Mechanical Technical Engineer - Senior (Technical)

Michael Page; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 190,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits as per company policy

Job summary

Michael Page (UAE) is recruiting a Senior Mechanical Technical Engineer to oversee design review, shop drawing preparation, and BIM coordination for high-rise tower projects in Riyadh. You will ensure drawings reflect design intent and site conditions, maintain As-Built records, and support procurement and commissioning activities.

The role requires strong knowledge of mechanical systems, code compliance (ASHRAE/NFPA and Saudi codes), and ability to guide site engineers.

Qualifications

• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and building systems.
• Experience reviewing mechanical drawings, specifications, and technical submissions.
• Ability to assess mechanical issues and provide clear, workable recommendations.
• Confidence in preparing technical reports and maintaining engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of mechanical materials and equipment used in property projects.
• Ability to coordinate mechanical requirements with project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical design drawings and shop drawings (HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting, chilled water systems) for high-rise tower developments.
• Prepare and coordinate mechanical shop drawings, ensuring BIM coherence with approved design, model, and site conditions.
• Prepare and maintain As-Built drawings reflecting site execution for record and O&M handover.
• Prepare and verify BOQ take-offs for mechanical works to support procurement, tendering, and variation evaluation.
• Conduct technical/QC reviews of mechanical installations against design, ASHRAE/NFPA, and Saudi codes.
• Support BIM coordination for mechanical services and lead resolution of cross-discipline clashes.
• Review vendor technical submittals, equipment datasheets, and material approvals.
• Provide technical guidance to site mechanical engineers on complex system design and installation issues.
• Participate in testing, balancing, and commissioning reviews of mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable mechanical codes and the project’s technical standards.

Skills

Mechanical principles

Review drawings & submittals

Issue assessment

Technical documentation

Materials & equipment knowledge

Stakeholder coordination

Job description

• Opportunity to work with a leading real estate developer
• Opportunity to work on the most important project in KSA

About Our Client

The organisation operates within the Property industry in Riyadh.

Job Description

• Review mechanical design drawings and shop drawings (HVAC, plumbing, fire-fighting, chilled water systems) for high-rise tower developments.
• Prepare and coordinate mechanical shop drawings, ensuring compliance with approved design intent, the BIM-coordinated model, and actual site conditions.
• Prepare and maintain As-Built drawings for mechanical works, reflecting actual site execution for record and O&M handover purposes.
• Prepare and verify BOQ (Bill of Quantities) take-offs for mechanical works from drawings, to support procurement, tendering, and evaluation of variations/change orders.
• Conduct technical/QC reviews of mechanical installations against approved design, ASHRAE/NFPA, and Saudi codes.
• Support BIM coordination for mechanical services and lead resolution of cross-discipline clashes.
• Review vendor technical submittals, equipment datasheets, and material approvals.
• Provide technical guidance to site mechanical engineers on complex system design and installation issues.
• Participate in testing, balancing, and commissioning reviews of mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with applicable mechanical codes and the project's technical standards.

The Successful Applicant

A successful 'Senior Mechanical Technical Engineer' should have:

• Strong practical knowledge of mechanical engineering principles and building systems.
• Experience reviewing mechanical drawings, specifications and technical submissions.
• Ability to assess mechanical issues and provide clear, workable recommendations.
• Confidence preparing technical reports and maintaining accurate engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of mechanical materials and equipment used within property projects.
• Ability to coordinate mechanical requirements with relevant project stakeholders.

What's on Offer

• Permanent employment contract.
• Benefits as per company policy.