Junior Mechanical Engineer

-; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services firm is seeking a Junior Mechanical Engineer to assist with mechanical works including HVAC, piping, and fire-fighting systems in Abu Dhabi. This role is perfect for candidates with 0-2 years of experience in mechanical engineering, offering opportunities for site inspections, compliance checks, and project planning. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and demonstrate strong communication and teamwork skills. The position comes with a tax-free salary and various benefits, including medical insurance and annual leave.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in mechanical engineering, construction, or site operations (internships accepted).
• Ability to work on site.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the execution and supervision of mechanical works at project sites.
• Review drawings and specifications under guidance.
• Perform site inspections and ensure compliance.
• Support testing and commissioning activities.
• Monitor material deliveries and maintain documentation.

Skills

Basic understanding of HVAC

Plumbing knowledge

Teamwork skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

MEP software

Job description

Job Description

Overview

The Junior Mechanical Engineer role involves assisting with the installation, supervision, quality assurance, and coordination of mechanical works such as HVAC, piping, fire‑fighting, and related systems. This position is ideal for early‑career engineers who are eager to develop hands‑on experience in project execution and site engineering.

Your role

• Assist in the execution and supervision of mechanical works at project sites.
• Review drawings, specifications, and method statements under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Perform site inspections and ensure compliance with project standards and UAE authority regulations.
• Support testing, pre‑commissioning, and commissioning activities for mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams to resolve site issues.
• Monitor material deliveries, conduct inspections, and maintain updated site documentation.
• Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and assist in project planning activities.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental protocols at all times.
• Support the preparation of as‑built documentation, reports, and handover files.

About you

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 0‑2 years of experience in mechanical engineering, construction, or site operations (internships accepted).
• Basic understanding of HVAC, plumbing, fire‑fighting, or mechanical equipment installation.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and MS Office; knowledge of MEP software is a plus.
• Strong communication, analytical, and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in site.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

• Tax‑free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.