Mechanical Engineer

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in Dubai seeks a Mechanical Engineer to supervise and coordinate mechanical works across stormwater, irrigation, pumping stations and related infrastructure.

You will review drawings, manage QA/QC, ensure compliance with UAE standards, and collaborate with civil, structural, electrical and SCADA teams. The role requires hands-on site leadership, safety adherence, and timely project handovers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction supervision of infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in stormwater, irrigation, pumping stations, water transmission, utility infrastructure, and associated mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, pipelines, valves, mechanical equipment, testing, and commissioning procedures.
• Familiarity with authority requirements, quality standards, and construction supervision practices within the UAE/GCC.
• UAE/GCC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect mechanical works for stormwater drainage, irrigation networks, pumping stations, reservoirs, tanks, pipelines, valves, and related infrastructure facilities.
• Review mechanical shop drawings, submittals, material submissions, method statements, testing procedures, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure all mechanical installations comply with project specifications, approved drawings, contract requirements, and applicable authority standards.
• Coordinate mechanical works with civil, structural, electrical, utility, and SCADA disciplines to ensure efficient project execution.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction progress, and installation activities to ensure compliance with approved schedules and quality requirements.
• Inspect the installation of pumps, motors, valves, surge protection systems, pressure reducing stations, mechanical pipelines, fittings, and associated equipment.
• Witness and verify mechanical testing and commissioning activities, including hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, flushing, performance testing, equipment start-up, and operational testing.
• Participate in FAT/SAT where required.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, design conflicts, construction challenges, and site constraints in coordination with the project team.
• Review and respond to RFIs, technical queries, design modifications, and contractor proposals.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, utility providers, and relevant authorities to facilitate inspections, approvals, testing, and project handover.
• Monitor compliance with QA/QC procedures and ensure timely closure of NCRs, observations, and corrective actions.
• Attend progress meetings, technical workshops, commissioning meetings, and authority inspections.
• Prepare inspection reports, progress updates, technical assessments, and recommendations for the Resident Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and promote safe working practices during all mechanical installation and commissioning activities.
• Review operation and maintenance manuals, asset registers, test certificates, and handover documentation.
• Support project closeout, final inspections, commissioning approvals, and handover of mechanical systems to the Client.

Skills

Mechanical infrastructure supervision

Pumping stations & water systems

Irrigation & stormwater networks

Testing & commissioning

QA/QC compliance

Technical review & problem solving

Authority & stakeholder coordination

Construction management

HSE compliance

Reporting & documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

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The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for supervising, inspecting, and coordinating all mechanical works related to stormwater, irrigation, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure projects. The role requires ensuring compliance with project specifications, authority requirements, quality standards, contractual obligations, and HSE regulations throughout construction, testing, commissioning, and handover.

• Supervise and inspect all mechanical works associated with stormwater drainage, irrigation networks, pumping stations, reservoirs, tanks, pipelines, valves, and related infrastructure facilities.
• Review and provide comments on mechanical shop drawings, technical submittals, material submissions, method statements, testing procedures, and as-built documentation.
• Ensure all mechanical installations comply with project specifications, approved drawings, contract requirements, and applicable authority standards.
• Coordinate mechanical works with civil, structural, electrical, utility, and SCADA disciplines to ensure efficient project execution.
• Monitor contractor performance, construction progress, and installation activities to ensure compliance with approved schedules and quality requirements.
• Inspect the installation of pumps, motors, valves, surge protection systems, pressure reducing stations, mechanical pipelines, fittings, and associated equipment.
• Witness and verify mechanical testing and commissioning activities, including hydrostatic testing, pressure testing, flushing, performance testing, equipment start-up, and operational testing.
• Participate in factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT) where required.
• Identify and resolve technical issues, design conflicts, construction challenges, and site constraints in coordination with the project team.
• Review and respond to RFIs, technical queries, design modifications, and contractor proposals.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, utility providers, and relevant authorities to facilitate inspections, approvals, testing, and project handover.
• Monitor compliance with QA/QC procedures and ensure timely closure of NCRs, observations, and corrective actions.
• Attend progress meetings, technical workshops, commissioning meetings, and authority inspections.
• Prepare inspection reports, progress updates, technical assessments, and recommendations for the Resident Engineer.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and promote safe working practices during all mechanical installation and commissioning activities.
• Review operation and maintenance manuals, asset registers, test certificates, and handover documentation.
• Support project closeout, final inspections, commissioning approvals, and handover of mechanical systems to the Client.

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in construction supervision of infrastructure projects.
• Proven experience in stormwater, irrigation, pumping stations, water transmission, utility infrastructure, and associated mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of pumps, pipelines, valves, mechanical equipment, testing, and commissioning procedures.
• Familiarity with authority requirements, quality standards, and construction supervision practices within the UAE/GCC.
• UAE/GCC experience preferred.

• Mechanical Infrastructure Supervision
• Pumping Stations & Water Systems
• Irrigation & Stormwater Networks
• Testing & Commissioning
• QA/QC Compliance
• Technical Review & Problem Solving
• Authority & Stakeholder Coordination
• Construction Management
• HSE Compliance
• Reporting & Documentation

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About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options,well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.