Mechanical Engineer – LSIC

7 سبتمبر، 2022

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Requisition ID: 260903

Relocation Authorized: International – Single
Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project
Work Location: Riyadh

Project Information:

Bechtel is one of the top Engineering, Procurement and Construction companies in the world. SAUDI ARABIAN MILITARY INDUSTRIES (SAMI) is a national holding company owned 100% by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), a sovereign wealth fund owned by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Bechtel was contracted to provide Project Management/Construction Management (PM/CM) services to manage the design and construction of a Land Systems Industrial Complex (LSIC) for SAMI. As part of the Vision 2030, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia aims to become self-sufficient in manufacturing military vehicles. In support of this goal, SAMI Land Systems (LS) are building the capabilities to manufacture vehicles locally, as well as developing Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul and Upgrade (MROU) facilities. Consequently, adequate infrastructure needs to be in place to create an efficient, reliable production system.

One of the key stages of Land Systems manufacturing strategy is to build the new LSIC in Al Kharj (south of Riyadh city) with manufacturing and assembly facilities with a footprint of over 80,000m2 capable of producing heavy and Artillery vehicles. This facility will be designed and built over the next 3 years. We invite you to join our team for this interesting opportunity! This position is contingent upon contract award.

Role Overview:

This position based in Riyadh with as-needed site visits to Al Kharj is for a Mechanical Engineer who will provide engineering design, review of design by the Design Consultant, field support services and oversight to the Design and Build Contractor and other services for various facilities and systems designs associated with SAMI projects. The successful candidate must have strong organizational and teamwork skills, proven problem-solving abilities for MEP, can-do attitude, and the desire to innovate solutions for timely and cost-effective project execution.

Job Responsibilities:

· Review contractor design drawings and specifications (including RFPs) for constructability and conformance to project requirements.

· Review and approve contractor's submittals for conformance with the requirements of the contract drawings and specifications.

· Review and approve design drawings, calculations, documents, shop drawings, samples of materials and components, catalog information, certificates of compliance and provide technical responses to Requests for Information (RFIs). Ensure requests for deviations or changes to any terms and conditions of the contract are coordinated and approved, as appropriate with Customer.

· Participate in pre-award meetings, as appropriate.

· Design/Review of Mechanical systems for Industrial Buildings, including Air Conditioning systems (HVAC), chilled water, HVAC controls and Ventilation System, Fire Fighting & Suppression System, Compressed Air system, Water system, Emergency Diesel Generator, RO system, and Lifting Equipment’s (Cranes/Hoists) etc.

· Ensure the implementation and enforcement of Fire Safety Engineering standards and procedures.

· Technically evaluate quality of Fire Safety Systems testing & inspection activities are conducted as per related standards and codes and in accordance with established schedule for all fire safety systems in Land system facilities and corrective actions are taken to ensure systems readiness and operation

· Attend post-award contract meetings, such as post-award kickoff meetings, pre-construction conferences, informal or formal partnering meetings, schedule acceptance meeting, design review meetings, weekly progress meetings, and Facility Turnover Planning Meetings.

· Visit construction sites to monitor progress and resolve construction issues in a timely manner.

· Provide technical solutions to unforeseen problems that arise during the contract duration in coordination with the construction contractor. Notify the Customer immediately if an associated cost increase arises.

· Assist in identifying the need for a modification to scope, cost and/or schedule based on collaboration with the construction contractor and/or other entities.

· Provide technical support to the acquisition team for claims/disputes/terminations processing and resolution.

· Assist with construction quality assurance by performing code required special inspections or required observations.

· Witness acceptance testing of the various systems and structures as part of integral facility commissioning process.

· Evaluation and notification of any significant event or technical deficiency associated with subcontractor performance.

· Perform remote 3D Model design reviews with multiple design offices and contractors.

· Represent the client in technical meetings and Value Engineering analysis

· Perform constructability reviews on solicitation packages whether they consist of performance and prescriptive requirements for design-build procurements or plans and specifications for design-bid-build procurements.

· Prepare and analyze post award cost estimates. Perform technical analysis on contractor cost proposals.

· Coordination with Field Engineering and strong interdisciplinary coordination.

Basic Qualifications:

Grade 26 – BS degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university with minimum 12 years of relevant experience in the design of buildings HVAC, chilled water, HVAC controls, plumbing, fire protection systems, compressed air system, water systems (potable/process), Lifting equipment’s etc.

Relevant experience includes, but is not limited to, P&IDs, calculations, specifications for Mechanical systems and equipment on Infrastructure, Power Plants, Refineries or Chemical Process facilities.

Registered Professional or Chartered Engineer (Mechanical Engineering) in the United States, UK or equivalent.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Hands-on Microsoft office programs and other computer programs.

· Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes & standards (Saudi & International), and other statutory requirements affecting mechanical engineering design throughout the area of responsibility such as, but not limited to SBC, ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, IBC, IMC, IPC, IFC, ANSI, ASME, AWWA, API etc.

· Extensive knowledge of design and review of HVAC system for different type of Industrial Buildings .

· Good knowledge and Experience in Fire Safety standards and procedures development, safety management systems, incidents investigation, risk assessments, and safety in design

· Excellent oral & written communications skills.

· Experience in manufacturing or industrial type plant.

· Must be able to complete a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

· Must be able to obtain and maintain a Saudi Visa.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience with Facility Management, Project Management, or Construction Management on commercial/industrial type facilities.

· Knowledge of International Building Code (IBC), Saudi Building Code (SBC 201), Saudi Mechanical Code (SBC 501), Saudi Sanitary Code (SBC 701-702), Saudi Fire Code (SBC 801)

· Experience in use of software- TRACE 700, HAP, Elite, PipeNet, MS Word, Visio, and Excel.

· Provide support to Construction Dept. Review construction shop drawings and materials submittals, technical queries as required. Attend site visits and inspections.

· Provide guidance on the preparation of mechanical design calculations

· Knowledge of local, state, federal, and foreign country laws, codes, and other statutory requirements affecting mechanical engineering design throughout the area of responsibility.

· Ability to perform constructability reviews.

· Ability to read and understand contractor baseline schedules.

· Experience with Autocad and Revit design tools.

· Experience with an Electronic Document management system (ACONEX or similar).

· Previous Bechtel experience.

· Ability to identify, communicate and coordinate with corporate engineering reach-back resources, as needed.

· Previous experience working in Saudi Arabia or Middle East.

· Mentor graduate/junior engineers and train Saudi Mechanical Engineers.

· Skilled and experienced in the writing/development of CSI format specifications and guides for all major mechanical equipment and services encountered in industrial buildings.

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