Resident Engineer - Facility

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Discretionary bonus

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowance

Wellbeing Program access

Job summary

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering is seeking a Resident MEP Engineer in Abu Dhabi, UAE, to manage the erection and commissioning of MEP systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of MEP engineering experience, focusing on compliance with safety and quality standards.

The role involves coordinating with various teams and ensuring timely approvals for materials and drawings, alongside managing fire protection systems. A competitive, tax-free salary and benefits package is offered.

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Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in MEP engineering, focusing on erection, testing, and commissioning.
• Strong understanding of relevant standards such as NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME, and BS.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate with subcontractors, clients, and civil teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the erection, testing, and commissioning of various mechanical systems.
• Coordinate inspections with subcontractors and manufacturers for quality standards.
• Manage the complete testing of fire protection systems and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Fire protection systems

Coordination skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical drawing preparation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Overview

AtkinsRéalis is looking for a Resident MEP Engineer, in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the erection, testing, and commissioning of Package Units, Ducted Split units, EOT Cranes, and Electric Monorail Hoists.
• Coordinate inspections with subcontractors and manufacturers to ensure compliance with safety requirements and quality standards.
• Resolve site‑related issues by coordinating with subcontractors and clients.
• Prepare red‑marked and as‑built drawings for MEP services.
• Manage the complete testing and commissioning of fire protection systems, including the installation and testing of sprinkler systems, wet pilot sprinkler piping systems, deluge piping works, fire main line piping works, and fire pumps.
• Review HVAC ducting layouts, design load calculations, CO2 ventilation calculations, and other system drawings as per client specifications and standards.
• Follow up with owners/engineers for timely approval of material submittals and drawings, conducting meetings and visiting their offices to address comments and concerns.
• Coordinate with civil teams for HVAC/firefighting system openings and false ceiling work.
• Check and review water system P&ID, fire pump room layouts, sprinkler layouts, transformer deluge layouts, CO2 system P&ID, CO2 layouts, and fire alarm layouts.
• Ensure compliance with various standards such as NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME, BS, and other applicable standards for quality deliverables.
• Oversee the erection activities of electric, diesel, and jockey pumps, coordinating with duct erection works to avoid clashes with other utilities.
• Manage the erection, testing, and commissioning of package units and ducted split units in collaboration with suppliers and manufacturers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in MEP engineering, with a focus on erection, testing, and commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, fire protection systems, and relevant standards (NFPA, ASHRAE, ASME, BS).
• Excellent coordination and communication skills to work effectively with subcontractors, clients, and civil teams.
• Proven ability to prepare and review technical drawings and calculations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Benefits

• Tax‑free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

EEO Statement

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world‑class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.