Mechanical Engineer

The Opportunity

• We're looking for a highly capable, Mechanical Engineer. This role is open to all nationalities (UAE / Gulf experience preferred).

What you'll do

• Lead design, review, supervision, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, hot water, filtration).
• Perform detailed engineering calculations (cooling/heating loads, pump head, pipe sizing, pressure drop, airflow, etc.) and provide expert technical guidance.
• Prepare & review Material Submittals, Method Statements, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) ensuring compliance with specifications & consultant/client requirements.
• Review & confirm Shop Drawings & Combined Services Drawings ensuring design intent, specification compliance & authority regulations.
• Review consultant design drawings, verify applicability & ensure proper coordination with architectural, structural, electrical, ID drawings before implementation.
• Ensure full compliance of all mechanical works with project specifications, codes & standards.
• Apply strong system expertise across: 
• • Chilled Water Systems (Airside & CHW side) 
  • Plumbing & Drainage Systems 
  • Domestic Water Supply Systems 
  • Central Hot Water Systems & Filtration 
  • Firefighting Systems 
  • BMS & Systems Control Integration
• Troubleshoot & resolve mechanical and control system issues effectively during construction and commissioning.
• Oversee testing, balancing, commissioning & operation of mechanical systems, ensuring zero snags at handover.
• Identify critical design areas, review drawings & initiate RFIs/RFCs to resolve gaps/conflicts early.
• Provide commercial & technical input including cost-cutting & value engineering solutions while maintaining quality & performance.
• Coordinate with Architects, Interior Designers, Structural, Electrical, Plumbing & other trades for seamless MEP integration.
• Coordinate with consultants, main contractors, subcontractors & authorities (DEWA, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence) for approvals & technical clarifications.
• Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates & risk registers to senior management and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognized by UAE Ministry of Education)
• 5–8 years strong MEP experience (high-rise, commercial, residential, villas in UAE preferred)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, HAP, Elite, Pipe Flow Expert or similar software
• Deep knowledge of DEWA, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence & Dubai Green Building Regulations
• Strong calculation & troubleshooting ability (load calculations, hydraulic design, system balancing)
• Multi-disciplinary coordination experience
• Value engineering & cost optimization skills
• Excellent communication, reporting & leadership abilities