Senior Vertical Transportation Engineer – VT Design Lead

WSP Global Inc.; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 650,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP Global Inc. in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Engineer – Vertical Transportation (VT) to lead design, specification, and delivery of VT systems across diverse projects in the UAE. You will drive technical leadership and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, innovative VT solutions from concept through handover.

You will mentor junior engineers and engage with clients and contractors, supporting business development and technical submissions as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of VT design and consultancy experience.
• Knowledge of international and regional codes (EN, ISO, BS) and local authorities in the Middle East.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Lead VT design and specifications including lifts, escalators, moving walks, and specialist systems.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, schedules, and specifications in line with project requirements and relevant standards.
• Review VT designs for compliance with codes, standards and best practices.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines (MEP, Architecture, Structures, BIM) and external stakeholders.
• Liaise with clients, architects, contractors, and VT suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tender evaluations, technical submissions, and contractor clarifications.
• Provide site support including inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities.
• Contribute to mentoring and technical development of junior team members.

Skills

VT design & consultancy

Leadership / mentoring

Coordination with multidisciplinary

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

WSP Global Inc. in Dubai seeks an experienced Senior Engineer – Vertical Transportation (VT) to lead design, specification, and delivery of VT systems across diverse projects in the UAE. You will drive technical leadership and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver compliant, innovative VT solutions from concept through handover.

You will mentor junior engineers and engage with clients and contractors, supporting business development and technical submissions as needed.