Design Engineer

Location: Al Jubail, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia

Department: ABIS / Support Services

Workplace: on_site

Employment Type: full

Description

• Responsible for the design and engineering of pressure vessels, storage tanks, and heat exchangers per ASME, API, and TEMA standards.
• Ensures compliance with Saudi Aramco requirements and client-specific certifications; performs mechanical calculations using PV Elite, COMPRESS, or similar tools.
• Manages and reviews outsourced design deliverables; supports bid evaluations, scope reviews, and client clarifications.
• Coordinates with QA/QC for inspection and material compliance.
• Prepares nozzle loadings, supports, weld designs, and assembly drawings.
• provides fabrication support and resolves shop floor queries, and integrates all design documents into complete project engineering deliverables.

Requirements

• Strong working knowledge of ASME Section VIII (Div. 1 & 2), ASME Section II & IX, API 650/620/660/661, and TEMA standards.

• Proficiency in mechanical design and analysis software: PV Elite, COMPRESS, or equivalent pressure vessel/heat exchanger design tools.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and/or relevant 3D modeling software for drawing review and markup.

• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco engineering standards (SAES/SAEP series) and material specifications.

• Sound understanding of welding processes, weld joint design, and NDE/inspection requirements relevant to pressure equipment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, with attention to detail in calculations and documentation.

• Effective coordination and communication skills for working across engineering, QA/QC, procurement, and fabrication teams.

• Ability to manage multiple deliverables and outsourced inputs against project schedules.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent) from a recognized university.

• Minimum 5–10 years of relevant experience in the design of pressure vessels, storage tanks, and/or heat exchangers within an EPC, fabrication, or oil & gas engineering environment.

• Prior experience on Saudi Aramco or similar major oil & gas client projects strongly preferred.

• Experience reviewing or managing outsourced/subcontracted design engineering deliverables is an advantage.