Senior Mechanical Engineer – Ports & Marine

About the role

We are looking for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join Egis’ operations team in Kuwait, focusing on the design, installation, and optimisation of mechanical systems for port and marine infrastructure. The role involves leading a multidisciplinary team to ensure equipment reliability, safety compliance, and operational excellence in a dynamic maritime environment.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and oversee installation of mechanical systems and equipment for port infrastructure, including cargo handling machinery, conveyor systems, and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment.
• Conduct detailed technical analyses and troubleshoot mechanical failures, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to minimise downtime.
• Lead and mentor a team of mechanical engineers and technicians, providing technical guidance and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.
• Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programmes to optimise equipment performance and extend asset lifespan.
• Prepare comprehensive technical documentation such as design specifications, maintenance manuals and standard operating procedures.
• Ensure all mechanical systems comply with international regulations, industry standards (IMCA, ISO) and local Kuwait regulations.
• Collaborate with operations, procurement and safety departments to coordinate equipment upgrades and maintenance schedules.
• Evaluate vendor proposals and manage relationships with equipment suppliers and contractors.
• Conduct risk assessments and HAZOP analyses for mechanical installations.

Required profile

• Senior‑level experience in mechanical engineering, preferably within ports or marine environments.
• Proven ability to lead and develop engineering teams.
• Strong knowledge of international safety standards (IMCA, ISO) and local regulatory requirements.
• Extensive experience with preventive and predictive maintenance strategies.
• Demonstrated expertise in technical analysis, troubleshooting and root‑cause resolution.
• Ability to produce detailed technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Experience working cross‑functionally with operations, procurement and safety teams.
• Vendor management and procurement evaluation experience.
• Competence in conducting risk assessments and HAZOP studies.

Required skills

• Mechanical system design for port infrastructure.
• Cargo handling machinery.
• Conveyor system engineering.
• Hydraulic and pneumatic equipment expertise.
• Technical analysis and failure troubleshooting.
• Preventive and predictive maintenance planning.
• Technical documentation (design specs, maintenance manuals, SOPs).
• Knowledge of IMCA standards.
• Knowledge of ISO standards.
• Risk assessment and HAZOP analysis.