Lead Mechanical Engineer

Head Energy is looking for a skilled/experienced Lead Mechanical Engineer

Pnr: 21785

Job Description:

• Lead and coordinate all offshore mechanical engineering activities during Pre-EPC, EPC, and EPCIC phases.
• Define mechanical design philosophy, execution strategy, and discipline scope of work.
• Ensure mechanical equipment and systems (pressure vessels, rotating/static equipment, cranes, lifting devices etc) comply with offshore standards and project requirements.
• Develop specifications, datasheets, mechanical requisitions, and interface documents for offshore equipment and systems.
• Interface with construction, installation, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless integration and readiness for offshore execution.
• Review and approve vendor documentation and ensure follow-up on FATs, inspections, preservation, and certification.
• Participate in risk assessments, HAZOP, HAZID, design reviews, model reviews, and constructability sessions.
• Ensure mechanical design and installation are optimized for offshore safety, reliability, maintainability, and operability.
• Manage technical deviations, change control (MOC), and technical queries.
• Lead and mentor mechanical discipline engineers and ensure quality deliverables across all project milestones.
• Key Deliverables
• Offshore mechanical design documentation: specifications, datasheets, layout drawings, 3D model input, and discipline design basis.
• Technical requisitions and bid evaluations for offshore mechanical equipment.
• Vendor document reviews and discipline approval of offshore equipment and packages.
• Mechanical interface and tie-in coordination with other offshore systems.
• Installation support documentation, lifting and handling studies, and preservation plans.
• Commissioning readiness input and final mechanical system handover documentation.
• Discipline progress and risk reporting for Pre-EPC, EPC, and EPCIC stages.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 8–10 years of mechanical engineering experience, with at least 5 years in offshore oil & gas or offshore energy projects.
• Proven experience through Pre-EPC, EPC, and EPCIC phases, including offshore installation and commissioning.
• Deep knowledge of offshore regulations and design standards (e.g., NORSOK, DNV, ASME, API, ISO).
• Experience with rotating/static equipment, pressure systems, and offshore lifting systems.
• Familiarity with 3D modelling tools (E3D, PDMS), analysis software (e.g., Caesar II), and document systems (e.g., IFS, SharePoint) is an advantage.
• Bachelor or Master degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• Extensive relevant work experience can compensate for lack of formal education.
• 5+ years of experience as package engineer within energy or oil & gas projects
   SOFTWARE:
  MS Office
  IFS/PIMS or similar

Personal traits:

• Strong leadership, coordination, and communication skills in cross-discipline and multicultural project teams.
• Offshore survival and safety training certifications preferred.

Applications will be evaluated continuously

Language:

• English
• Norwegian

 

In Head Energy you get:

• Permanent- or project employment with the best conditions.
• Access to the industry´s most exciting job opportunities
• Personal follow-up, mentoring and career guidance
• A large variety of project opportunities
• Good pension- and insurance schemes 
• A pleasant and positive work environment
• Access to both specific and general courses.

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Head Energy is an independent Scandinavian engineering & consulting house providing a wide range of products to onshore and offshore industries. We work with reputed clients in Energy, Civil Construction & Infrastructure, and Industry.
Head Energy has more than 900 employees, and offices in Bergen, Stavanger, Oslo, Trondheim, Gothenburg, Stenungsund, Esbjerg, Odense,  and Hamburg. We are employee owned, client focused and growth oriented.
We live by our core values: Responsible | Honest | Inclusive | Innovative.
Our vision is to bring our employees and clients one step ahead.