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Ref: SP063-40
Job description / Role
POSITION SUMMARY
An opportunities is now available for a Mechanical Commissioning Engineer – Team Lead to support the Jazan IGCC commissioning and start-up phase. The duration of the assignment is approximately 24 months with an additional option to roll into a long-term operations assignment. This is an on-site position in Jazan, Saudi Arabia working 8 weeks on with 2 weeks off.
The incumbent will report to the Commissioning Engineering Manager and will lead 8 to 10 Mechanical Commissioning Engineers dedicated to several operating units: Gasification/Acid Gas Removal/Hydrogen Recovery, Soot Ash Recovery, Sulfur Recovery, and Utilities.
This position is intended to target candidates with field/operations experience in large process plants. The Jazan IGCC team supports the safe and efficient leadership, planning, commissioning and start-up of process gas units, including our newly acquired gasification technologies.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Jazan IGCC Mechanical Commissioning Engineer - Team Lead will provide knowledge and experience on various non-rotating mechanicalfixed equipment to facilitate successful commissioning of the IGCC mechanical assets through the commissioning, start-up and start-up stabilization periods. The incumbents will function as part of the IGCC commissioning team, to bring equipment online in a safe, consistent manner in support of the overall IGCC project.
The mechanical equipment assets include a wide array of process plant equipment including: pressure vessels; piping, piping connections, piping support systems, piping insulation; spring hangers; hoses, materials handling equipment; refractory systems; manual valves and specialty piping items; dust suppression systems; fire protection systems; and a wide variety of stationary equipment (filter presses, bag houses, silos, etc.)
Other duties and responsibilities include:
• Plan and prepare mechanical systems for first time start-up as part of the mechanical engineering team.
• Contribute to the creation and/or improvement of mechanical commissioning procedures where required.
• Lead & execute specific commissioning test activities.
• Work alongside other discipline engineers (such as controls, process and inspection) to ensure to facilitate safe and successful commissioning of mechanical equipment.
Requirements
• BS in Mechanical Engineering
• Have a minimum 10 years of experience experience in plant engineering or operating plant engineering with a strong focus on plant operations/startups
• Demonstrated leadership of team exceeding 5 people
About the Company
Air Products touches the lives of consumers around the globe in positive ways every day. With approximately 16,000 employees and operations in 50 countries, we serve customers across a wide range of industries, including refining, chemical, metals, electronics, manufacturing, and food and beverage. We supply a unique portfolio of atmospheric and process gases, equipment and services.
Founded in 1940, Air Products has built a reputation for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Our passionate, talented and committed employees from diverse backgrounds are driven by Air Products’ higher purpose to create innovative solutions that benefit the environment, enhance sustainability and address the challenges facing customers, communities and the world.