Mechanical Design Engineer

Location: Sharjah, United Arab Emirates PipeCare Group is looking for an experienc Mechanical Design Engineer to join our team. By providing technology and service focused solutions to the international arena of the oil and gas industry, the PipeCare Group of companies has been helping our customers ensure the integrity of their pipeline and facility assets for over 20 years. Key Responsibilities: Design inline inspection tools and robotic systems from concept through detailed design and production release. Conduct analyses using FEM/CAE tools (including ANSYS) to validate performance, strength, and reliability. Execute component and material selection based on mechanical performance, environmental conditions, and lifecycle requirements. Develop complete engineering documentation including manufacturing drawings, assembly drawings, specifications, and technical reports. Support prototype fabrication, functional testing, qualification, and iterative design improvements. Define and prepare assembly procedures and maintenance documentation. Support production startup, root-cause failure analysis, and continuous design optimization. Ensure compliance with applicable engineering standards, codes, and regulatory requirements. Qualifications & Technical Skills: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Mechatronics Engineering. Minimum 3 years’ experience in mechanical and/or robotic system design using SOLIDWORKS. Proficient in detailed mechanical design, 2D/3D drawings, BOM preparation, design calculations, computer simulations, validation, and optimization. Strong experience in ANSYS for structural, thermal, and mechanical analyses. Experience in the design and analysis of pigging tools, pipeline inspection crawlers, robotic inspection mechanisms, and in-pipe mobility systems is highly desirable. Strong exposure to design for manufacture (DFM/DFA) and production engineering environments.