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Lead, Mechanical Engineer
About this role
Aut Energy Resources Limited, an oil and gas services company, seeks an experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership over installation, operation, maintenance, reliability and optimization of mechanical systems across its service operations in Rivers. The role involves leading engineering activities, supervising teams, ensuring compliance with standards and safety, and driving operational excellence. It requires coordinating with operations, HSE, procurement, vendors and clients to ensure project delivery. The position targets senior/lead engineers with extensive mechanical engineering experience in oil and gas. Employment is full-time and based in Rivers with travel as needed.
What you would do
- Manage mechanical engineering projects from planning through execution and close-out
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, technicians and maintenance personnel
- Coordinate with Operations, HSE, Procurement, Vendors and Clients to ensure project delivery
- Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, engineering standards and HSE requirements
- Conduct root cause failure analyses and develop sustainable solutions to recurring equipment issues
- Lead and supervise mechanical engineering, maintenance and inspection activities across projects and sites
- Develop and implement preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance strategies
- Support business development by providing technical input during bids and projects
- Monitor equipment integrity, performance indicators and maintenance KPIs
- Prepare technical reports, budgets, engineering recommendations and project updates for management
What they are asking for
- Bachelor's Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering
- 8-10 years of relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/leadership role in oil and gas
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications and reports
- Strong understanding of reliability, maintenance management and asset integrity
- Experience with pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, piping systems, pressure vessels and rotating/static equipment
- Leadership, communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of API, ASME, ISO standards and Nigerian regulatory requirements
- Proficiency with CMMS and engineering software tools
- Willingness to travel and work at project/client sites as required
- COREN registration and NSE or equivalent membership is an advantage
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