Workshop Engineer; Turbomachinery

Overview & Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly analytical and proactive Workshop Engineer (Turbo machinery) to join our growing operations at the KEZAD Free Zone facility in Abu Dhabi. This role is a cornerstone of our technical team, responsible for the engineering integrity and successful execution of complex projects involving steam turbines, centrifugal compressors, and pumps. As a Workshop Engineer, you will independently lead technical projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are delivered within budget and schedule.

You will bridge the gap between high-level engineering theory and shop-floor execution, providing the technical expertise necessary to improve product systems, innovate new processes, and maintain our competitive edge in the turbo machinery industry.

Project Oversight:
Independently plan, budget, schedule, and direct the execution of technical projects, major applications, and tests. Objective Alignment:
Ensure all projects meet established objectives within allocated time, cost, and resource constraints. Systems Improvement:
Complete designated analytical, experimental, and application programs aimed at product/systems improvement, development, and cost reduction. Documentation:
Expand and improve design information procedures and practices, issuing all applicable technical documentation.

Design Control:
Review and approve design layouts and associated manufacturing drawings for all assigned projects and shop orders. Complex Calculations:
Perform advanced calculations using both analytical and computer-based methods (including finite-element analysis (FEA) and solids modeling). Programming & Modeling:
Utilize and/or develop computer programs to resolve engineering problems, including commercial software and self-designed programs (e.g., FORTRAN, BASIC, C++). Analysis Discernment:
Discern when to apply basic versus detailed analyses for various engineering challenges.

Technical Innovation:
Provide original ideas and innovation; collaborate with the corporate patent department on new ideas and patent applications. Knowledge Sharing:
Occasionally submit technical papers for publication and provide regular status updates and reports to supervision. Competitive Intelligence:
Institute new programs based on state-of-the-art technology and application processes to maintain market competitiveness. Strategy Alignment:
Maintain a deep understanding of company objectives, strategic plans, and technical roadmaps as they apply to products and systems.

Consultative Expertise:
Provide technical guidance to Application and Materials Engineering, Sales, Marketing, Project Management, Purchasing, Production, Service, and Associate Plants. Personnel Development:
Provide technical leadership and assist in the development of personnel within your assigned discipline. Inter-departmental Coordination:
Coordinate and follow up on activities across different departments to ensure proper phasing and timing of common objectives. Team Participation:
Active participation in Product Management Team activities as assigned.

• Strong engineering foundation and the ability to work independently on high-stakes technical assignments.
• Mastery of turbo machinery engineering principles (turbines, compressors, pumps).
• Advanced proficiency in Finite-Element Analysis (FEA) and solids modeling.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as FORTRAN, BASIC or C++ for engineering problem resolution.
• Proven ability to independently plan and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Strong aptitude for innovation, with the ability to generate patentable ideas or publish technical papers.
• High-level analytical skills to resolve complex engineering problems.
• Leadership qualities with an interest in developing and mentoring others.
• Excellent communication skills to provide technical expertise to diverse departments (Sales, Purchasing, Production, etc.).
• A proactive approach to productivity and quality improvements.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or a related discipline).
• Significant experience in a mechanical manufacturing or service workshop environment.
• Commitment to ongoing career development and staying current with industry technology.

This is a full-time, on-site permanent position based out of our Repair Facility in KEZAD Free Zone, Abu Dhabi.