Lead Mechanical Engineer – Design (Hybrid, Dubai)

KEO Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

KEO Group in Dubai, UAE is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Design Division. You will lead the mechanical design across all project stages, from concept through construction documentation, ensuring integrated building services and high-quality deliverables.

Ideal candidates have 15 years of mechanical engineering experience, a Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering, and must be registered with Dubai Municipality and DEWA.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering.
• Bachelor or Master degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Must be registered with Dubai Municipality and DEWA.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical design across project stages from concept to construction documents.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and design teams.
• Oversee HVAC, ventilation, smoke management, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, fire protection and related mechanical building services.
• Review calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports and design submissions for quality and compliance.
• Coordinate with architecture, structural, electrical and other disciplines for integrated design solutions.
• Manage design reviews, design checks and QA processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency.
• Attend client meetings and design coordination sessions, providing expert engineering input.
• Monitor progress and resources to meet project schedules.
• Identify design risks and opportunities to optimize engineering solutions.
• Support business development activities, including technical proposals and client relationships.
• Promote sustainable and energy-efficient mechanical engineering practices across projects.

Skills

Technical leadership

Design coordination

Mentorship

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor/Master in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

KEO Group in Dubai, UAE is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer to join our Design Division. You will lead the mechanical design across all project stages, from concept through construction documentation, ensuring integrated building services and high-quality deliverables.

Ideal candidates have 15 years of mechanical engineering experience, a Bachelor or Master in Mechanical Engineering, and must be registered with Dubai Municipality and DEWA.