SENIOR 4-STROKE ENGINE DESIGN ENGINEER

Work Location: Saudi Arabia

Experience: Minimum of 7 years experience working a European country

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering discipline.

Professional Qualifications

  • Professional certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP) and/or CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD) is preferred.

Person Specification

  • Proficient in advanced CAD software, mechanical design principles, tolerancing, and design for manufacture.
  • Strong knowledge of licensor design standards, IMO regulations, and classification society requirements.
  • Sound understanding of materials engineering and material selection.
  • Proven project management and cross-functional coordination skills.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering systems such as PLM, ERP, and FEA software.
  • Effective technical documentation and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated leadership ability, with experience mentoring junior engineers and driving continuous improvement.

Key Accountabilities

  • Lead the development of 2D/3D CAD models and establish design and drawing standards in line with licensor requirements.
  • Liaise with the licensor and technical partners to resolve engineering issues and support design development.
  • Design structural engine components, ensuring robust and manufacturable solutions.
  • Oversee CAD models, engineering drawings, and parts lists to ensure compliance and support timely procurement.
  • Provide technical support during customer engagements, including engine selection and Extent of Delivery (EOD) preparation.
  • Lead the resolution of major production and quality issues, including Non-Conformity Reports (NCRs) and the List of Differences (LOD).
  • Identify and implement design improvements to enhance cost efficiency, material utilisation, and production performance.
  • Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing within the design team.
  • Perform any other duties as assigned by the line manager.

    IMPORTANT – PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING

    These vacancies are for experienced international drilling and workover professionals for assignments in Saudi Arabia. Please apply only if you meet the stated qualification, experience and operational requirements for the position, are available for the required rotation, and are willing and able to travel to Saudi Arabia and attend interviews when required.


    PRE-APPLICATION EXPERIENCE SCREENING

    To ensure compatibility with current client contracts and deployment requirements, please confirm whether you have the required level of direct, on-site professional experience relevant to the position advertised, gained in the following international operating environments: the UK, Europe, North/Central/South America and the Caribbean, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Japan, China, Russia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Tajikistan, Moldova, Poland, Kyrgyzstan, Lithuania, Turkmenistan, Armenia, Latvia or Estonia.


    Do you have the required years of direct, on-site professional experience relevant to this position in one or more of the international operating environments listed above?


    Immigration & Logistics Data Collection:

    The following information is collected to assess work authorisation, Saudi visa and deployment requirements, client allocation arrangements and mobilisation logistics associated with assignments in Saudi Arabia. This information is considered alongside the professional qualifications, experience and other requirements of the position applied for.

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