Resident Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulic Steel Structures

EWI is hiring a Resident Mechanical Engineer for hydraulic steel structures in Pakistan. The role involves overseeing mechanical works on hydropower projects, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and providing technical leadership. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and extensive experience in similar projects. This position requires on-site work and offers a long-term contract with competitive remuneration.
Resident Mechanical Engineer - Hydraulic Steel Structures

Location: Pakistan

About the Role

Our client is seeking highly qualified and experienced Resident Engineers to oversee mechanical works related to hydraulic steel structures on large-scale hydropower infrastructure projects.

These roles are based on-site in Pakistan and offer long-term engagement on technically complex and nationally significant developments.

The successful candidates will be responsible for supervising the execution of mechanical works, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and providing leadership and technical oversight throughout the construction phase.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead and supervise all mechanical works related to hydraulic steel structures, including gates, penstocks, valves, and associated components.
• Ensure that all works are carried out in accordance with approved designs, specifications, and international standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure adherence to project schedules and quality benchmarks.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, electrical, and structural engineers.
• Review technical documentation, drawings, and method statements.
• Provide on-site engineering solutions and resolve technical issues as they arise.
• Prepare regular progress reports and contribute to project meetings and reviews.

Candidate Profile
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 20 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering.
• At least 15 years of experience supervising mechanical works, with a strong focus on hydraulic steel structures in hydropower or similar infrastructure projects.
• Minimum of 10 years in a leadership role as Resident Engineer or Assistant Resident Engineer on comparable projects.

Additional Requirements
• Strong understanding of international codes and standards related to hydraulic steel structures.
• Proven ability to manage contractors and ensure quality control on-site.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Willingness to work in remote project locations on a full-time basis.

What's on Offer
• Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
• Long-term contract with potential for extension.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact infrastructure projects with a reputable client.
• Professional working environment with international teams.

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit their CV via application link or send to Deji Ogunsola (d.ogunsola@ewi-group.com)

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.