Manufacturing Manager – Heavy Steel Fabrication (Boilers & Pressure Vessels)
Location : Saudi Arabia
Industry : Heavy Steel / Boilers / Pressure Vessels
Employment Type : Full-time
Role Overview
We are hiring an experienced Manufacturing Manager with strong expertise in heavy steel fabrication , especially boilers, pressure vessels, heat exchangers, and large welded structures . The role involves managing workshop operations, ensuring compliance with international standards, and delivering high-quality fabrication for industrial and oil & gas projects in Saudi Arabia.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily manufacturing of heavy steel components : boilers, pressure vessels, tanks, heavy frames, and large fabricated assemblies.
- Ensure compliance with ASME Section I & VIII , API standards, and Saudi project specifications (Aramco / SABIC / NEOM where applicable).
- Manage welding activities for thick materials, heavy plates, and high-pressure components.
- Lead workshop teams including welders, fabricators, supervisors, and machine operators.
- Plan production schedules, manpower, equipment allocation, and workflow for large components.
- Coordinate quality inspections, NDT activities, PWHT, hydrotesting, and documentation.
- Implement safety, ISO, and Lean / 5S practices to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Work closely with engineering, planning, procurement, and QA / QC teams.
Qualifications
Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.8–12+ years of experience in heavy steel / boiler / pressure vessel fabrication.Strong knowledge of ASME codes, welding processes, WPS / PQR, and NDT.Experience managing workshops in Saudi Arabia or GCC preferred.Excellent leadership and coordination skills.Benefits
Competitive salary + housing + transportation.Medical insurance, annual leave, and return airfare.Long-term career growth in major Saudi industrial projects.