Senior Mechanical Engineer job at Mota-Engil

About the Organization

Mota-Engil is a Portuguese group in the sectors of civil construction, public works, port operations, waste, water, and logistics. The chairman of the board of directors is António Mota and Gonçalo Moura Martins is the company's CEO.

Job Description

The Mota-Engil Group has a business record of more than 70 years, marked by a culture of entrepreneurship and innovation in a constant search for new horizons.

As a leader in Portugal with a consolidated position in the ranks of the 25 largest European construction groups, Mota-Engil is making its mark in 21 countries, in three distinct geographical areas – Europe, Africa and Latin America, with holdings in over 200 companies, Mota-Engil assumes a position in the market according to the values and cultural identity of the organisation, grounded in a unique and integrated strategic vision for the Mota-Engil of the future: a more international, innovative and competitive Group on the global scale.

Main Responsibilities
The main responsibilities will be to ensure all activities contributing to an efficient process of management and maintenance of equipment, namely at the level of workshop organization, technical assistance, resources management, documentation and cost control.

Duties and Responsibilities

Project Management

Leading Projects: Overseeing the development of mechanical systems from concept to completion.
Coordination: Coordinating with other engineering disciplines, project managers, and stakeholders.
Scheduling: Creating and maintaining project timelines.
Budgeting: Managing project budgets and resources.

Design and Development

Conceptual Design: Developing initial concepts and detailed designs for mechanical systems.
Prototyping: Leading the creation and testing of prototypes.
CAD Software: Utilizing computer-aided design (CAD) software to create detailed drawings and specifications.

Analysis and Testing

Simulation and Analysis: Performing engineering calculations, simulations, and analyses to ensure designs meet performance and safety standards.
Testing: Designing and conducting tests to validate the performance of mechanical systems.
Quality Control: Ensuring systems meet all regulatory and quality standards.

Qualification, Experiences and Competencies

Higher Education in Mechanical Engineering;
Minimum 8 years professional experience in management and maintenance of public works equipment;
Solid knowledge of Microsoft Office tools;
Fluency in English language (spoken and written);