Senior Mechanical Engineer - 100% (m / f)

ARX Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Dubai is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and firefighting systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge, design expertise, and a proven track record in large-scale infrastructure projects. This role offers an opportunity to lead innovative projects and collaborate with a dynamic team dedicated to engineering excellence in the Middle East.

Benefits

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects

Personalized professional growth

Collaboration with a forward-thinking team

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical design for building services or infrastructure projects.
• Strong knowledge of design codes and standards such as NFPA, ASHRAE, BS, EN, SBC.
• Experience in railway, infrastructure, metro, or airport projects is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HVAC, plumbing, and firefighting design from concept to completion.
• Ensure compliance with international and local codes.
• Coordinate closely with clients and other engineering disciplines.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Firefighting systems

Design calculations

Project coordination

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit/BIM

Mechanical design software

Job description

ARX is a global network of specialists in engineering, design, and architecture. Our team offers 360° consulting, project management, and technical services in :

airports, bridges, buildings, cableways,

digital innovation, environment, equipment,

geology, geotechnics, hydropower, metros,

nuclear plants, oil & gas, pipelines, ports,

railways, river engineering, roads, traffic,

tunnels, and water / wastewater treatment.

With offices across Europe, North and South America, Asia, Africa, and Oceania, our agile task force combines global expertise with local know-how. The result is our uniquely "glocal" approach, which allows us to meet the specific needs of each community while incorporating international best practices. At ARX, smart minds strive for a sustainable future, transforming communities one innovative project at a time.

People are the heart and soul of ARX. We are a home for innovators, visionaries, and experts to develop talents, launch careers, and collaborate with fellow specialists. ARX values individuals. Believing their brilliance and determination will provide solutions to tomorrow's challenges, we welcome professionals who will both benefit from and enrich our team.

ARX, marks a significant expansion into the Middle East. This underscores our dedication to innovation and engineering excellence, bolstering our position in the region.

For our office in Dubai, we are looking for

Senior Mechanical Engineer - 100% (m / f)

The ideal candidate is a highly skilled Mechanical Engineer with over 10 years of experience, possessing strong design expertise and a proven track record in HVAC, Plumbing, and Firefighting systems.

The position demands solid technical knowledge in performing design calculations, preparing detailed reports and specifications, and ensuring full compliance with local and international codes and standards. Candidates with experience in infrastructure and railway projects will be highly preferred, as the position involves contributing to complex, large-scale developments requiring precision, coordination, and technical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HVAC, plumbing and firefighting design from concept to detailed design stages.


• Carry out mechanical design calculations, sizing, equipment selection, layouts and technical reports.


• Ensure mechanical systems are compliant with international and local codes such as NFPA, ASHRAE, BS, EN, SBC, etc.


• Coordinate closely with clients, consultants, architects and other engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated design solutions.


• Review and develop design drawings, specifications, bill of quantities and design deliverables.


• Participate in technical meetings, design reviews and workshops with stakeholders and authorities.


• Support junior engineers and participate in internal design reviews to ensure quality and consistency.


• Provide support during tendering, technical evaluations and respond to contractor RFIs during execution.


• Willing to travel to project sites or client offices when required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering.


• Minimum 10 years of experience in mechanical design for building services or infrastructure projects.


• Proven experience in HVAC, plumbing and firefighting system design, calculations and specifications.


• Experience in railway, infrastructure, metro, or airport projects is highly preferred.


• Strong knowledge of design codes and standards (NFPA, ASHRAE, BS, EN, SBC, etc.).


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit / BIM and mechanical design software.


• GCC or Middle East project experience preferred.


• Strong coordination, communication and problem-solving skills.

We Offer

• Opportunity to collaborate with a forward-thinking, synergistic, and innovative team.


• Exposure to cutting-edge projects driving Middle East / North African regions development.


• Personalized professional growth and developmental avenues tailored to your career aspirations.

If you would you like to join our highly motivated and very successful team please send us your complete application!

Sector: Engineering

Role: Engineering

Will manage other people : Yes

Job type: Permanent job