Senior Site Mechanical Engineer – UAE (HVAC/MEP)

9E Global; Dubai; On-site; AED 268,000 - 402,000; Full time

Job summary

9E Global is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer - Site for our UAE operations in Dubai. The role focuses on inspecting and monitoring mechanical works on site, ensuring installations follow drawings, specs and codes, while coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

You will conduct inspections, witness testing, and support handover of projects. Requirements include a mechanical engineering degree with 10+ years in consultancy and strong knowledge of UAE/GCC codes.

Qualifications

• Qualified graduate engineer in Mechanical Engineering. Master's Degree/Chartered Engineering status is a plus.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in engineering consultancy firms, including substantial site experience.
• Good understanding of UAE/GCC codes, standards, and regulations applicable to mechanical systems and building services.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and inspect mechanical installations to ensure compliance with approved drawings and specifications.
• Supervise contractors and coordinate daily mechanical site activities.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection requests.
• Inspect HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, plumbing, firefighting, and other mechanical systems.
• Coordinate mechanical works with MEP and other project disciplines to resolve site issues.
• Witness testing and commissioning of mechanical systems and equipment.
• Identify defects, non-conforming works, and incomplete installations and follow up on corrective actions.
• Support snagging, final inspections, documentation, and successful project handover.
• Perform mechanical engineering calculations and system design from concept through detailed design.
• Design HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, and smoke management systems.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and engineering studies.
• Support equipment selection and system sizing.
• Ensure designs comply with project requirements, applicable codes, and standards.
• Coordinate mechanical designs with architectural, electrical, structural, and other disciplines.

Skills

Site inspections

Contractor coordination

HVAC knowledge

Building services knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree or Chartered status (advantage)

Tools

CAD software (3D CAD)

Job description

9E Global is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer - Site for our UAE operations in Dubai. The role focuses on inspecting and monitoring mechanical works on site, ensuring installations follow drawings, specs and codes, while coordinating with contractors and multidisciplinary teams.

You will conduct inspections, witness testing, and support handover of projects. Requirements include a mechanical engineering degree with 10+ years in consultancy and strong knowledge of UAE/GCC codes.