MEHMET UGUR SAHIN
Mechanical Engineer
Ankara,Turkıye
Summary
Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience in high-pressure natural gas pipeline projects at BOTAŞ. Proven expertise in design review and approval processes, preparation and control of technical specifications, and ensuring compliance with API/ASME/BOTAŞ standards. Strong background in contract administration, QA/QC, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams to deliver safe, compliant, and cost-effective projects.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Mechanical Engineer
BOTAŞ Petroleum Pipeline Corporation
Ankara
01.2015 - Current
- Reviewed and approved contractor design submittals, shop drawings, and calculations; provided official comments and ensured alignment with technical specifications.
- Prepared, updated, and controlled project technical specifications, employer’s requirements, and tender documents for multiple pipeline projects.
- Coordinated design review meetings with stakeholders and ensured timely approvals of engineering deliverables.
- Checked contractor proposals for compliance with API 1104, ASME B31.3/B31.8, ANSI, and BOTAŞ requirements.
- Issued approvals for material submittals and vendor documents; verified traceability with EN/ASTM/ISO standards.
- Provided headquarters support to site teams regarding technical clarifications, design deviations, and approval workflows.
- Ensured QA/QC integration across design and execution; supervised testing documentation, hydrostatic test packages, and commissioning dossiers.
- Collaborated with faculty and graduate students on project design and execution.
- Performed structural testing, data analysis, and contributed to thesis and publication preparation.
- Conducted experimental research on bond behavior between steel and high-modulus CFRP plates at elevated temperatures.
Research Assistant
University of Houston
Houston, TX
08.2014 - 12.2014
- Organized research materials, maintaining a well-ordered workspace conducive to productivity.
- Participated actively in regular meetings with fellow researchers to discuss project updates, challenges faced, and lessons learned during ongoing activities.
Education
Master of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Houston
Houston, TX12.2014
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eskişehir Osmangazi University
Eskişehir, 2612.2009
Skills
Design review & approval workflows
Preparation, revision & control of technical specifications
Tender documents
Evaluation and approval of contractor/subcontractor design submissions
Compliance checks with API specifications
Compliance checks with ASME specifications
Compliance checks with ANSI specifications
Compliance checks with BOTAŞ specifications
Contract administration
Variation/change order review
Approvals
Timeline
Mechanical Engineer
BOTAŞ Petroleum Pipeline Corporation
01.2015 - Current
Research Assistant
University of Houston
08.2014 - 12.2014
Master of Science - Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Houston
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Eskişehir Osmangazi University