Lead Mechanical Engineer (Packages)

Company overview

Bilfinger is a global industrial services organization focused on improving efficiency and sustainability across process-industry operations. The company employs more than 31,000 people and reported revenue of over €5.4 billion in 2025. Its services cover consulting, engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, turnaround support, and digital solutions for sectors such as energy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and oil & gas.

In the Middle East, Bilfinger delivers a wide range of services including feasibility studies, conceptual and detailed design, project management, and construction supervision. The company supports oil & gas, power, water, infrastructure, and industrial projects while aiming for international compliance, cost-effective delivery, and sustainable outcomes. It also provides asset integrity management, plant maintenance, and turnaround services to improve reliability, operational efficiency, and the service life of critical facilities. The regional team consists of around 3,600+ employees.

Bilfinger promotes a workplace where people can develop professionally and contribute to impactful projects shaping the future.

Role summary

The Lead Mechanical Engineer (Packages) will report to the Discipline Team Leader/Manager and the Project Manager, taking full responsibility for assigned mechanical engineering tasks within the project scope.

Key responsibilities

The role involves delivering mechanical engineering and design work across concept, FEED, and detailed engineering stages in line with the design basis, project requirements, client specifications, procedures, and applicable codes and standards.

The engineer will also prepare and review technical documents and engineering deliverables for packaged equipment, attend coordination and review meetings, and support technical clarifications with the client.

Technical deliverables

• Mechanical data sheets
• Equipment specifications
• Material requisitions for enquiry and purchase
• Technical bid evaluations and tabulations
• Vendor document reviews

Package engineering scope

The position requires design work for packages in accordance with relevant international standards, including API 610, API 675, API 618, ISO 5199, and ASME Section VIII. Relevant package experience includes Vapour Recovery Units, DM plants, nitrogen generation systems, truck loading arms, air compressor packages, flare packages, wastewater treatment packages, clarifiers, and dosing skids.

Experience and client interface

The candidate should be comfortable participating in progress reviews, design reviews, and clarification meetings with clients. Prior exposure to QatarEnergy, Shell DEP, and tank terminal projects is considered an advantage.

Additional information

Professional Mechanical Engineering degree is required. A background of 15+ years in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultant is expected. Familiarity with design and analysis software is necessary. MMUP certification will be considered an added advantage.

Equal opportunity statement

Bilfinger is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Application contact

For more information, contact Gelson Dsouza at [email protected].