Mechanical Project & Maintenance Engineer

About the role

Al-Rabwah Food Industries, a Jordanian manufacturer of vegetable oils and margarine based in Salt Industrial City, is looking for a Mechanical Project & Maintenance Engineer. The role covers reviewing mechanical designs and documentation, supervising mechanical installation and piping, and taking responsibility for mechanical maintenance after factory start-up.

Key responsibilities

• Review and verify mechanical drawings, layouts, P&IDs, equipment specifications and technical documentation.
• Review mechanical procurement quotations, prepare technical comparisons and evaluate suppliers and contractors.
• Coordinate and supervise mechanical piping design, routing, installation and testing.
• Supervise installation of production equipment, utility systems, tanks, pumps, valves and mechanical accessories.
• Coordinate with equipment suppliers and contractors to ensure proper integration of all mechanical systems.
• Monitor installation progress, quality, safety and compliance with approved drawings and technical specifications.
• Participate in equipment inspections, testing, commissioning and final handover.
• Develop preventive maintenance plans, spare parts lists and maintenance procedures.
• Take responsibility for mechanical maintenance activities after factory start-up.
• Maintain mechanical documentation, as-built drawings, equipment records and maintenance reports.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in industrial projects, mechanical installation, piping and maintenance.
• Experience in food processing plants is strongly preferred.
• Good English communication skills.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of steam, compressed air, refrigeration, pumps, piping and utility systems.
• Ability to read and review P&IDs and mechanical drawings.
• Technical evaluation, coordination and problem-solving skills.