Construction Mechanical Engineer Oil & Gas

About the Role

HUDSON is seeking an experienced Construction Mechanical Engineer to oversee and coordinate mechanical construction activities for Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, and Refinery projects across Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires 5-10 years of experience and is based in the Eastern Province, covering cities such as Dammam, Al Khobar, Dhahran, Al Jubail, Al-Ahsa, Al Qatif, Ras Tannurah, and Buqayq.

Role Overview

The Construction Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for ensuring that all mechanical construction activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with approved drawings, specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and client requirements. The role involves significant site execution and coordination with various project teams and subcontractors.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate mechanical construction and installation activities at project sites.
• Ensure mechanical works are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
• Coordinate with Construction Managers, Planning, Engineering, QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, and subcontractor teams.
• Monitor daily construction progress and ensure activities are completed within the planned schedule.
• Supervise mechanical installation activities, including equipment, piping, valves, pumps, compressors, tanks, and related mechanical systems.
• Review engineering drawings, specifications, material requirements, and construction documents.
• Coordinate with subcontractors for proper allocation of manpower, equipment, and materials.
• Monitor site activities and resolve technical and construction-related issues in coordination with engineering teams.
• Ensure all mechanical works comply with approved quality standards, specifications, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, and completion of mechanical works.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements, permit-to-work procedures, and site safety standards.
• Participate in site meetings, progress meetings, and coordination meetings with clients and contractors.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly construction progress reports.
• Identify potential delays and coordinate with the planning team for corrective and recovery actions.
• Support pre-commissioning, commissioning, shutdown, turnaround, and maintenance activities, where applicable.
• Ensure proper documentation, punch-list clearance, as-built information, and project handover activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Strong hands-on experience in mechanical construction and site execution.
• Experience in equipment installation, piping, mechanical systems, and associated construction activities.
• Good knowledge of construction procedures, specifications, drawings, and safety requirements.
• Shutdown & Turnaround experience is highly preferred.

Required Skills

• Strong coordination, supervision, and problem-solving skills.
• Good English communication and reporting skills.

Application Process

Interested candidates are invited to apply for this full-time Construction Mechanical Engineer position. Salary details will be disclosed during the interview process.