Mechanical Design Engineer

SMEC is seeking an experienced Mechanical Design Engineer to contribute to 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. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the engineer will help ensure the mechanical integrity and functionality of critical hydraulic infrastructure components.

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, preparing 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 for barrage safety, feasibility, detailed design, and other project reports, collaborating closely with the wider project team.

Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; a Master’s degree is considered an advantage.
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant professional experience, including at least 5 years specifically in 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 assessment techniques.
- Strong knowledge of relevant international standards such as BS, ASTM, and EN.
- Excellent communication, documentation, coordination, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience working on World Bank or other multilateral development bank (MDB)-funded infrastructure projects is highly desirable.
- SMEC is committed to corporate social responsibility, diversity, and creating a better world, offering a flexible and growing work environment where innovation and career development are encouraged.
- The organization values diversity as a strength and is an equal opportunity employer.

SMEC provides an opportunity to work alongside experienced colleagues on iconic projects, fostering a culture of teamwork, progressive thinking, and creativity. Joining SMEC means becoming part of a flexible and expanding organization dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and making a positive impact globally.