Mechanical Installation Engineer

About the job

Mechanical Gas Turbine Installation Engineer

Location: Saudi Arabia

Contract: 12+ Months

Rotation: Sunday – Thursday

Start Date: ASAP

About the Opportunity

Janikin Energy is currently supporting the mobilisation of experienced Mechanical Gas Turbine Installation Engineers for a major Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCGT) project in Saudi Arabia.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a large-scale power generation project, supporting the mechanical installation, erection, mechanical completion, commissioning and start-up of heavy-duty gas turbines.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and execute the mechanical installation of heavy-duty gas turbines and associated auxiliary systems.
• Support turbine erection, mechanical assembly and installation activities.
• Carry out rotor, casing and bearing installation in accordance with OEM procedures.
• Perform shaft and laser alignment activities.
• Support piping installation, mechanical completion and system turnover.
• Assist with pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Support First Fire and Reliability Run activities.
• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with project quality standards.
• Coordinate with construction, commissioning and OEM teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Prepare technical reports and installation documentation where required.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent experience).
• Proven experience on major Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCGT) projects.
• Hands-on experience with heavy-duty gas turbine installation.
• Experience across:
• Mechanical Installation
• Turbine Erection
• Rotor Installation
• Casing Installation
• Bearing Installation
• Shaft/Laser Alignment
• Mechanical Completion
• Commissioning
• Start-up
• First Fire
• Reliability Run
• Previous experience working with OEMs or major EPC contractors is highly desirable.

Preferred Experience

Experience with one or more of the following turbine models is highly advantageous:

• Siemens SGT5-8000H
• Siemens SGT6-9000HL
• Siemens SGT5-4000F
• Other Siemens heavy-duty gas turbines

What's on Offer

• 12+ month contract.
• Competitive hourly rate.
• Accommodation provided.
• Transport provided.
• Flights provided.
• Daily allowance.
• Opportunity to work on one of Saudi Arabia's flagship power generation projects.