Project Engineer (Pump Packages)

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead complex pump package projects from handover / LOI / purchase order award through engineering, procurement, fabrication, testing, shipment, commissioning support and close-out, coordinating Sales, Finance, Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, Logistics, Quality, Service, vendors and customers.
• Act as the primary technical and execution focal point, taking ownership of end-to-end delivery in line with contract, scope, schedule, budget, quality, HSE and customer expectations.
• Develop and maintain MS Project schedules, VDRL / deliverables registers, risk registers, action trackers, Materials tracking, change logs and close-out plans.
• Monitor progress, cost exposure, milestones, invoicing alignment, forecast, risk and change control. Take corrective action to protect plans and budgets.
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, manufacture, inspection, documentation and logistics interfaces in line with project priorities and shop load plans.
• Lead kick-off, technical clarification, design review, progress review and phase review meetings with internal teams, vendors and customers. Escalate critical issues and drive closure.
• Review drawings, vendor documents and package documentation for completeness, compliance and readiness for manufacture, testing and delivery.
• Identify and manage technical, schedule, commercial, supply chain and HSE risks. Maintain mitigation plans and drive timely action closure.
• Manage change requests, deviations, concessions and scope variations in line with contract terms and internal approvals, including assessment of commercial impact.
• Support Proposals / Sales on critical opportunities by providing technical, execution and schedule input and ensuring effective handover of awarded orders.
• Maintain effective customer communication, provide timely status updates, manage expectations and resolve issues to support customer satisfaction.
• Perform vendor visits, site inspections and FAT / witness testing / commissioning support as required.
• Resolve operational and technical issues, minimize delays and unexpected cost impact, and support lessons learned, continuous improvement and guidance to junior engineers.
• Ensure compliance with company and corporate policies, HSE requirements, quality procedures and contractual / legal requirements.
• Ensure projects meet applicable international standards such as ISO, API 674 / 676, ASME, ATEX, DNV, CE Marking and functional safety SIL.
• Responsible for project close-out including final documentation, invoicing support, handovers, MDR dossier completion, warranty interfaces and management reviews.

Competencies

• Proven track record leading complex pump package projects with multiple interfaces
• Ability to manage critical path activities, priorities, risk and change across concurrent projects
• Strong customer focus, commercial awareness and judgment in balancing technical, contractual and operational priorities
• Excellent interpersonal, presentation and stakeholder management skills; highly organized and detail oriented
• Leadership and effective decision-making capability. Able to work under pressure with minimal supervision and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Ability to effectively communicate technical principles and equipment operation, mentor junior team members and support best practices

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Instrumentation / Process Engineering or related engineering field with 8 years of relevant project engineering / package execution experience
• 5 years minimum in Pump / Process package project execution / project management field
• Strong knowledge of Pumps, diesel / gas engines, Motors, Gearboxes, couplings, belt drives, hydraulic / pneumatic systems, instrumentation and control panels
• Strong knowledge of ATEX / ANSI / API / ASME pipes, flanges, fittings and package requirements
• Capable of managing multiple projects, vendor interfaces and proposal-to-project handover
• Strong knowledge of General Arrangement, P&ID, Instrumentation, Hydraulic, Pneumatic and Electrical schemes
• Understanding of electrical installations, VFD, PLC, Soft starter and package automation concepts
• Experience with API 674, API 676, reciprocating, PCP, centrifugal and horizontal pump packages
• Working knowledge of Internal Combustion Engine, drive arrangements, Transmission, gear reducer, coupling and belt drive selection knowledge
• Experience and knowledge of VFD / PLC automation control systems
• Computer literacy (including good command of Microsoft Office applications and project reporting tools)

Desirable

• 10+ years in complex pump package projects and cross-functional execution
• Professional project management qualification preferred (e.g. PMP)
• Good knowledge of skid fabrication and packaging for Pump Packages for Oil & Gas sector
• Oil & Gas equipment packaging experience in the Middle East
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD & 3D solid modeling
• Experience in ERP systems – JDE, CRM, SAP & Oracle
• Experience supporting techno-commercial clarifications / deviations and proposal handover
• PMP certification is a plus
• Knowledge of specific design codes, EC Directives and CE Marking, API 674 / 676, ASME VIII, ASME B31.3, NACE MR-0175, ATEX and DNV requirements
• Experience in ERP systems – JDE, CRM, SAP & Oracle
• Knowledge of project scheduling / reporting tools and document control workflows
• Knowledge and experience working with ISO / API and customer specifications
• Ability to support continuous improvement and standard template development
• Ability to provide guidance and assistance to peers to support common business goals

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