Workshop Engineer – Fabrication & Construction

About the role

The Workshop Engineer – Fabrication & Construction is responsible for planning, supervising and executing fabrication, welding and construction activities to ensure safe, timely and quality delivery of engineering projects and maintenance works.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise fabrication and construction works both in the workshop and on‑site.
• Interpret engineering drawings, blueprints and technical specifications for fabrication.
• Design and prepare fabrication drawings using AutoCAD or other CAD software.
• Plan and coordinate cutting, welding, fitting, machining and assembly activities.
• Ensure materials, tools and equipment are available for scheduled jobs.
• Monitor work progress, enforce project timelines and quality standards.
• Conduct inspections on fabricated structures to verify dimensional accuracy and structural integrity.
• Ensure welding procedures and fabrication processes comply with engineering standards and safety regulations.

Required profile

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Fabrication Engineering or related field.
• MINCOM certification (highly desirable) and registration with a recognized professional engineering body such as GHIE.
• 3–5 years of experience in workshop fabrication, construction or heavy industrial operations.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making, communication and team‑player skills.

Required skills

• Metal fabrication and structural steel works.
• Welding processes and welding inspection procedures.
• Reading, interpreting and developing engineering drawings and blueprints.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Knowledge of construction methods, piping systems and structural assembly.
• Workshop planning, material estimation and job costing.
• Understanding of safety standards in fabrication and construction environments.