Site Mechanical Engineer Civil and Wet Utilities (Infrastructure) Location - Madinat Zayed Island

GHD; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced Site Mechanical Engineer to join their rapidly growing Abu Dhabi team. This role involves overseeing infrastructure projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. With a commitment to solving global challenges in water, energy, and urbanization, this firm offers a fixed-term contract that promises professional growth and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the field. If you are passionate about engineering and looking to advance your career in a supportive environment, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering with a focus on large infrastructure projects.
• UAE Driving License and authority registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operational functions and contractor submittals.
• Perform routine inspections to ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Document non-conformance issues and help determine resolutions.

Skills

Mechanical Engineering

Project Management

Quality Control

Communication Skills

Infrastructure Projects

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Description

Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanization.

Our Building Project Management team has a strong group of highly qualified industry professionals who take a long-term approach to client management. Our outstanding market position and enviable reputation lead to strong trusted relationships and repeat business.

Due to a strong pipeline of projects, our Abu Dhabi team is rapidly growing, and we are seeking an experienced Site Mechanical Engineer Civil and Wet Utilities (Infrastructure) to undertake an infrastructure project. It is a fixed-term contract for 13 months, based in Madinat Zayed.

• In this role, you will work as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team across various infrastructure, buildings, transport, and other project types. You will be involved in:
• Assisting the Resident Engineer in managing the operational functions of daily activities on the project, reviewing and approving contractor submittals, and participating in quality control and assurance. Under the supervision of the RE or MEP Lead,
• Performing routine inspection monitoring tasks to ensure proper construction supervision by others.
• Inspecting various facets of work on-site and performing continuous surveillance to ensure compliance with all applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
• Documenting non-conformance issues and participating in determining appropriate resolutions.

What you will bring to the team

• A Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years postgraduate experience and at least 7 years of similar work experience on large projects.
• Regional experience is preferred.
• Authority registration is preferred.
• A professional capable of managing and coordinating specialized activities or a team of moderate size and complexity.
• UAE Driving License.
• Good communication skills and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience in infrastructure projects.

Our commitment to you

Commitment defines how we do business, serve our clients, and care for one another. We support your needs by providing tools to excel and recognizing achievements. We foster curiosity and invest in new ideas, removing barriers where possible. We encourage collaboration across our diverse global team.

Who we are

We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in water, energy, and urbanization. GHD is a global professional services company, a leader in engineering, construction, and architectural expertise. Established in 1928, we are wholly owned by our people, comprising 14,000 diverse and skilled individuals across more than 200 offices worldwide. We are passionate about building lasting relationships with our partners and clients.

At GHD, we value individual achievement and diversity. We are committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invite applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.