Role Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Project Engineer (Mechanical) with strong experience in procurement of heavy machinery/equipment and on-site supervision. The ideal candidate will have a solid mechanical engineering background, hands-on project execution expertise, and the ability to coordinate across engineering, procurement, vendors, and site teams to ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Execution & Site Supervision
- Supervise and coordinate daily site activities related to mechanical works, equipment installation, commissioning, and testing.
- Monitor project progress, ensuring adherence to timelines, quality standards, and safety regulations.
- Liaise with contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, and internal teams to resolve site issues.
- Conduct site inspections, prepare progress reports, and ensure compliance with project specifications and engineering drawings.
- Ensure proper execution of heavy machinery installation, alignment, commissioning, and operational testing.
2. Procurement & Vendor Management
- Lead the procurement cycle for heavy machinery and industrial equipmentprepare technical specifications, RFQs, BOQs, and evaluation sheets.
- Review vendor technical submittals, quotations, and ensure technical compliance with project requirements.
- Negotiate with suppliers to obtain competitive pricing, delivery terms, warranties, and service agreements.
- Coordinate purchase orders, delivery schedules, logistics, and follow-up to ensure timely availability of equipment at site.
- Build and maintain relationships with machinery/equipment OEMs, distributors, and service providers.
3. Engineering & Technical Support
- Interpret mechanical engineering drawings, layouts, P&IDs, equipment data sheets, and project documentation.
- Provide technical input during design reviews, equipment selection, and system integration.
- Troubleshoot technical issues during installation and commissioning phases.
- Support project manager in planning, scheduling, risk identification, and mitigation measures.
4. Documentation & Compliance
- Prepare technical reports, inspection checklists, procurement logs, and project documentation.
- Ensure compliance with relevant engineering standards, company policies, and HSE guidelines.
- Maintain accurate records of procurement, delivery, warranties, service reports, and equipment certifications.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
- 38 years of experience as a Project Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, or Procurement Engineer.
- Proven experience in procurement of heavy machinery/equipment (e.g., compressors, cranes, pumps, mechanical systems, industrial equipment, construction machinery).
- Prior hands-on experience in site supervision, mechanical installation, and commissioning activities.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, industrial projects, construction site practices, and vendor coordination.
