Plant and Equipment Mechanical Engineer

Description

About you: 

Join us. Unleash your energy within. 

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we're the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. 

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we're far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. 

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. 

We're a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs: 

As Kent, we're tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It's the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen.  Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG

We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY

We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE

We are built on INFINITE THINKING

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Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: 

We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We're heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.  

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.  

About the job: 

Kent is looking for a P&E Mechanical Engineer – TA3 based in Basra, Iraq

The P&E Mechanical Engineer – TA3 provide technical expertise for mechanical static equipment across all phases of the BGC Opportunity Realization Process (ORP), supporting brownfield and greenfield developments. The role ensures technical integrity, compliance with standards, and high-quality engineering deliverables within the Mechanical discipline..

Skills and Responsibilities:  

Responsibilities:

• Provide Mechanical discipline input to designated RTA3 control point deliverables per the Project Controls and Assurance Plan (PCAP).
• Ensure overall quality of assigned ATA3 control point deliverables.
• Escalate multi-discipline technical conflicts to Mechanical Static TA2.
• Support pre-DG3 project stages including opportunity framing, concept selection, and development of Basis of Design documents.
• Conduct and participate in site scoping surveys.
• Compile historical equipment data (specifications, vendor data, maintenance history).
• Ensure DEM1 & DEM2 requirements are incorporated into design specifications, especially rotating equipment safeguarding.
• Develop discipline input for equipment purchase specifications in alignment with BGC, API, ASME and other international standards.
• Specify design performance standards for safety-critical elements in design and commissioning documents.
• Participate in key assurance reviews: 3D Model Reviews, DSRs, HAZOP, SIL, constructability reviews, etc., including action close-outs.
• Conduct or review technical bid evaluations.
• Develop risk-based inspection (RBI) plans for assessing condition of in-service or out-of-service equipment.
• Evaluate equipment condition and recommend repair or replacement strategies.
• Review vendor documentation—drawings, datasheets, narratives—for compliance with project requirements.
• Ensure vendor documentation meets quality requirements for asset handover.
• Respond to vendor technical queries and review two-year operating spare parts lists.
• Attend vendor workshops for inspections and FAT when necessary.
• Provide technical support to design contractors.
• Provide site presence during construction and commissioning for guidance, inspections, SATs, and technical query resolution.
• Periodically review and recommend updates to Mechanical discipline standards.
• Support Asset teams during turnaround events on refurbishments and major equipment overhauls.
• Coach and support graduate Mechanical engineers.
• Attend training and development activities as per the Individual Development Plan (IDP).

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience: 

Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification: 

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering (mandatory).
• Associate Membership of IMechE or equivalent (preferred).
• Minimum 10 years' experience in mechanical static equipment design, maintenance, or technical support within the oil & gas industry.
• Excellent English communication skills (written & verbal).

Equipment & Systems Covered

• Process piping
• Pressure vessels
• Unfired heat exchangers
• Fired heaters
• HVAC systems
• Atmospheric and refrigerated storage tanks
• Pipelines

Skills and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Mechanical static equipment design, inspection, and integrity management.
• Strong understanding of international standards (API, ASME, ISO).
• Ability to interpret complex engineering documentation and produce high-quality technical reports.
• Strong understanding of project phases, controls, and assurance processes.
• Proficiency in risk-based inspection methodologies.
• Strong communication and technical writing skills.
• Ability to influence, intervene, and uphold HSSE and process safety standards.
• Multi-disciplinary coordination and problem-solving capability.
• Experience in construction, commissioning, and site-based technical support.

Communication:

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.

HSSEQ:

• Supports and ensures compliance with all Health, Safety, Security, Environment, and Quality (HSSEQ) standards. Promotes a proactive safety culture and continuous improvement in site operations.

Details about the role: 

Location:  Iraq

Relocation required: No

Travel required: No

Contract type: Full time 28/28 rotation

Experience level: 10+ years

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