Sr. Mechanical Engineer

STIINE ELECTROMECHANICAL WORKS LLC; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 201,000 - 335,000; Full time

Job summary

STIINE Electromechanical Works LLC is seeking a Mechanical Site Engineer to lead on-site operations for HVAC, Plumbing-Water & Drainage, and Firefighting networks. You will bridge engineering drawings with field installation, ensuring compliance with approved plans, local regulations, and quality standards.

Candidate should have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering with 10-12 years of site-based experience in building construction or MEP contracting, and be proficient in AutoCAD and MS Excel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10-12 years of site-based experience in building construction or MEP contracting.
• Proficient reading of layout blueprints and knowledge of ASHRAE/NFPA codes.
• Proficient in AutoCAD (2D/3D) and MS Excel for reports.

Responsibilities

• Site Supervision: oversee mechanical installations ensuring conformity with drawings.
• Subcontractor Management: monitor daily progress, quality and manpower.
• Drawing Coordination: review shop drawings to detect clashes with other trades.
• Authority Approvals: assist in meeting local regulatory standards.
• Documentation & Inspection: manage TDS, submittals, MIR, test reports, as-built drawings and commissioning reports.
• Progress Reporting: maintain site diaries and generate progress reports for the MEP Project Manager.
• Labor & Material: monitor daily manpower and material requirements and coordinate with procurement.
• Testing & Commissioning: witness and execute pressure testing, balancing, and commissioning.
• Safety Enforcement: uphold HSE standards on site.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Subcontractor negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD 2D/3D

MS Excel

Job description

STIINE Electromechanical Works LLC is part of the STIINE group, originally established in India in 1983 and serving the building materials industry for over three decades. In 2013, STIINE expanded to the UAE, focusing on MEP and HVAC services for fast-track commercial, residential, and industrial projects. The group further grew with the launch of AAVOC Building Maintenance in 2016, offering comprehensive facility maintenance solutions. With offices in India and the UAE, STIINE maintains a strong credit rating, a loyal client base, and operates on international best practices. The organization is driven by continuous development and core values that emphasize innovative, high-quality MEP solutions and timely project delivery across the UAE.

Job Summary

The Mechanical Site Engineer will manage day-to-day on-site operations for all mechanical systems, including HVAC, Plumbing-Water & Drainage, and Firefighting networks. You will bridge the gap between engineering drawings and field installation, ensuring all works comply with approved plans, local authority regulations, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Supervision: Oversee mechanical installations (HVAC ducting, piping, fire protection, plumbing) ensuring zero deviations from approved shop drawings.
• Subcontractor Management: Monitor subcontractor daily progress, quality of work, and man-power distribution.
• Drawing Coordination: Review Mechanical shop drawings to detect and resolve clashes with mechanical, Electrical or civil structures.
• Authority Approvals: Assist in ensuring installations meet local regulatory authority standards (e.g., local Authority, Municipality, Civil Defense).
• Documentation & Inspection: Raise and close out Technical Data sheets (TDS), Drawing Submittals, Work Inspection Requests (WIR), Material Inspection Requests (MIR), Test Reports, as built drawings, Commissioning Reports of the project and with the consultant.
• Progress Reporting: Maintain accurate site diaries and generate clear daily/weekly progress reports for the MEP Project Manager.
• Labor & Material requirement: Monitor daily manpower and material requirements based on planned site activities. Track workforce attendance, productivity, and resource utilization, ensuring adequate labor and materials are available to achieve project milestones. Coordinate with subcontractors and the procurement team to prevent delays and maintain continuous site progress.
• Testing & Commissioning: Witness and execute pressure testing, balancing, and commissioning of mechanical systems prior to client handover.
• Safety Enforcement: Strictly uphold company Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) standards across your designated site zones.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience: Minimum 10-12 years of solid, site-based experience in building construction or MEP contracting.
• Technical Knowledge: Proficient in reading layout blueprints; deep understanding of international and local construction codes (e.g., ASHRAE, NFPA).
• Software: Competent using AutoCAD (2D/3D) and MS Excel for report drafting.
• Skills: Exceptional problem-solving capabilities, clear communication skills, and strong subcontractor negotiation tactics.