Lead Production Engineer📣 Job Ad

About the Role

WETICO, a part of Abunayyan Holding, is seeking a Lead Production Engineer to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading a team of production engineers and overseeing the technical execution of fabrication, welding, and assembly for oil & gas, petrochemical, and water-treatment packages. The Lead Production Engineer is responsible for ensuring compliance with technical specifications and international codes, while driving productivity and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise production engineers across various fabrication areas, providing mentorship and development.
• Translate engineering drawings and specifications into executable job packs and detailed cutting/fit-up plans.
• Plan and sequence production activities to optimize resource utilization and meet project schedules.
• Ensure strict adherence to approved Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS/PQR) and relevant codes such as Aramco, ASME, API, and AWS.
• Prepare and review method statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and technical calculations.
• Monitor production progress, productivity, and rework rates, and resolve technical execution issues promptly.
• Investigate non-conformities and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Interface with Quality Control (QC) teams regarding inspection stages, Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), and dimensional control.
• Support man-hour estimation and material take-off for planning and costing purposes.
• Enforce Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements and safe execution methods on the production lines.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including 5S and Lean methodologies.
• Report technical progress and issues directly to the Production Manager.
• Perform additional duties as assigned within the scope of the role.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in a world-class or Aramco-tier fabrication environment, including involvement in complex and critical projects.
• Accredited Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Production Engineering is required; a Master's degree is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in digital engineering/production systems and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) / Lean methodologies.
• Proven track record of achieving Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) related to first-time-right quality, productivity, and zero-incident performance.

Technical Skills and Certifications

• Mandatory certifications include CSWIP / AWS-CWI, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and NEBOSH.
• PMP certification is preferred.

Work Environment and Expectations

This role operates within a demanding fabrication environment focused on delivering complex and critical projects for the oil & gas, petrochemical, and water-treatment sectors. The successful candidate will be expected to uphold stringent quality and safety standards, contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure operational excellence in all production activities.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply for this full-time position in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.