Mechanical Engineer-Power Plants Background

Role Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical equipment erection, alignment, and commissioning preparation activities on-site
• Oversee piping fabrication, spool erection, hydrotesting, and pre-commissioning activities per approved specifications and P&IDs
• Review pipe support designs, isometric drawings, and equipment layout drawings for constructability
• Coordinate with QA/QC team for NDT, pressure testing, and inspection hold points per approved ITPs
• Verify equipment installation against vendor drawings, data sheets, and technical requirements
• Monitor compliance of piping material with approved MAS documents (ASTM, API, EN standards)
• Participate in pre-installation inspections and material traceability checks at fabrication facilities where required
• Coordinate with QA/QC team on, punch list preparation, and resolution of NCRs
• Support engineering with field queries and technical deviation requests during construction
• Maintain up-to-date equipment erection records, pressure test packages, and punch lists

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical piping and equipment installation within power generation or heavy industrial construction
• Valid UAE Residence Visa and Emirates ID – mandatory at time of application
• Proven experience on gas turbine power stations, water treatment, or industrial process plant projects
• Familiarity with API 650, ASME B31, and related piping and pressure vessel codes
• Experience working under third-party inspection and EPCM quality regime
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Strong working knowledge of pipe stress, support design concepts, and constructability review
• Experience with rotating equipment alignment, grouting, and pre-commissioning activities
• Familiarity with UAE utility-sector technical standards is a strong advantage
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Navisworks, or equivalent tools for drawing review