Mechanical Engineer Job in Uganda

• Conduct in-service and pre-service inspections of pressure vessels, piping systems, and mechanical equipment.
• Apply international standards including API, ASME, ISO 9712, and ISO 9001.
• Perform visual inspections, NDT, thickness measurements, and corrosion assessments.
• Apply risk-based inspection (RBI) principles in technical evaluations.

• Prepare detailed inspection reports outlining findings, non-conformances, and recommendations.
• Issue certification documentation based on compliance verification.
• Maintain accurate inspection records aligned with Bureau Veritas quality systems.

• Communicate technical findings and recommendations to clients.
• Respond to technical inquiries and provide professional engineering guidance.
• Deliver presentations and technical briefings to clients and stakeholders.
• Support quotation preparation, tenders, and service proposals.

• Supervise inspection activities at client sites and industrial facilities.
• Coordinate with contractors and internal teams during field operations.
• Ensure adherence to Bureau Veritas quality management systems.
• Maintain compliance with inspection procedures and documentation standards.

• Conduct site risk assessments and enforce HSE compliance standards.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all inspection activities.
• Identify mechanical and operational risks and recommend mitigation measures.
• Participate in safety briefings, toolbox talks, and hazard reporting.

• Mentor junior engineers and inspection technicians.
• Support continuous learning and technical capability development.
• Stay updated on evolving international engineering standards.
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• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Additional certifications are an added advantage:
  • LEEA certification
  • ISO 9712
  • API 570 / API 653
  • CSWIP 3.1 or CSWIP 3.2.2
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• Minimum 4–6 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering or inspection roles.
• Strong experience in industrial inspection, oil & gas, or heavy engineering environments preferred.
• Proven ability to apply international engineering codes and standards.
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• API 653, API 570, ASME BPVC, ISO 9712, ISO 9001
• Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) techniques
• Mechanical systems: pressure vessels, piping, welding, metallurgy
• Corrosion mechanisms and failure analysis
• CAD interpretation and inspection software tools
• Microsoft Office and technical reporting tools
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• Strong technical engineering judgment and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and client engagement ability
• High attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Strong problem-solving and risk assessment capability
• Ability to work in multicultural and industrial environments
• Integrity and adherence to professional ethics
• Ability to manage multiple inspection projects under pressure
• Commitment to continuous learning and certification growth
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• Work with a globally recognized leader in inspection and certification
• Exposure to international engineering standards and industrial systems
• Career growth in mechanical inspection and quality assurance
• Opportunity to work on high-impact industrial projects in Uganda
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