Mechanical Project Engineer

Jones Engineering; Dammam; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer at an intermediate level to lead mechanical, public health, and fire life safety design for data centre projects.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5 years of construction- project experience, and strong AutoCAD/Navisworks/Revit skills for coordination and MTO review.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Building Services Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in construction projects, preferably data centres or mission-critical.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems: CHW, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection.
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Navisworks, Revit for coordination and MTO review.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills; familiar with Middle East codes is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Fully design mechanical, public health, and fire life safety systems from inception to detailed design.
• Ensure drawings and specs comply with local regulations and standards.
• Provide technical input to BIM team for coordinated drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Perform detailed technical review of existing design drawings and calculations.
• Raise and follow up RFIs for client/consultant clarifications.
• Liaise with the technical director and coordinate changes from site conditions.
• Ensure engineering calculations meet industry and legal standards.
• Lead coordination of engineering services and holistic concept application.
• Provide Value Engineering solutions.
• Liaise with estimation teams during tender phases.

Skills

HVAC

Plumbing

Fire protection

Communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Navisworks

Revit

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Mechanical Project Engineer - Intermediate Level

Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical Projects (preferred)

Location: Dammam - Saudi Arabia

Key Responsibilities

• Fully design the mechanical, public health and fire life safety systems from client inception to detailed design (CHW, HVAC, Fire suppression, drainage etc.).
• Ensure all mechanical design drawings and specifications comply with local regulations (KSA/UAE etc), relevant standards (BS, IEC, NFPA), and client requirements.
• Provide technical input to the BIM team during preparation of coordinated drawings and singleline diagrams for all mechanical systems.
• Perform detailed technical review of existing design drawings and calculations.
• Raise and follow up on Requests for Information (RFIs) for any client/consultant clarifications required.
• Liaise with the technical director and present designs and coordinate changes arising from site conditions or MEP interfaces.
• Ensures engineering calculations and drawings meet required robust industry and legal standards
• Leads on the coordination of engineering services
• Takes a holistic view in the selection and application of engineering concepts and solutions
• Provide Value Engineering solutions
• Liase with estimation teams during tender phases of projects.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or equivalent from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in construction projects (Data Centre or mission-critical project experience highly advantageous).
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical systems, (CHW, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, etc.).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, Navisworks, and Revit (for coordination and MTO review).
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with Middle East codes and standards is an advantage.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.