Senior Mechanical Engineer — Data Center HVAC & Piping

AtkinsRéalis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical activities for mission-critical data centre projects in Dubai. You will oversee HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, and fire protection systems, review designs, coordinate installations, and ensure quality and schedules across multidisciplinary interfaces.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree with at least 10 years in data centre or mission-critical settings, and knowledge of ASHRAE/NFPA standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience.
• Data Centre or mission-critical project experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of HVAC and cooling systems; knowledge of ASHRAE/NFPA standards.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical designs and technical submissions.
• Coordinate installation of HVAC and cooling systems.
• Manage chilled water and heat rejection systems.
• Review shop drawings and material submittals.
• Support procurement and technical evaluations.
• Monitor construction progress and contractor performance.
• Resolve site-based technical issues.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Support testing, balancing, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with project schedules and quality standards.
• Participate in design reviews and value engineering initiatives.
• Prepare engineering reports and progress updates.

Skills

HVAC systems

Stakeholder management

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

BIM

MS Office

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead mechanical activities for mission-critical data centre projects in Dubai. You will oversee HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, and fire protection systems, review designs, coordinate installations, and ensure quality and schedules across multidisciplinary interfaces.

Ideal candidates hold a Mechanical Engineering degree with at least 10 years in data centre or mission-critical settings, and knowledge of ASHRAE/NFPA standards.