Mechanical Engineer

Artelia; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Artelia is seeking a senior Mechanical Engineer in Dubai to lead mechanical design for aviation projects, including airport terminals and hangars. You will perform calculations, develop BMS integrations, and ensure compliance with local authority regulations and international standards.

The role requires extensive UAE/GCC experience in mechanical design, with a strong aviation background and proficiency in Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in mechanical design, UAE/GCC experience preferred.
• Aviation project experience is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering; MOE recognition is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design of building utilities for aviation projects including airport terminals and control towers.
• Perform engineering calculations for flows, pressures, and pipe sizing.
• Develop controls, sequences of operations, and BMS integrations.
• Ensure design compliance with local regulations and international standards.
• Coordinate BIM workflows, clash detection, and Navisworks coordination.

Skills

Mechanical design

Engineering calculations

BMS integration

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

MOE recognition

UAE Society of Engineers membership preferred

Tools

Revit

Navisworks

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Job description

WHY ARTELIA?

Join Artelia, an international engineering, consulting and project management group delivering complex and sustainable projects across infrastructure, buildings, mobility, water and energy.

In the Middle East, you'll join a multicultural and growing environment where you can take ownership and make a visible impact.

THE ROLE

The mechanical Engineer will perform mechanical design using international standards along with the local regulations. He will provide mechanical engineering building utilities design for aviation related projects including airport terminals, MRO hangars and control towers.

The Mechanical Engineer supports all project design phases - from concept to construction and commissioning - ensuring compliance with local authority regulations, aviation requirements, and international standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Design & Engineering

• System Design: Lead the design of comprehensive plumbing systems and compressed air systems (HVAC design experience is a strong plus).
• Engineering Calculations: Perform precise calculations for flow rates, pressure heads, and pipe sizing.
• Controls & Automation: Develop controls, sequences of operations, and Building Management System (BMS) integrations.
• Compliance: Ensure all designs strictly comply with relevant engineering codes and standards.

Authorities & Approvals

• Permitting: Manage and secure necessary local authority approvals, NOCs, and permits for design documents.

BIM & Digital Coordination

• Modeling: Competently utilize BIM software throughout the entire design lifecycle.
• Coordination: Run clash detection and coordination processes using Navisworks and cloud platforms (BIM 360 / ACC).

WHAT YOU BRING

• 10-15 years in mechanical design, heavily focused on UAE/GCC projects (Aviation experience highly preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering eligible for MOE recognition; UAE Society of Engineers membership is preferred.
• UAE authority requirements (DM, DCD, DEWA, etc.)
• Mastery of Revit, Navisworks, and Autodesk Construction Cloud platforms.
• Exceptional problem-solving traits, high adaptability, and the ability to collaborate under pressure to meet tight deadlines.