Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems

Parsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 335,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation seeks a Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems in Riyadh to lead mechanical design and construction oversight for large-scale public facilities. You will direct design reviews, inspections, and MEP coordination across disciplines, ensuring safety, quality, and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has 14+ years in mechanical engineering with stadium/project experience and a strong background in ERP/SAP systems, codes, and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 14+ years of progressively responsible mechanical engineering experience, with construction oversight.
• Experience delivering stadiums or large public venues preferred; PMC background advantageous.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and wider MEP interfaces.
• Ability to interpret building codes and engineering standards; MMUP/UPDA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for mechanical engineering activities across the project lifecycle.
• Direct mechanical design, installation, inspection, and multidisciplinary coordination on complex facilities.
• Coordinate interfaces among MEP disciplines to prevent conflicts and ensure constructability.

Skills

Mechanical systems

MEP design

Construction oversight

HVAC

Plumbing coordination

Fire protection

AutoCAD

Revit

MEP modeling

Engineering design

Drawing review

Submittals

Inspections

Commissioning

Codes & standards

Specifications

Quality control

Risk assessment

Budget & scheduling

Contractor coordination

Stadium projects

PMC delivery

SAP

ERP systems

UPDA

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems Job Snapshot

Role: Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Industry: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Function: Mechanical Engineering
Experience: 14 years
Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview

Lead Mechanical Engineer - Building Systems in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is a senior Mechanical or Industrial Engineering opportunity with Parsons Corporation for an experienced professional specializing in mechanical systems, construction oversight, MEP coordination, and major public infrastructure facilities. The role is hiring an engineering leader capable of directing mechanical design, installation, inspection, technical compliance, and multidisciplinary coordination across complex projects, with stadium or large public venue experience particularly valuable.

Job Details

Country: Saudi Arabia
City: Riyadh
Industry: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Function: Mechanical Engineering
Salary: 30000-45000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Lead Mechanical Engineer will provide technical leadership for mechanical engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle, translating design requirements, statutory obligations, and engineering standards into safe and buildable solutions. The position combines construction oversight with design review, inspection, MEP coordination, risk management, contractor engagement, and team leadership. By maintaining control over mechanical quality, interfaces, schedules, and technical decisions, the role contributes directly to reliable project delivery and long-term facility performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical engineering development and construction oversight while ensuring designs satisfy project specifications, applicable codes, statutory requirements, and recognized engineering standards.
• Direct mechanical activities from concept and design review through procurement, installation, testing, commissioning support, and project completion.
• Develop and review engineering policies, technical standards, inspection procedures, evaluation methods, and mechanical compliance requirements.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces involving plumbing, fire protection, electrical systems, and other MEP disciplines to prevent design and construction conflicts.
• Review mechanical drawings, calculations, specifications, material submissions, equipment selections, and technical documentation for completeness and constructability.
• Provide solutions to complex mechanical engineering issues encountered during design development and site execution.
• Monitor budgets, engineering schedules, deliverables, construction progress, and technical dependencies affecting mechanical work packages.
• Conduct and oversee inspections, technical reviews, testing activities, and quality verification to protect the integrity of installed systems.
• Guide mechanical engineers and designers, review their technical output, and support the development of consistent engineering practices across the team.
• Work directly with contractors, suppliers, and vendors on equipment selection, technical compliance, procurement requirements, delivery schedules, and installation matters.
• Identify mechanical design and construction risks early and establish practical mitigation measures that protect safety, cost, quality, and program objectives.
• Act as a senior technical contact for client representatives, responding to engineering concerns and providing clear recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
• Verify compliance with relevant building regulations and local, national, and international mechanical engineering codes.
• Evaluate emerging technologies, engineering methods, and MEP solutions that can improve system efficiency, constructability, reliability, and project performance.
• Use project and enterprise systems to support engineering coordination, documentation, reporting, and technical workflow control.

Ideal Profile

The position requires a Bachelor 's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 14 years of progressively responsible mechanical engineering experience, with a strong concentration on construction oversight. Experience delivering stadiums, major public venues, or similarly complex facilities is strongly preferred, while previous work within a PMC environment would provide a significant advantage. Candidates should possess detailed knowledge of mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, and wider MEP interfaces together with the ability to interpret building codes and engineering standards. Professional MMUP Engineer Registration - UPDA certification is preferred. The successful engineer will be comfortable leading multidisciplinary technical discussions, resolving difficult site and design issues, reviewing contractor work, managing priorities, and communicating engineering decisions to clients and project stakeholders. Strong familiarity with ERP environments and SAP functional processes is also required.

Skills Set

• Mechanical systems engineering
• MEP design coordination
• Mechanical construction oversight
• HVAC and building services systems
• Plumbing systems coordination
• Fire protection coordination
• AutoCAD
• Autodesk Revit
• MEP modeling software
• Mechanical modeling software
• Engineering design review
• Construction drawing review
• Equipment and material submittal review
• Mechanical inspections
• Testing and commissioning coordination
• Building codes and engineering standards
• Technical specifications
• Quality control and compliance
• Construction risk assessment
• Project budgeting and scheduling
• Contractor and vendor coordination
• Stadium and public venue engineering
• PMC project delivery
• SAP
• ERP systems
• MMUP Engineer Registration - UPDA

Why Join Us

Riyadh 's continuing investment in major infrastructure, public venues, and complex built assets is creating sustained demand for experienced mechanical engineering leadership. This position provides the opportunity to influence technically challenging projects at a senior level while working across design, construction, MEP integration, quality, and stakeholder management. Parsons also offers an environment where experienced engineers can expand their leadership responsibilities, contribute to innovative project solutions, and develop within large multidisciplinary programs.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation delivers engineering, construction management, infrastructure, and technology solutions for complex programs around the world. Its work in Saudi Arabia spans major infrastructure and built-environment developments, giving engineering professionals exposure to multidisciplinary projects where technical quality, safety, innovation, and reliable project delivery are central to successful outcomes.