Mechanical Lead - Rotating Machines Workshop
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Felton Energy Services Limited is hiring a Mechanical Lead to head rotating-machine workshop operations in Port Harcourt, Rivers. The role provides senior mechanical engineering leadership for overhaul, repair, and rewind projects on motors, generators, pumps and related equipment. Candidates need a Mechanical Engineering degree or HND and at least 10 years of hands-on senior experience with large rotating machines.
- Senior mechanical leadership role in a rotating-machines workshop
- Based in Port Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria
- Focus on overhaul, repair and rewind of motors, generators and pumps
- Requires Mechanical Engineering degree or HND
- Minimum 10 years senior hands-on rotating-equipment experience
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Mechanical Lead - Rotating Machines Workshop at Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL) ⏲ Aug 21, 2026, 6:07 AM ⋕ View all Manufacturing & Production jobs Felton Energy Services Limited (FESL) is an indigenous oil & gas procurement, operation and maintenance company in Nigeria. The company was established to supply global customers with Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial and Engineering Products, on time and at the most competitive prices. FESL has unrivalled commitment to the Oil & Gas Industry and has gained support of the leading manufacturers which ensures our solutions are at the forefront oftoday’s technology. We are recruiting to fill the position below: Job Title: Mechanical Lead - Rotating Machines Workshop Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers Position Overview The Mechanical Lead will provide senior mechanical engineering leadership across workshop operations and major rotating-machine projects. Position Purpose The Mechanical Lead will be responsible for the mechanical integrity, technical execution and quality of rotating-machine overhaul and repair activities. The position requires a senior, hands-on engineer capable of leading complex workshop projects from initial inspection and dismantling through repair, machining, balancing. reassembly, testing and return to service. Key Responsibilities: Assess rotor, stator and mechanical components and establish repair requirements: based on inspection findings, drawings, OEM information and accepted engineering practice. Lead inspection, dismantling, dimensional assessment, repair, refurbishment, modification and reassembly of major rotating machines. Supervise shaft, journal, bearing, coupling, casing, fan, seal and other mechanical repair activities Inspect completed mechanical work and ensure workmanship meets approved engineering and quality standards Provide senior mechanical leadership for all rotating-machine workshop activities involving motors, generators, alternators, pumps and associated rotating equipment Establish and verify critical dimensions, tolerances, fits, clearances, run-out and alignment requirements: Provide technical input to estimating scope development, work planning and client discussions for rotating machine projects Ensure all work is carried out in accordance with HSE requirements, client procedures and Felton quality systems. Coordinate rotor balancing activities and review balancing results against Take responsibility for mechanical aspects of generator and motor rewind projects, including rotor condition, shaft condition, bearings, fits, clearances, alignment, balancing and final reassembly. Oversee mechanical machining and workshop processes, including turning boring, milling and specialist shaft/journal repair where required. Work closely with the Electrical Lead and Winding Supervisor throughout complete rewind projects to ensure mechanical and electrical activities are fully integrated Rewind Responsibilities: Rewind involvement The Mechanical Lead is not the primary winding specialist. However, the role has significant responsibility for the mechanical elements of rewind projects, particularly tr inspection, shaft and journal condition, bearings, mechanical clearances, balancing, alignment, rotor/stator fit-up and final The Mechanical Lead must understand the complet rewind process sufficiently to coordinate effectively with the Electrical Lead and Winding Supervisor Requirements: Demonstrable experience: with rotors, shafts, bearings. couplings, alignment and balancing Experience: leading workshop teams and supervising technicians and subcontractors Degree, HND or equivalent qualification in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline. Africa or Middle East experience: is an advantage but is not essential Ability to interpret engineering drawings, OEM documentation Extensive hands-on experience: with large industrial rotating equipment. Minimum 10 years' experience: in a similar senior Strong experience: in major overhaul, refurbishment, repair and failure investigation Proven experience: with generators, motors, alternators and/or large pumps Experience: supporting major motor/generator rewind projects is strongly preferred Key Personal & Professional Attributes: Able to manage technically demanding work under schedule Strong technical judgement and problem-solving ability Strong HSE and quality culture Senior practical and hands-on engineering approach Willingness to transfer knowledge and develop Good communication and reporting skills. Reporting & working relationships: The role will work closely with the Mechanical Reports to the Workshop Manager and works as part of the senior technical workshop team. Lead, Electrical Lead, Winding Supervisor and Nigerian technical workforce, with responsibility for knowledge transfer and development of local capability. Working environment: The role will be based at Felton Energy Services Ltd's rotating machines workshop in Nigeria and will support major repair, refurbishment, maintenance, rewind, testing and commissioning projects for industrial clients. The successful candidate must be comfortable working in a procedures, systems and technical capability. How to Apply Interested and qualified candidates should forward their CV to: wendy@feltonenergy.net using the Job Title as the subject of the email. View all Jobs in Nigeria Rivers State