VAC Engineer – Valves and Actuators

About the role

The VAC Engineer is based in Jebel Ali, Dubai, and covers all aspects of assembly and testing of actuated valves, as well as troubleshooting and repair of valves and actuators. The engineer conducts surveys and installation and repair work in-house and on-site, both onshore and offshore, on valves, actuators, valve interlocks, steam traps and similar products. The position coordinates between the Abu Dhabi office and the Valves Automation Centre in Jebel Ali, and supports the General Manager and VAC Supervisors in managing valves and actuators activities during project implementation.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate, test and assemble valves and actuators, and promote VAC products and services through plant surveys of steam traps, valve interlocks, valves and actuators, and approval of service requests.
• Oversee full project execution for all VAC jobs, support the Valve Automation Team and assist the VAC Supervisor on-site.
• Prepare technical reports, support technical reviews and order execution, and give technical support to other staff.
• Follow up after-sales performance, manage customer complaints, troubleshoot field issues and propose solutions and action plans.
• Issue after-sales technical reports, prepare quotations and commercial offers, and carry out field service missions.
• Complete technical documents according to company procedures and report incidents and accidents to the QHSE Regional Manager.
• Support the VAC Supervisor and machinists in maintaining machinery and equipment of the Valve Automation Division and in improving company facilities.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, with at least 5 years of experience in a similar position and industry.
• Thorough knowledge of valve and actuator mechanisms and of their testing, assembly and repair processes.
• Ability to work in a team, with attention to detail, strong organisational skills and customer-service orientation.
• Excellent English, spoken and written; able to present to managers, customers and colleagues.
• Willingness to work flexibly and regularly on client sites, including offshore.

Required skills

• Knowledge of valves, actuators and their technical specifications in the energy, water and building sectors.
• Knowledge of relevant API and ASME codes.

To apply, send your CV to the company's HR department, stating the position in the subject line; only shortlisted candidates will be interviewed.