LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Duncan & Ross; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a highly skilled Lead Mechanical Engineer for projects in Riyadh. This role involves leading engineering activities, ensuring project compliance, and overseeing BIM coordination. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years experience in mechanical engineering, expertise in BIM workflows, and strong problem-solving skills. A degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. This position offers the opportunity to work directly on construction projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience within contracting firms.
• Strong understanding of BIM workflows, model coordination, and digital engineering processes.
• Proven capability to review and interpret mechanical drawings, models, and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities on construction projects.
• Oversee BIM-related coordination and design reviews.
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and site teams.

Skills

BIM workflows

Mechanical drawing interpretation

Problem-solving

Project coordination

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About the job LEAD MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering activities on construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards
• Oversee BIM-related coordination, facilitating clash detection, design reviews, and multidisciplinary alignment
• Review mechanical models, drawings, and calculations; provide clear technical comments and ensure timely resolution of design issues
• Coordinate with consultants, subcontractors, and site teams to resolve technical queries and support smooth project execution
• Monitor site installation works, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to approved designs
• Support planning, material submittals, method statements, and commissioning activities
• Identify risks, propose engineering solutions, and drive continuous improvements in project delivery

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant mechanical engineering experience within contracting firms
• Strong understanding of BIM workflows, model coordination, and digital engineering processes
• Proven capability to review and interpret mechanical drawings, models, and technical documents
• Demonstrated experience working on site, managing installation and construction activities (not purely office/design based)
• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and coordination skills
• Familiarity with relevant mechanical codes, standards, and construction best practices

Vertical

Engineering