Senior Mechanical Engineer

atkinsrealis; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to lead MEP supervision on a transportation project in Saudi Arabia. The role involves site supervision, technical coordination and contractor management to ensure on-time, compliant delivery of HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire/life safety systems.

You will work with the Senior Resident Engineer and multidisciplinary teams to resolve interfaces, review shop drawings and method statements, and ensure compliance with quality and local

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of experience in MEP engineering.
• Prior experience in transportation or large infrastructure projects preferred.
• Experience working on Middle East projects, preferably in KSA.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day MEP site activities to ensure compliance with contract drawings, specifications and approved shop drawings.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals and method statements; coordinate with civil, architectural and rail systems teams to resolve interfaces.
• Monitor contractor performance and progress against schedule; raise and track snags and NCRs; enforce quality and workmanship standards.
• Conduct site inspections and testing of MEP installations; witness testing and commissioning activities; ensure compliance with project quality standards and local regulations.
• Provide regular updates to the Resident Engineer; participate in coordination and progress meetings; communicate effectively with contractors and consultants on-site.

Skills

MEP engineering

HVAC

Electrical systems

Fire & life safety

Plumbing systems

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the delivery of MEP works on a transportation project. The role involves site supervision, technical coordination, and contractor management, ensuring that all MEP systems are executed in line with project specifications, quality standards, and timelines.

The successful candidate will work closely with the Senior Resident Engineer and multidisciplinary teams, contributing to the efficient and compliant delivery of complex rail infrastructure.

Your role

Construction Supervision

• Supervise day-to-day MEP site activities to ensure compliance with contract drawings, specifications, and approved shop drawings.


• Monitor installation of:
  
  
  
  • HVAC systems.
  
  
  • Plumbing & drainage.
  
  
  • Fire & life safety systems.
  
  
  • Electrical systems (power & lighting).
  
  
  • Ensure works are carried out in line with approved method statements and HSE requirements.
  
  
  
  

Technical Review & Coordination

• Review and provide input on:
  
  
  
  • Shop drawings.
  
  
  • Material submittals.
  
  
  • Method statements.
  
  
  • Coordinate with civil, architectural, and rail systems teams to resolve interface issues.
  
  
  • Identify design or execution clashes and support timely resolution.
  
  
  
  

Contractor Management

• Monitor contractor performance and progress against schedule.


• Raise and track snags, NCRs (Non-Conformance Reports) and ensure closure.


• Support the enforcement of quality and workmanship standards.


• Assist in progress reporting and tracking of deliverables.

Inspection & Quality Assurance

• Conduct site inspections and testing of MEP installations.


• Witness testing and commissioning activities.


• Ensure compliance with:
  
  
  
  • Project quality standards.
  
  
  • Local authority regulations
  
  
  
  

Stakeholder Communication

• Provide regular updates to the Resident Engineer.


• Participate in coordination and progress meetings.


• Communicate effectively with contractors and consultants on-site.

Experience

About you

• 12–15 years of experience in MEP engineering.


• Prior experience in transportation or large infrastructure projects preferred.


• Experience working in Middle East projects, preferably KSA.

Technical Expertise

• Strong knowledge of MEP systems, including:
  
  
  
  • HVAC.
  
  
  • Electrical systems.
  
  
  • Fire & life safety.
  
  
  • Plumbing systems.
  
  
  
  


• Familiarity with international standards and local authority regulations


• Experience with testing & commissioning processes.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.


• Life insurance coverage.


• Medical insurance.


• Annual leave balance.


• Company gratuity scheme.


• Discretionary bonus program.


• Annual flight contribution.


• Transportation & housing allowances.


• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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