Target Engineering is seeking an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our growing team and lead the development, execution, and delivery of mechanical engineering solutions across major Oil & Gas EPC projects in Abu Dhabi. You will oversee the mechanical engineering function, drive technical excellence, and collaborate with project management and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
About Target Engineering – EPC Industry Leader
Legacy: Over 50 years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure
Capabilities: In-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary engineering
Project Scale: Large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects
Culture: A business with deep technical roots where your voice and impact are visible
Reference Code: 2026-SPRF/07/300
Career Growth & Mega Project Opportunity
Strategic Location: Abu Dhabi – hub for UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC mega projects
Technical Depth: Lead design across piping, HVAC, rotating, and static equipment systems
Software Proficiency: Work with SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD, and Primavera
Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth within a legacy of excellence
Position Overview
This Lead Mechanical Engineer role at Target Engineering involves leading the design and development of mechanical systems including piping, HVAC, rotating, and static equipment, ensuring compliance with ASME, API, and ISO standards, planning and managing mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, overseeing procurement and vendor management, providing technical leadership during construction and commissioning, and leading a team of mechanical engineers and designers.
Why This Role Matters: As Lead Mechanical Engineer at Target Engineering, you shape the mechanical engineering backbone of UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC mega projects, lead and mentor a high-performing team of engineers and designers, drive technical excellence across piping, HVAC, and rotating equipment systems, ensure world-class safety and quality standards on major infrastructure, and advance your career within a company with over 50 years of engineering legacy.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical System Design & Engineering
- Lead the design and development of piping, HVAC, rotating, and static equipment systems
- Review and approve engineering calculations, technical specifications, and design drawings
- Ensure compliance with ASME, API, ISO, and client specifications
- Identify technical risks and develop mitigation strategies
Project Planning & Execution
- Plan and manage mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle
- Develop engineering schedules and resource plans aligned with project objectives
- Support Project Managers and Directors in achieving milestones, budgets, and quality
- Monitor engineering progress and implement corrective actions where necessary
Procurement & Vendor Management
- Prepare and approve technical requisitions for mechanical equipment and materials
- Evaluate vendor proposals and participate in technical bid evaluations and negotiations
- Review vendor documentation and oversee supplier inspections
Construction, Commissioning & HSE Leadership
- Provide technical leadership during construction, commissioning, and start-up activities
- Verify installations comply with approved designs and quality standards
- Lead safety reviews, risk assessments, and promote a strong safety culture
Quality, Team Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Establish and maintain quality control processes for mechanical deliverables
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of mechanical engineers and designers
- Act as the focal point for all mechanical engineering matters with clients and stakeholders
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 15 years of mechanical engineering experience within Oil & Gas EPC, Power Generation, Industrial Plants, Marine, or Civil Construction
- Minimum 5 years in a lead or managerial engineering position managing multidisciplinary teams
Essential Skills
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering principles, systems, and equipment
- Extensive experience with rotating equipment, static equipment, piping, and HVAC systems
- Thorough understanding of ASME, API, ISO, and relevant industry regulations
- Proficiency in SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD, and Primavera
- Strong project planning, budgeting, and execution capabilities
About Target Engineering
Target Engineering brings over 50 years of experience in EPC and industrial infrastructure. With in-house fabrication, marine expertise, and multidisciplinary capability, the company delivers projects with scale, confidence, and care. At Target Engineering, employees work on large-scale energy, marine, and civil infrastructure projects, joining a business with deep technical roots where their voice is heard and their impact is visible.
Career Excellence: Shape a high-performing engineering team and contribute to UAE’s Oil and Gas EPC mega projects with Target Engineering in Abu Dhabi.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Mechanical Engineers: With 15+ years in Oil & Gas EPC or industrial infrastructure
- Engineering Team Leaders: Experienced managing multidisciplinary engineering teams
- Piping & Rotating Equipment Specialists: Skilled in ASME, API, and ISO compliance
- EPC Project Engineers: Comfortable with construction, commissioning, and site support
- CAD/Engineering Software Experts: Proficient in SolidWorks, ANSYS, AutoCAD, or Primavera
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