Project Engineer - Mechanical

Eram Talent; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Jeddah is looking for an experienced Mechanical Engineer to manage design reviews, quality inspections, and site supervision for residential HVAC systems. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience in the mechanical systems sector, deep proficiency in using design tools like SolidWorks and AutoCAD, and a strong understanding of commissioning processes. This role demands problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in dynamic project environments.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in QA/QC, design verification, and construction.
• Strong expertise in residential HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in engineering design tools like SolidWorks and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews of mechanical systems.
• Supervise mechanical work and monitor project progress.
• Conduct QA/QC inspections and issue reports.
• Coordinate mechanical design issues during construction.
• Lead the commissioning and startup of mechanical systems.

Skills

Design reviews

Site supervision

QA/QC inspections

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

An experienced Mechanical Engineer with a strong background in residential units HVAC and mechanical systems design reviews, material installation, site supervision, and quality inspections for the mechanical components of major building rectification and upgrade programs. This role demands a high level of expertise in the design, execution, testing, and commissioning of complex mechanical systems. The ideal candidate will ensure stringent adherence to design criteria, codes, and industry standards at every stage of the project life cycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform design reviews of design packages, providing constructability insights as needed to the Design & Engineering team or consultants.
• Review and coordinate shop drawings, and as-built drawings across multiple trades and disciplines.
• Supervise and inspect mechanical work, providing day-to-day monitoring of project progress within the project scope.
• Perform QA/QC inspections to identify nonconforming work, issuing periodic reports to track quality metrics.
• Respond to contractor requests for inspections, technical queries, and site clarifications, coordinating with the project management team to issue field directives as necessary.
• Verify quantities and work progress to ensure accuracy in completed work calculations.
• Coordinate and resolve mechanical design issues that arise during construction, working closely with all stakeholders, including contractors, to ensure alignment within the project scope.
• Support technical decision-making on mechanical systems, providing expertise to address design or installation challenges.
• Assist in the installation, troubleshooting, and repair of mechanical systems as needed.
• Offer technical knowledge and guidance on the operation of mechanical distribution systems.
• Lead commissioning, startup, and adjustments of mechanical systems and components, ensuring proper function.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in verifying design against construction, QA/QC, material specification, Mechanical Systems commissioning mainly residential HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Proficiency in engineering design tools such as SolidWorks and AutoCAD.
• Experience in site supervision, QA/QC inspections, and material installation.
• Strong experience in residential HVAC and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of mechanical codes, standards, and commissioning processes.
• Ability to review mechanical designs and verify them against site execution.
• A team player with a strong aptitude for problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments and adapt to changing project needs.
• Willingness to travel to various project sites as required.