Rotating Mechanical Engineer – Basra, Iraq

About the role

Wood is seeking a Rotating Mechanical Engineer to join its Iraq Business Unit in Basra. The role focuses on developing and implementing preventive and predictive maintenance programmes for rotating equipment used in oil and gas projects.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies for rotating equipment.
• Lead root cause failure analysis (RCFA) and drive corrective actions.
• Monitor equipment performance, recommend improvements and enhance reliability.
• Support condition‑monitoring activities such as vibration analysis, thermography and oil analysis.
• Provide technical expertise during maintenance, modification and engineering projects.

Required profile

• Experience in rotating equipment maintenance within the oil & gas sector.
• Ability to work full‑time on‑site in Basra with occasional travel.
• Reports to the Construction Manager.

Required skills

• Preventive maintenance
• Predictive maintenance
• Root cause failure analysis (RCFA)
• Vibration analysis
• Thermography
• Oil analysis

What we offer

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Medical insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
• Professional development plans tailored to individual needs.
• Global network of experts and long‑service awards.