Senior Mechanical Engineer

SUMMARY:
We are seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer with around 7 or more years experience in the Oil & Gas / Petrochemical industries to join a multidisciplinary consulting team, contributing to the design, analysis, and execution of complex projects within the petrochemical sector.  The position is based in Durban.

Initially a 12 month contract with possibility of going permanent.

POSITION INFO:
Requirements:

• BSc. / BEng. / BTech. Mechanical Engineering degree
• 7 or more years experience
• Strong oil and gas engineering design and project management skills
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with ECSA (an advantage)

• Ensure that mechanical engineering tasks on assigned projects are completed within the allocated manhours and approved timelines, adhering to project procedures, standards, and specifications.
• Carry out design work as required by the Lead Project Engineer
• Advise HOD / Lead Engineer of possible fields for technical investigations
• Carry out technical investigations, including development of computer programs and produce technical reports when required.
• Conduct plant audits and manage the design component of engineering studies.
• Provide mechanical expertise for troubleshooting and operations optimization.
• Efficient and accurate design of oil and gas piping systems, pump selection, fire fighting design, etc.
• Sign off on concept/basic/detail mechanical designs produced for complex projects
• Support a team of engineers, technicians and draughtspeople to accomplish the above within the agreed time frame, costs and quality