Senior Mechanical Engineer

About the Job

Are you a seasoned Mechanical Engineer with deep expertise in rotating equipment reliability and offshore asset performance?

OCS Services is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to serve as a technical authority for rotating and static mechanical systems, supporting Operational Performance Standards and maintenance management across offshore assets.

This role is ideal for a reliability-driven professional passionate about maximizing equipment performance, minimizing downtime, and strengthening lifecycle asset integrity.

About Us

OCS Services is a seasoned player in the oil and gas industry, delivering world-class services across offshore and onshore operations. As a joint venture between Planet Energy and BW Offshore, we specialize in Operations & Maintenance, Asset Integrity Management, and Integrated Crew Management. With global operations spanning Singapore, India, UAE, Brazil, Cte dIvoire, and Nigeria, we are strategically positioned to support energy production safely, sustainably, and reliably.

Our expertise, cutting-edge technology, and commitment to sustainability enable us to drive excellence in complex energy projects around the world.

At OCS, were guided by four core values that define everything we do trust, driven, care, and innovation.

Learn more at: www.ocs.services

Join Us!

As part of our offshore Operations & Maintenance team, we are looking for a highly experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to enhance asset reliability, optimize maintenance strategies, and provide technical leadership for rotating and static mechanical equipment.

This role involves regular offshore assignments and plays a critical role in ensuring mechanical integrity, compliance, and operational excellence.

What You Will Do

In this role, you will:

• Serve as the Technical Advisor for rotating and static mechanical equipment, supporting Operational Performance Standards (OPS) and Maintenance Management.
• Ensure high standards in maintenance, inspection, and repair of mechanical systems throughout the asset lifecycle.
• Lead Reliability-Centered Maintenance (RCM), FMECA, and RAM studies to mitigate failures and improve availability.
• Establish equipment reliability roadmaps and drive improvements through RCA and proactive condition monitoring.
• Define fitness for use criteria to optimize lifecycle performance and support QA/QC, installation, and commissioning of critical assets.
• Drive continuous improvement using reliability KPIs such as MTBF, OEE, and Mechanical Availability.
• Ensure availability of critical spare parts and effective use of CMMS systems.
• Participate in incident investigations, Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA), and Management of Change (MoC) reviews.
• Maintain and update Lessons Learned registers from audits, breakdowns, shutdowns, and inspections.
• Develop and review inspection work packs for static pressure equipment, piping, and valves.
• Coordinate with third-party inspection agencies for visual and NDT inspections, reviewing reports and identifying anomalies.
• Provide technical support on materials, welding, NDT, hydrotesting, and troubleshooting of static equipment.
• Ensure compliance with inspection requirements for Ex-rated mechanical equipment.
• Support compliance with class, flag state, and regulatory mechanical integrity requirements.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Level 2 NDT certification and Level 3 inspection/API certifications are advantageous.

Experience

• 1215 years of experience in mechanical maintenance with strong specialization in rotating equipment.
• Minimum 5 years in Oil & Gas or a closely related industry.
• Offshore / FPSO experience is preferred.
• Strong background in compressors, pumps, gas turbine generators, condition monitoring, and major overhauls.
• Experience with CMMS platforms such as SAP or equivalent.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of Reliability Engineering principles: RCM, lifecycle asset management, risk assessment, criticality studies, RCFA, bad actor identification, and life cycle cost analysis.
• Solid understanding of seals, bearings, couplings, dry gas seals, alignment techniques, and vibration analysis (Level 2 preferred).
• Familiarity with offshore process systems and mechanical integrity requirements.
• Knowledge of inspection, NDT techniques, and maintenance of static equipment.
• Experience with visualization and monitoring tools such as PI Vision / Process Book is an advantage.
• Certifications such as CMRP or CRE are a plus.
• Awareness of maritime and offshore regulations (Class, Flag State, international codes & standards) is beneficial.

Interpersonal Skills

• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Structured, analytical thinker with strong attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure and deliver high-quality results on time.
• Effective communicator in multidisciplinary and multinational environments.
• Fluent in English (spoken and written).

Work Environment

This role requires a detailed understanding of offshore mechanical systems and includes frequent offshore assignments (approximately once every three months).

What You Can Expect

• A senior technical role with direct impact on offshore reliability and asset integrity.
• Opportunities to lead advanced reliability initiatives and improvement programs.
• Exposure to complex offshore facilities and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• A collaborative, safety-first culture focused on operational excellence and innovation.

As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, your expertise will directly contribute to maximizing asset performance, ensuring compliance, and driving long-term mechanical reliability.

If you are ready to take on a high-impact technical leadership role offshore, we encourage you to apply today!