Project Engineer - Steel

Industry: Structural Steel Fabrication, Welding & Metal Works

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the steel fabrication and welding workshop.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor fabrication activities to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Prepare detailed cost estimates, material take-offs (MTO), and project quotations.
• Review drawings and specifications and coordinate with clients, consultants, and suppliers.
• Develop production schedules and allocate manpower, machinery, and resources efficiently.
• Supervise welders, fabricators, painters, and workshop personnel to ensure productivity and quality standards.
• Implement and maintain quality control procedures throughout fabrication and installation processes.
• Conduct inspections of raw materials, fabrication works, welding activities, and finished products.
• Ensure compliance with relevant welding standards, fabrication codes, and project specifications.
• Monitor material procurement requirements and coordinate with suppliers to maintain inventory levels.
• Track project costs, material consumption, and labor productivity to maximize profitability.
• Identify and resolve technical, operational, and production-related issues.
• Prepare progress reports, production reports, and project status updates for management.
• Ensure workshop equipment and machinery are properly maintained and utilized.
• Coordinate site measurements, site installations, and project handovers when required.
• Implement health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements across all workshop activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Production Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in steel fabrication, welding, structural steel, metal works, or manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of fabrication drawings, welding processes, and steel manufacturing practices.
• Experience in estimation, costing, and tender preparation.
• Strong understanding of quality control procedures and inspection requirements.
• Experience managing workshop manpower and factory operations.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of ERP systems and production planning software is an advantage.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.

Preferred Experience

• Structural steel fabrication.
• Architectural metal works.
• Stainless steel fabrication.
• Aluminum fabrication.
• Welding inspection and quality management.
• Factory setup and workshop management experience.

KPIs

• On-time project delivery.
• Production efficiency and workshop utilization.
• Estimation accuracy and project profitability.
• Material wastage control.
• Quality compliance and rework reduction.
• Safety performance.
• Client satisfaction and repeat business.

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED8,000.00 per month

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Preferred)

Education:

• Diploma (Required)

Experience:

• Steel fabrication: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• UAE driving license (Required)

Work Location: In person