Mechanical Design Engineer

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We are currently seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team for a significant barrage rehabilitation project. This role focuses on the assessment, design, and rehabilitation of mechanical gate systems, hoists, and related equipment. The successful candidate will support the project team in delivering safe, reliable, and practical engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities
- Conduct condition assessments of barrage gates, pocket gates, head regulator gates, hoists, and associated mechanical equipment.
- Review existing drawings, maintenance records, operating history, and inspection results to determine mechanical condition and rehabilitation needs.
- Assess and design radial and vertical-lift gates, hoisting systems, trunnions, seals, embedded parts, and other mechanical components.
- Develop rehabilitation, refurbishment, and replacement options; prepare mechanical designs, drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).
- Support the preparation of technical specifications, bidding documents, procurement processes, contractor submissions, fabrication inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
- Provide technical input to barrage safety, feasibility, detailed design, and other project reports, collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary project team.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; a Master’s degree is advantageous.
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 5 years focused on the design, rehabilitation, or maintenance of gates, hoists, and mechanical equipment for dams, barrages, or major hydraulic infrastructure.
- Proven experience with radial and vertical-lift gates, hoisting systems, trunnions, seals, embedded parts, and non-destructive testing (NDT)/condition assessments.
- Strong knowledge of international standards such as BS, ASTM, and EN.
- Excellent communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working on infrastructure projects funded by the World Bank or other multilateral development banks (MDBs) is highly desirable.
- SMEC values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer, recognizing that a diverse workforce strengthens our people, clients, partners, and communities.
- Employees at SMEC enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment that encourages innovation and career development.

All recruitment is managed by SMEC’s Recruitment & Talent Team, and agency support is not required for this role. Candidates are encouraged to apply online through the official SMEC careers portal. Join SMEC and contribute to impactful projects that make a positive difference globally.