Senior Mechanical Engineer

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services.

Operating within the Kingdom’s mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards.

We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce.

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead the mechanical integrity and reliability of our downstream refining operations.

This role focuses on maintaining critical assets such as acid plants, electrolytic cells, and bullion casting lines to ensure continuous production.

The engineer will drive preventive maintenance strategies and oversee mechanical projects to support SGR’s contribution to the Kingdom’s mining value chain.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will report directly to the Engineering & Projects Manager and will play a key role in optimizing plant availability and safety.

This position requires a disciplined professional who can manage technical teams, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with international and local industrial standards.

The Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for the following key areas:

The role develops and executes reliability-centered maintenance programs for critical refining assets to minimize unplanned downtime and maximize equipment life.

This position leads the mechanical scope of plant expansion and upgrade projects, ensuring design compliance, quality fabrication, and successful commissioning.

The engineer ensures all mechanical activities adhere to PTW, LOTO, and HAZOP requirements, maintaining strict compliance with Saudi safety regulations.

The role mentors mechanical technicians and junior engineers, building internal competency and supporting Saudization objectives within the maintenance department.

This position evaluates technical proposals from vendors and manages contractor performance during maintenance shutdowns and repair works.

The engineer leads investigations into mechanical failures, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve operational stability.

The role manages the mechanical maintenance budget and spare parts inventory, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation and timely procurement.

This position ensures all mechanical systems comply with ASME, API, and SASO standards, preparing the plant for internal and external audits.

Saudi Gold Refinery welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Hiring decisions are made based on role requirements, skills, experience, and alignment with Saudization and Vision 2030 priorities.

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply through the following link:

https://sgr.careers-page.com/jobs/1fc66a74-6ca6-4faa-9bb0-575d5f30dc39