Senior Airport Mechanical Engineer – Site Install/Commission

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

Job summary

Artelia in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Site Engineer for mechanical building services on airport and aviation infrastructure projects. The role involves supervising installation, testing, commissioning and handover of HVAC, plumbing and related systems, ensuring safety, quality and compliance with international standards.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in mechanical building services, strong UAE regulatory knowledge, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• 10–15 years of experience in mechanical building services engineering, including design review, construction supervision, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Experience on airport/aviation or major infrastructure projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations and international standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, SMACNA).
• Professional memberships or commissioning certifications are advantageous.
• Proficient in Revit (BIM), AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC; cooling load software such as HAP or IES.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the installation of mechanical building services including HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, fire protection and related systems.
• Coordinate interfaces with architectural, structural, electrical, ICT, security and other systems.
• Conduct inspections, monitor contractor activities, raise observations and NCRs as needed.
• Review mechanical designs and calculations for compliance with project requirements and codes.
• Witness FAT/SAT, start-up activities and commissioning to verify performance.
• Review RFIs, submittals, variations and claims, providing technical recommendations to project leadership.
• Monitor progress against schedules and contribute mechanical input to project reports.
• Coordinate with airport authorities, operators and statutory authorities for smooth delivery.

Skills

HVAC systems

Site supervision

Commissioning

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Revit (BIM)

AutoCAD

Navisworks

BIM 360/ACC

HAP / IES

Job description

Artelia in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Site Engineer for mechanical building services on airport and aviation infrastructure projects. The role involves supervising installation, testing, commissioning and handover of HVAC, plumbing and related systems, ensuring safety, quality and compliance with international standards.

The ideal candidate has 10–15 years in mechanical building services, strong UAE regulatory knowledge, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD and Navisworks.