SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (SUPERVISION)

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

WHY ARTELIA?

Join Artelia, an international engineering, consulting and project management group delivering complex and sustainable projects across infrastructure, buildings, mobility, water and energy.

In the Middle East, you’ll join a multicultural and growing environment where you can take ownership and make a visible impact.

THE ROLE

A site-based engineering role responsible for supervising the construction, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical building services on airport and aviation infrastructure projects. You will ensure that all mechanical systems are delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with project specifications, authority requirements and international standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Supervise the installation of HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, smoke control, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, fuel, compressed air and associated mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, material approvals, equipment schedules, method statements and Inspection & Test Plans, and coordinate interfaces with architectural, structural, electrical, ICT, security and specialist systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, monitor contractor activities, identify technical and installation issues, issue observations and NCRs where required, and verify corrective actions.
• Review mechanical designs and engineering calculations for compliance with project requirements, authority regulations, maintainability criteria and international codes and standards.
• Witness inspections, pressure testing, flushing, balancing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), start-up activities and commissioning works to ensure system functionality and performance.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, technical submissions, variation proposals and claims, and provide technical recommendations to the Resident Engineer or Project Manager.
• Monitor construction progress against project schedules, verify completed works for payment certifications and contribute mechanical input to project reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, airport authorities, operators, end users and statutory authorities to ensure smooth project delivery.

WHAT YOU BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent recognized engineering qualification.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in mechanical building services engineering, including design review, construction supervision, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Previous experience on airport, aviation or major infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations and international standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, SMACNA and relevant local authority requirements.
• Professional memberships, LEED, Estidama, commissioning certifications or other recognized engineering accreditations are advantageous.
• Proficient in Revit (BIM), AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC, and cooling load calculation software such as HAP or IES.
• Sound understanding of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, smoke control and associated building services systems.