Mechanical Maintenance Engineer

Pak-Arab Refinery Limited (PARCO) is a leading integrated energy conglomerate formed as a joint venture between Pakistan and the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. The company operates Pakistan’s most advanced refinery, an extensive pipeline network exceeding 2,000 km, strategic storage facilities, and marketing operations. With partnerships involving renowned international firms, PARCO is committed to aggressive growth through expansions, acquisitions, and entry into new markets. Currently, PARCO is seeking a Mechanical Maintenance Engineer to join its team at the Mid-Country Refinery.

Key Responsibilities

The Mechanical Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for managing both rotary and stationary equipment to ensure optimal performance and reliability. For rotary equipment, the role includes monitoring equipment condition, prioritizing maintenance scopes, troubleshooting failures, and developing engineering solutions to prevent recurring issues. The engineer will lead repair efforts, conduct root cause failure analysis, and maintain a reliability database aligned with global best practices. Providing technical support to contractors, overseeing maintenance execution, and contributing to maintenance strategy development are also essential duties.

Regarding stationary equipment, the engineer will oversee maintenance and reliability strategies for heat exchangers, pressure vessels, tanks, reactors, and piping systems. Responsibilities include developing preventive maintenance programs, conducting fitness-for-service evaluations, and managing inspection, repair, and replacement activities. The role requires supporting turnaround and shutdown operations, supervising contractor work, and ensuring compliance with industry codes such as API and ASME. Additionally, the engineer will assist in risk-based inspection program development, coordinate with process teams to align maintenance with production needs, and review mechanical and piping system designs for safety and operational standards.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an HEC-recognized university and possess valid registration with the Pakistan Engineering Council (PEC). A strong understanding of rotating and stationary equipment within refinery, fertilizer, or petrochemical industries is essential. Proficiency in vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermography, and other predictive maintenance techniques is required, along with proven skills in root cause failure analysis.

Applicants should have up to eight years of experience working with rotary and stationary equipment, including compressors, pumps, turbines, fans, gearboxes, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and piping systems. Familiarity with API, ASME, ANSI, and ASTM standards is mandatory. Experience in maintenance, reliability, troubleshooting, and installation of high-speed rotating machinery and static equipment is critical. Knowledge of HAZOP, Management of Change (MOC) processes, and Permit to Work (PTW) systems is also necessary. Candidates must be well-versed in safety procedures, job safety analysis, emergency response, welding, corrosion control, non-destructive testing (NDT) techniques, and pressure testing methods such as hydrotesting and pneumatic testing.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

PARCO values teamwork and effective communication; therefore, candidates should demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively. The company offers a dynamic work environment committed to diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. PARCO’s focus on continuous improvement and adherence to international best practices provides opportunities for professional growth and development within the energy sector.

This position is based at the Mid-Country Refinery, where the successful candidate will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of operational excellence and equipment reliability. PARCO is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.