Senior Mechanical Engineer - Pump Stations & Infrastructure

AECOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure projects, focusing on pump stations, lifting stations, and drainage systems. You will lead mechanical works, review technical submissions, and coordinate with civil, electrical, and SCADA teams to deliver reliable infrastructure.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in mechanical infrastructure, UAE/GCC experience, and a track record of installation, testing, commissioning, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical infrastructure projects.
• Strong experience in pump stations and lifting stations.
• Experience with installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
• UAE/GCC infrastructure experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage mechanical works for pump stations, lifting stations, drainage facilities, and infrastructure projects.
• Oversee installation of pumps, valves, pipework, mechanical equipment, actuators, penstocks, screens, and associated systems.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, ITPs, RFIs, and technical submissions.
• Coordinate mechanical works with civil, electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA systems.
• Supervise testing, commissioning, performance testing, and final acceptance of mechanical systems.
• Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, designers, and stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues.
• Ensure mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and applicable standards.
• Support handover and closeout, including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, testing records, and asset documentation.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

AECOM in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience in infrastructure projects, focusing on pump stations, lifting stations, and drainage systems. You will lead mechanical works, review technical submissions, and coordinate with civil, electrical, and SCADA teams to deliver reliable infrastructure.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in mechanical infrastructure, UAE/GCC experience, and a track record of installation, testing, commissioning, and