Site Senior Mechanical Engineer

Syska Hennessy Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

End-of-service benefits

Annual leave entitlement

Performance-based bonus (where/app)

Career growth in international firm

Job summary

Syska Hennessy Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Site Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead on-site mechanical design, supervision and commissioning for landmark building projects, including data centers.

You will review drawings, coordinate with disciplines, conduct site inspections for code and design compliance, and drive client-facing progress and handovers with focus on quality and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years UAE experience in mechanical engineering design, construction supervision, and commissioning of complex building projects.
• Experience with Data Centers / mission-critical facilities.
• Strong knowledge of testing, commissioning, and critical systems.
• Excellent coordination, technical review, and Client-facing skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent Syska in technical discussions with Clients, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Review mechanical shop drawings, RFIs, material submittals, method statements, calculations, technical proposals, and variation requests.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and design intent.
• Coordinate mechanical works with other disciplines and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Monitor quality and progress, identify non-compliant works, and follow up on corrective actions and punch-list closure.
• Review and witness mechanical testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and integrated systems testing.
• Review as-built drawings, O&M manuals, testing records, warranties, and project close-out documentation.
• Support final inspections, Client handover, and Uptime Institute certification, where applicable.
• Identify and report design, construction, procurement, and schedule risks affecting project performance.
• Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) for failures in critical mechanical systems and prepare Client-facing reports with corrective actions.

Skills

Mechanical design

Construction supervision

Commissioning

Data centers experience

Client-facing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Job description

Watch your work come to life in landmark projects around the world when you partner with Syska Hennessy Group! As a global leader in consulting, engineering, and commissioning services, we specialize in MEP, information and communication technology, architectural lighting, vertical transportation, and commissioning.

Our work environment provides the optimal setting to take your engineering career to the next level. From our supportive culture, diverse workforce, and competitive compensation. We are looking for Site Senior Mechanical Engineer in our UAE- Abu Dhabi office.

Job Responsibilities:

• Represent Syska in technical discussions with Clients, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Review mechanical shop drawings, RFIs, material submittals, method statements, calculations, technical proposals, and variation requests.
• Carry out regular site inspections to ensure mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and design intent.
• Coordinate mechanical works with other disciplines and resolve technical and construction-related issues.
• Monitor quality and progress, identify non-compliant works, and follow up on corrective actions and punch-list closure.
• Review and witness mechanical testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and integrated systems testing.
• Review as-built drawings, O&M manuals, testing records, warranties, and project close-out documentation.
• Support final inspections, Client handover, and Uptime Institute certification, where applicable.
• Identify and report design, construction, procurement, and schedule risks affecting project performance.
• Conduct Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) for failures in critical mechanical systems and prepare Client-facing reports with corrective actions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of UAE experience in mechanical engineering design, construction supervision, and commissioning of complex building projects, preferably including mission-critical/data center facilities.
• Strong mechanical site supervision and construction experience.
• Experience with Data Centers / mission-critical facilities and associated mechanical systems.
• Strong knowledge of testing, commissioning, and critical systems.
• Excellent coordination, technical review, and Client-facing skills.

As an employee at Syska Hennessy, you will be part of a global firm with an amazing history!

We are committed to being the best, to advancing engineering design practice, and to supporting our clients with integrity. To make all of that happen, we rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm, and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here.

The benefits program at Syska Hennessy Group Includes:

• Compensation package determined based on experience
• Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for employee and eligible dependents
• End-of-service benefits in accordance with UAE Labor Law
• Paid annual leave entitlement
• Performance-based bonus (where applicable)
• Career growth within a leading international engineering environment
• Employee Referral Program, rewarding employees for helping us attract top talent.
• Long Service Awards recognizing loyalty and commitment to the firm.
• Opportunities to work alongside industry-leading experts on projects across the globe
• Friendly, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.
• Accreditation Reward Program supporting industry certifications through financial awards.
• Support for achieving professional accreditations, including a structured certification rewards program.

At Syska, we have cultivated a community that supports learning and provides guidance for professional development and furthering our culture of excellence.

We promote an environment that is committed to embedding diversity and equality into the core of our business and culture.

We empower our employees so they can take ownership of their work and development and strive to continually improve themselves and our firm. We rely on the talent, drive, enthusiasm and the total job satisfaction of the great people who work here for our success!

Syska is a place where you can build an exceptional career and have a lasting impact on the world.