Lead Mechanical Design Engineer

Consultant HSS; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Consultant HSS in Dubai seeks a senior MEP Mechanical Engineer to lead design for building and infrastructure projects. You will coordinate HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and fuel gas systems while ensuring compliance with UAE regulations and client specifications.

The role requires 12–15 years of consultancy experience, strong AutoCAD/Revit MEP/HAP skills, and the ability to guide junior engineers and BIM teams across multidisciplinary projects. Dubai-based residency is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• 12–15 years of professional experience in MEP mechanical design.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC design and thermal load calculations.
• Experience with consultancy and multidisciplinary projects.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and HAP; Navisworks desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design for building and infra projects.
• Prepare heat load, hydraulic, duct, and pipe sizing calculations.
• Design HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and gas systems.
• Review codes, standards, and client specs.
• Coordinate designs with architecture, structure, electrical teams.
• Review drawings, submittals, equipment selections.
• Provide design reviews and guidance to junior engineers and BIM teams.
• Ensure UAE regulations and standards compliance.
• Attend meetings with clients, contractors, authorities, stakeholders.
• Support project managers in resolving technical issues.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Technical guidance

Client requirements

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

HAP

Navisworks

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and undertake mechanical engineering design for building and infrastructure-related projects
• Prepare heat load calculations, hydraulic calculations, pipe sizing, duct sizing, specifications, schematics and schedules
• Design and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection and fuel gas distribution systems
• Review project requirements, applicable codes, authority regulations, green building standards and client specifications
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, structural, electrical, infrastructure and other disciplines
• Review mechanical drawings, technical submittals, equipment selections, chillers, AHUs, pumps and design documentation
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical guidance to junior engineers and BIM teams
• Ensure designs comply with UAE regulations e g Dubai Municipality DCD Al Sa fat international standards ASHRAE NFPA CIBSE and authority requirements
• Attend technical meetings with clients, contractors, authorities and project stakeholders
• Support project managers in resolving technical and mechanical design issues

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.

Experience

12–15 years of professional experience in mechanical (MEP) engineering design.

Consultancy Experience

Strong experience within an engineering consultancy and multidisciplinary projects.

Technical Skills

Strong knowledge of HVAC system design, thermal load calculations, plumbing, firefighting systems, energy efficiency, and relevant standards.

Software

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and HAP (Hourly Analysis Program). Navisworks experience is highly desirable.

Local Expertise

Strong understanding of UAE authority requirements, codes (Dubai Civil Defense, DM, DEWA), standards, and approval processes.

Leadership

Ability to independently manage mechanical design packages and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.

Other Requirements

Only open to applicants currently residing in the UAE who are available to join within 2 month or less.