Job Description (JD) Mechanical Engineer

Position Title: Mechanical Engineer

Location:

Project Site / Power Plant

Job Summary

The Mechanical Engineer shall be responsible for supervising and coordinating mechanical works related to dismantling, inspection, preservation, packing, transportation, installation, and commissioning of major power plant equipment. The role includes ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical Supervision

- Supervise dismantling and reassembly activities of major plant equipment, including Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSGs, Generators, Pumps, Compressors, and Balance of Plant (BOP) systems.
- Verify equipment condition through visual inspection and detailed documentation before dismantling.
- Ensure proper tagging, identification, and preservation of dismantled equipment.
- Monitor mechanical installation, alignment, and assembly activities as per approved procedures.
- Review mechanical drawings, vendor manuals, and technical specifications.

Quality Control

- Ensure mechanical activities comply with project specifications, quality plans, and applicable codes and standards.
- Conduct inspections and witness mechanical tests.
- Verify packing lists, shipment records, and material inventories.
- Maintain quality records and inspection reports.

Project Coordination

- Coordinate with clients, contractors, vendors, and logistics teams regarding equipment handling and transportation.
- Monitor progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.




- Participate in project review meetings and provide technical inputs.
- Support planning and execution of lifting and transportation activities for heavy equipment.

Health, Safety & Setting (HSE)

- Ensure compliance with site safety rules, permit-to-work systems, and environmental requirements.
- Monitor safe execution of dismantling, lifting, and installation activities.
- Participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site inspections.
- Identify hazards and recommend corrective actions.

Documentation & Reporting

- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
- Maintain records of inspections, preservation activities, and mechanical work completion.
- Review contractor reports and documentation.
- Assist in preparing punch lists and project close-out documents.

Qualifications

- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 15+ years of experience in power plants, oil & gas, petrochemical, or heavy industrial projects.
- Experience in Combined Cycle Power Plants (CCPP), Thermal Power Plants, or Industrial Plant Projects is preferred.
- Familiarity with Gas Turbines, Steam Turbines, HRSGs, Generators, Pumps, and Auxiliaries.

Required Skills

- Mechanical Equipment Installation & Dismantling
- QA/QC Inspection
- Equipment Preservation Techniques
- Heavy Lifting & Logistics Coordination
- Technical Documentation
- Client & Contractor Coordination
- Problem Solving and Leadership

Preferred Experience

- Power Plant Dismantling and Relocation Projects

Key Equipment Expertise: Gas Turbine, Steam Turbine, HRSG, Generator, Condenser, Cooling Water Systems, Pumps, Compressors, Piping Systems, Boilers, and Balance of Plant Equipment.

📌 Mechanical Engineer (India)
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