Mechanical Project Engineer

Jones Engineering; Dammam; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Engineering is seeking a Mechanical Project Engineer at an intermediate level for Dammam, Saudi Arabia. You will design and coordinate mid-to-large-scale mechanical, public health, and fire life safety systems for data centre projects.

You will ensure compliance with local and international standards, provide BIM input, and lead multi-disciplinary coordination while delivering robust, value-driven engineering solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in construction projects, data centre or mission-critical projects preferred.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical systems (CHW, HVAC, plumbing, fire protection).

Responsibilities

• Design and coordinate mechanical, public health, and fire life safety systems from inception to detailed design.
• Ensure drawings and specs comply with local regulations (KSA/UAE), and standards (BS, IEC, NFPA).
• Provide technical input to BIM team for coordinated drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Perform detailed technical reviews of existing designs and calculations.
• Raise and manage RFIs for clarifications with clients/consultants.
• Coordinate with the technical director and present designs; manage site-condition changes.
• Ensure engineering calculations and drawings meet industry and legal standards.
• Lead coordination of engineering services across disciplines.
• Apply holistic engineering concepts and value engineering.
• Coordinate with estimation teams during tender phases.

Skills

Excellent communication

Coordination

Problem solving

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment adaptability

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:

Design & Coordination

• 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.