Mechanical Engineer - Dubai

Navartis; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join their Mission Critical team in Dubai. This role involves working on complex data centre projects across the Middle East & Asia, offering opportunities for ongoing professional development and career growth. Candidates should have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and relevant experience in mechanical systems design.

Benefits

Hybrid working

25+ days of holiday

Enhanced pension scheme

Private healthcare

Professional membership support

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the design of mechanical systems, ideally in data centres.
• Good knowledge of relevant standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design and delivery of mechanical systems for data centres.
• Preparing technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Coordinating with electrical, structural, and fire teams.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Proficiency with AutoCAD

Proficiency with Revit

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Description

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to join a leading Tier 1 engineering consultancy who specialise in delivering innovative and sustainable data centre projects globally.

Our client is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join their Mission Critical team working on hyperscale and colocation data centre projects across the Middle East & Asia. These projects are high-value, technically challenging, and ongoing for the next 5+ years, offering fantastic long-term career potential.

This company see their employees as their most important resource and encourage full involvement in order to develop their abilities for the benefit of the individual and company. This role offers a clear pathway to senior engineering and leadership positions, with ongoing professional development, chartership support, and training funded by the company.

Package offered for this Mechanical Engineer role :

• Salary : Market rate (depending on experience)
• Benefits : Hybrid working, 25+ days holiday, enhanced pension scheme, private healthcare, professional membership support

Key responsibilities for this Mechanical Engineer role :

• Reporting into the Mechanical Director
• Supporting the design and delivery of mechanical systems for data centres, including HVAC, cooling systems, piping, and fire protection
• Preparing technical drawings, schematics, and specifications using AutoCAD, Revit or similar software
• Coordinating with electrical, structural, and fire teams to deliver fully integrated solutions
• Attending client meetings and design reviews, presenting technical information clearly and confidently
• Supporting commissioning activities and providing technical input during construction
• Ensuring compliance with relevant standards and ASHRAE / Tier classifications (Tier III / Tier IV)

Experience required for this Mechanical Engineer role :

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar discipline
• Working towards Chartered Engineer (CEng) status is desirable
• Proven experience in the design of mechanical systems, ideally in data centres, critical facilities, or complex building services projects
• Good knowledge of relevant standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, etc.)
• Proficiency with design software such as AutoCAD, Revit or similar
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills