Senior Mechanical Engineer – Tunnels & Bridges

WSP in the Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the supervision team in Riyadh for large‑scale infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels. The role focuses on construction supervision, design review, and quality assurance to ensure technical compliance and successful project delivery.

The candidate should have 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in the GCC, and possess strong knowledge of MEP installations for tunnel and road

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in the GCC on infrastructure/transportation projects.
• Experience with a construction supervision consultant is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect mechanical works (e.g., tunnel ventilation, firefighting systems, drainage pumps, lighting systems).
• Review and comment on design submissions, shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements for mechanical systems.
• Ensure installations conform to project specifications, standards, and codes (ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA).
• Coordinate with civil, electrical, structural disciplines and ensure on-site interface alignment.
• Monitor progress, flag deviations, and lead resolution of mechanical issues.
• Attend progress and technical meetings; report to client and project team.
• Ensure compliance with HSE regulations on all mechanical aspects.
• Lead inspections and testing of mechanical systems (tunnel ventilation fans, fire pumps, HVAC).
• Provide input to change requests, claims, and variations related to mechanical scope.
• Assist in preparation of handover documents and commissioning plans.

Skills

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Construction supervision

MEP installations

Tunnel systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office

Project documentation systems

Job description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the supervision team in Riyadh for large‑scale infrastructure projects including roads, bridges, highways, and tunnels. The role focuses on construction supervision, design review, and quality assurance to ensure technical compliance and successful project delivery.

The candidate should have 15+ years of experience, with at least 5 years in the GCC, and possess strong knowledge of MEP installations for tunnel and road