Mechanical Engineer (Owner's Engineer) - Abu Dhabi
TRACTEBEL
Role:Job Title: Mechanical Engineer (Owner's Engineer) - Abu Dhabi
Email Id - recruitment.me@tractebel.engie.com
While Applying - please mention in subjectline - Position and Project – Sumitomo and Location as Abu Dhabi
Position Summary
The Mechanical Engineer will represent the Owner's Engineer (OE) team and oversee all mechanical engineering, construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities associated with the power plant. The role ensures that EPC contractor works are executed in accordance with project specifications, industry standards, quality requirements, and contractual obligations.
Scope of Work
Review and monitor mechanical engineering deliverables, drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical submittals.
Supervise installation and construction activities related to major mechanical equipment and balance of plant systems.
Monitor EPC contractor compliance with approved procedures, project specifications, and international standards.
Witness inspections, testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and performance testing activities.
Review method statements, ITPs, NCRs, RFIs, and quality documentation.
Participate in site inspections, progress meetings, and technical discussions with the EPC Contractor and Client.
Identify construction issues, risks, and technical deviations and recommend corrective actions.
Support punch-list management, mechanical completion, reliability testing, and project handover activities.
Typical Equipment Exposure
Candidates should have experience with:
Gas Turbines and Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPP).
Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSG).
Steam Turbines.
Cooling Water Systems.
Pumps, Compressors, and Rotating Equipment.
Piping Systems and Valves.
Water Treatment and Balance of Plant (BOP) Systems.
Firefighting and Utility Systems.
Key Skills Required
Technical Skills
Power Plant Mechanical Engineering.
CCGT / Thermal Power Plant experience.
EPC project supervision.
Mechanical construction and installation.
Pre-commissioning and commissioning.
Rotating equipment expertise.
Piping and static equipment knowledge.
QA/QC and inspection processes.
Root Cause Analysis (RCA).
Mechanical Completion and Handover.
Software & Standards
Familiarity with ASME, API, ASTM and relevant international standards.
Ability to review engineering drawings and specifications.
Understanding of EPC documentation and quality systems.
Soft Skills
Strong technical reporting skills.
Coordination with multidisciplinary teams.
Stakeholder and contractor management.
Problem-solving and decision-making.
Effective communication in an international project environment.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Professional Engineering registration/certification is an advantage.
Additional qualifications in power generation or project management are preferred.
Experience Required
Minimum 10-15 years of relevant experience in power generation, EPC, Owner's Engineer, or utility projects.
Proven experience on Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPP), Thermal Power Plants, IPPs, or large industrial projects.
Experience supervising construction, installation, and commissioning activities.
Previous GCC or Middle East project experience preferred.
Owner's Engineer or Consultant experience is highly advantageous.