vendors. Technical & Business Skills Fluent in English (written and spoken). Strong analytical, organizational, coordination, and planning abilities. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Skilled in conflict resolution, creative problem-solving, influencing, and mediation. Proficient in MS Office. Deep knowledge of machinery discipline codes, standards, and practices. Experience with Pulsation Study and Approach II methodology.