Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP Design

Parsons; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 357,120 - 513,360; Full time

Job summary

Parsons Corporation in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP Design to lead design reviews and coordinate HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection across major infrastructure and building projects.

You will supervise contractors, perform technical inspections, and ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code and international standards. A Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 10+ years’ experience are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers is mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong experience in design review, construction supervision, and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and building management systems.
• Good working knowledge of Saudi Building Code requirements and international standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, ASPE).
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit BIM, HVAC load calculation software, and related documentation.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Review mechanical drawings, calculations, specs, shop drawings for compliance.
• Evaluate HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and BMS designs.
• Monitor on-site contractor work and conduct inspections.
• Identify installation issues and coordinate interfaces.
• Coordinate with architecture, structure, electrical, and project teams.
• Review submittals, method statements, RFIs, and equipment documentation.
• Support equipment selection reviews, system layouts, and sequencing.
• Participate in testing and commissioning of mechanical systems.
• Prepare progress reports and engineering logs.
• Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and authorities.
• Apply SBC, ASHRAE, NFPA, and ASPE standards.
• Promote safe, quality delivery across project packages.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

MEP design review

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Drainage systems

Fire protection systems

Building management systems

Construction supervision

Site inspection

Shop drawing review

Material submittal review

RFI review

Method statement review

Mechanical calculations

Equipment documentation

Testing and commissioning

Saudi Building Code

ASHRAE standards

NFPA standards

ASPE standards

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

HVAC load calculation

HAP software

Technical reporting

Utility coordination

Contractor supervision

Multidisciplinary coordination

Saudi Council of Engineers

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit BIM

HVAC load calculation software

HAP software

Job description

Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP Design in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia is a construction opportunity with Parsons Corporation for an experienced mechanical engineering professional supporting infrastructure and building project delivery. This role focuses on mechanical design review, HVAC and plumbing coordination, fire protection systems, building management systems, contractor supervision, technical inspections, and compliance with Saudi Building Code and recognized international standards.

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Tabuk
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Mechanical Engineering
• Salary: 32,000-46,000
• Gender: Any
• Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

The Senior Mechanical Engineer - MEP Design will help ensure that mechanical systems across major developments in Tabuk are technically sound, coordinated, safe, and ready for construction and handover. The position supports the full project cycle from design review and contractor document evaluation through site inspection, testing, commissioning, and client coordination. Strong technical judgment is required to resolve interfaces between mechanical, architectural, civil, and electrical disciplines while maintaining quality and project momentum.

Key Responsibilities

• Review mechanical engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, shop drawings, and design deliverables for compliance with project requirements.
• Evaluate HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and building management system designs before and during construction execution.
• Monitor contractor work on site and conduct technical inspections to confirm alignment with approved drawings and quality standards.
• Identify installation issues, design conflicts, site constraints, and technical deviations requiring corrective action.
• Coordinate with architectural, civil, structural, electrical, construction, quality, and project management teams to resolve multidisciplinary interfaces.
• Review contractor material submittals, method statements, RFIs, technical proposals, and equipment documentation.
• Support mechanical equipment selection reviews, system layouts, utility interfaces, and installation sequencing discussions.
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities for mechanical systems, equipment, controls, and related building services.
• Assist project teams with progress reports, milestone tracking, inspection records, technical comments, and engineering review logs.
• Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and local utility authorities when mechanical engineering input is required.
• Apply Saudi Building Code requirements, ASHRAE standards, NFPA guidance, ASPE practices, and relevant international codes.
• Promote safe, coordinated, and quality-focused mechanical engineering delivery across assigned project packages.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Registration with the Saudi Council of Engineers is mandatory.
• Minimum 10 years of professional mechanical engineering experience.
• Strong experience in design review, construction supervision, technical coordination, or site engineering for infrastructure and building projects.
• Solid knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and building management systems.
• Good working knowledge of Saudi Building Code requirements and international standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, and ASPE.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit BIM, HVAC load calculation software, and technical engineering documentation.
• Ability to assess shop drawings, material submittals, RFIs, method statements, calculations, and contractor submissions.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
• Capable of explaining technical matters clearly to site teams, consultants, clients, and project stakeholders.
• Proactive, collaborative, detail-focused, and confident working in a fast‑paced mega‑project environment in Tabuk.
• Strong problem‑solving ability with a practical approach to design coordination and site delivery.

Skills Set

• Mechanical engineering
• MEP design review
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Drainage systems
• Fire protection systems
• Building management systems
• Construction supervision
• Site inspection
• Shop drawing review
• Material submittal review
• RFI review
• Method statement review
• Mechanical calculations
• Equipment documentation
• Testing and commissioning
• Saudi Building Code
• ASHRAE standards
• NFPA standards
• ASPE standards
• AutoCAD
• Revit BIM
• HVAC load calculation
• HAP software
• Technical reporting
• Utility coordination
• Contractor supervision
• Multidisciplinary coordination
• Saudi Council of Engineers

Why Join Us

This opportunity is well suited for a senior mechanical engineer who wants to contribute to major infrastructure and building developments in Tabuk while working with experienced multidisciplinary project teams. The role offers exposure to complex MEP coordination, construction supervision, design compliance, and testing activities on high‑profile projects. It provides a strong platform for technical growth, leadership development, and long‑term career progress within a global engineering and project management organization.

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering, construction, project management, and technology company delivering infrastructure, transportation, urban development, environmental, and program management solutions. In Saudi Arabia, Parsons supports major development programs through mechanical engineering, multidisciplinary design review, construction supervision, quality management, project controls, digital delivery, and technical advisory expertise.