Mechanical Design Engineer - Conveyor System

Al Otaiba Enterprises LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to lead the design and commissioning of conveyor systems used in industrial settings. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and 3–7 years of relevant experience. Strong project management skills and technical expertise are essential. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver projects effectively.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of experience in mechanical project engineering, preferably with conveyor or material handling systems.
• Field installation or commissioning experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop conveyor systems including belt, roller, chain, and custom conveyors.
• Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations for system optimization.
• Select mechanical components such as motors, gearboxes, bearings, and pulleys.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards and client specifications.

Skills

Conveyor system design

Mechanical drafting (AutoCAD, SolidWorks)

Project management

Materials handling

Technical troubleshooting and support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field

Tools

SolidWorks Simulation

ANSYS

Job description

Job Summary

The Mechanical Design Engineer is responsible for leading the design, procurement, installation, and commissioning of mechanical systems, with a primary focus on conveyor systems used in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments. This role requires strong technical expertise, project management skills, and the ability to coordinate cross-disciplinary teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop conveyor systems including belt, roller, chain, and custom conveyors.
• Create detailed 2D drawings and 3D CAD models of mechanical components and assemblies.
• Perform engineering calculations (e.g., belt tension, load distribution, shaft sizing, drive selection).
• Generate bills of materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and fabrication drawings.
• Select mechanical components such as motors, gearboxes, bearings, and pulleys.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including electrical, controls, and manufacturing engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and client specifications.
• Support product development, prototyping, and on-site commissioning when required.
• Conduct design reviews and implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) principles.
• Troubleshoot mechanical issues during production or installation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• 3–7 years of experience in mechanical project engineering, preferably with conveyor or material handling systems.
• Experience with simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks Simulation, ANSYS).
• Knowledge of conveyor industry standards.
• Field installation or commissioning experience.

Skills

• Conveyor system design
• Mechanical drafting (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.)
• Project management
• Materials handling
• System integration
• Cost estimation and budgeting
• Technical troubleshooting and support