Lead, Mechanical Engineer

AUT Energy Resources Limited, an Oil and Gas servicing company, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Lead, Mechanical Engineer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-Time
Sector: Oil & Gas Services
Level: Senior / Lead

Job Summary

• We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Lead Mechanical Engineer to provide technical leadership for the installation, operation, maintenance, reliability, and optimization of mechanical systems and equipment across our oil and gas service operations.
• The successful candidate will lead engineering activities, supervise technical teams, ensure compliance with industry standards, and drive operational excellence while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage mechanical engineering projects from planning through execution and close-out.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
• Coordinate with Operations, HSE, Procurement, Vendors, and Clients to ensure successful project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, engineering standards, and HSE requirements.
• Conduct root cause failure analyses and develop sustainable solutions to recurring equipment issues.
• Lead and supervise mechanical engineering, maintenance, and inspection activities across projects and operational sites.
• Develop and implement preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance strategies to enhance equipment reliability and performance.
• Support business development initiatives by providing technical input during bid preparation and project execution.
• Monitor equipment integrity, performance indicators, and maintenance KPIs to improve operational efficiency.
• Participate in risk assessments, audits, and safety reviews.
• Prepare technical reports, budgets, engineering recommendations, and project updates for management.
• Lead the installation, commissioning, testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation of mechanical equipment.
• Review and approve engineering designs, drawings, technical specifications, and maintenance procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• COREN registration and membership of relevant professional bodies (NSE or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, technical specifications, and engineering reports.
• Strong understanding of equipment reliability, maintenance management, and asset integrity principles.
• Proven experience with pumps, compressors, turbines, valves, piping systems, pressure vessels, and other rotating/static equipment.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong knowledge of applicable industry standards including API, ASME, ISO, and relevant Nigerian regulatory requirements.
• Bachelor's Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering.
• Demonstrated experience in project execution, commissioning, and equipment performance optimization.
• 8-10 years' relevant experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or leadership role within the oil and gas industry.
• Willingness to travel and work at project or client locations as required.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficiency in Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) and engineering software tools.

Key Competencies:

• Project Management and Coordination
• Leadership and Team Management
• Decision-Making and Strategic Problem Solving.
• Asset Reliability and Integrity Management
• Health, Safety, Environment, and Quality (HSEQ) Compliance
• Mechanical Troubleshooting and Root Cause Analysis
• Client and Stakeholder Management

Remuneration
N450,000 – N600,000 monthly.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: [email protected] using “Lead Mechanical Engineer Application” as the subject of the email.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Application Deadline: 25th October, 2026.