Mechanical Engineer

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Assen
Mid level
Energy
The Role
The Mechanical Engineer provides technical support for mechanical equipment, ensuring integrity and performance across production units, while collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams to improve processes.
Summary Generated by Built In

, Netherlands

Job Family Group:

Discipline Engineering

Worker Type:

Regular

Posting Start Date:

April 3, 2025

Business unit:

Integrated Gas and Upstream

Experience Level:

Experienced Professionals

Job Description:

What’s the role

The Mechanical Engineering role is positioned to provide engineering support to the NAM Production units and Modification teams. As part of a diverse team, you will deliver technical support relating to design, selection, specification, performance, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. The team interacts with field operations, maintenance and projects. Engineers involved in asset support will be co-located in agile support squads whom in turn focus their output to create top quartile performance within the pressure equipment integrity workspace.

Strong emphasis is placed on delivering results without compromising HSSE or technical integrity.  Cost, schedule and quality are key factors to delivering results as are leadership, teamwork and fostering of effective relationships.

What you’ll be doing

You are a key contributor and a member of the team that provides the following services to the respective Production Units and Projects:

  • Technical specialist mechanical static engineering expertise & support to Projects &Onshore-NL Asset facilities
  • Demonstrate technical integrity and reliability of mechanical static equipment
  • Function as contract holder for various portfolios in support of delivery of both product and services in the pressure equipment workspace
  • Act as Technical Authority within Mechanical – static with enthusiasm for multiskilling in Materials & Corrosion and Rotating
  • Fitness for service assessments of various degraded pressure equipment and advice on repair options as well as on related temporary deviations of the original design intension
  • Participate in technical integrity audits, RCA's, HAZOP's, HBA’s, FSR-reviews and pre-startup audits
  • Provide support to RCM classifications and reliability studies
  • Promote the application of new technologies and design/implementation methodologies
  • Ensure alignment with other disciplines such as Materials/Corrosion, Inspection, Instrumentation, Civil, Electrical, Rotating equipment, and Process
  • Provide technical and commercial advice on all aspects of conceptual and detailed design, purchase and implementation of mechanical equipment
  • Assure cross learning within the discipline to align with the different assets and projects
  • Subject matter Expert roles for designated subcategories within mechanical static

Dimensions of the role

You will report to the Mechanical Chapter Lead who is covering Rotating Equipment, Mechanical Static and Materials in the Discipline Engineering department.

The role does not have any direct reports, however, you will provide indirect leadership in the squad assigned but also in the coaching of junior staff.

You will drive collaboration between the engineering chapters and production units/assets in conjunction with the squad leads, where it is to be ensured that the longer terms vision of sustainable equipment performance in embedded in the day-to-day decision making.

Our organization had embarked on an agile journey, where we embrace multiskilling and creating a flexible workspace to deliver top quartile performance.

What you bring

  • MSc or BSc (or equivalent) in mechanical engineering
  • Substantial experience in either upstream or downstream mechanical static equipment
  • Demonstratable field engineering support experience
  • In-depth knowledge of brownfield mechanical engineering and maintenance inclusive of a good track record of being able to perform fitness for service work in accordance with recognized guidelines
  • Knowledge in the design of pressure containment equipment, such as: pressure vessels, heat exchangers, piping, valves, tanks etc.
  • A learner mindset: A habit of gaining insights from others and openly sharing of ideas and knowledge
  • Good interpersonal, communication skills and strong commercial skills
  • Proven experience and detailed knowledge of both the relevant country specific legislation and industry standards within the mechanical discipline
  • Experience with maintenance and integrity management systems is preferred
  • Effective communication skills, stakeholder management and a commercial mindset. A high degree of autonomy is required

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown that not everyone applies when they don’t feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientation, and life experiences to apply.

We'd like you to know that Shell has a bold goal: to become one of the world’s most diverse and inclusive companies. You can get to know more about how we're working towards that goal, click here . Read more in English by clicking this link

Company Description

At NAM, we have a rich heritage as a leading oil and gas producer in the Netherlands. As we look towards mid-2025, we are embarking on an exciting new chapter. While divesting a significant part of our offshore assets, our commitment to excellence remains unwavering. As the largest operator in the basin, we continue to operate our onshore and offshore assets safely and responsibly. Additionally, we are a frontrunner in effectively decommissioning assets that have ceased production.

Our Agile operating model has transformed our business into one that delivers value in a resource-constrained and rapidly changing environment. Our Compass values — urgency, simplicity, unity, courage, and humility — guide us in creating a great and inclusive workplace. A place where everyone feels valued, takes pride in their work, and enjoys the company of their colleagues.

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Top Skills

Fitness For Service Assessments
Maintenance Management Systems
Mechanical Engineering
Pressure Equipment
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