Mechanical Lead – Detailing Cell

Our client is looking for an experienced Mechanical Lead – Detailing Cell to lead mechanical engineering and project execution activities from concept to commissioning. The role involves mechanical and piping drawing reviews, engineering coordination, fabrication and installation quality, safety compliance, and project delivery within approved budgets and timelines.

The position will also be responsible for contractor management, commissioning, stakeholder coordination, and developing a high-performing engineering team while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute mechanical engineering projects within approved budgets, timelines, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Permit to Work (PTW), risk assessments, and safe working practices to achieve zero-incident project execution.
• Review process equipment General Arrangement Drawings (GADs), P&IDs, line sizing, equipment layouts, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and Material Take-Offs (MTOs).
• Review piping layouts, isometric drawings, fabrication drawings, structural drawings, and 3D models for constructability and site execution.
• Ensure piping fabrication and installation comply with approved engineering specifications, drawings, and project standards.
• Conduct engineering drawing reviews, site inspections, fabrication inspections, and quality audits.
• Ensure compliance with ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, IS codes, and applicable project specifications.
• Prepare and review QA/QC documentation, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, commissioning dossiers, and project records.
• Coordinate procurement activities with techno-commercial teams, vendors, contractors, and consultants.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks, resolve technical issues, and provide regular updates to stakeholders.
• Lead pre-commissioning, commissioning, startup, and Ready-for-Takeover (RFT) project handover activities.
• Mentor engineers, supervisors, and contractors through technical training, competency assessments, coaching, and performance reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, employee engagement, and succession planning.

Requirements & Core Competencies

• Strong experience in mechanical engineering, project execution, and piping engineering.
• Expertise in mechanical and piping drawings, engineering specifications, fabrication, installation, and constructability reviews.
• Knowledge of international engineering codes and standards, including ASME, API, ANSI, ASTM, and IS.
• Experience in QA/QC inspections, PTW compliance, contractor management, and procurement coordination.
• Strong understanding of project planning, budget control, commissioning, startup, and technical documentation.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and external stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, coordination, and decision-making abilities.