Senior Mechanical Field Engineer for Large-Scale Projects

Atkins Realis Group; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Atkins Realis Group in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Field Engineer - Mechanical to supervise and monitor mechanical construction activities on a landmark development. You will ensure installations meet drawings, specs and QA/QC standards, coordinating with MEP teams.

You should have a bachelor in mechanical engineering and at least 8 years in mechanical construction supervision, with 5 years in field roles on major projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC. Fluent English preferred; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in mechanical engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 5 years as a Mechanical Field Engineer, Mechanical Site Engineer or Mechanical Inspector on major building projects.
• Experience in large-scale buildings incl. convention centers, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments.
• Experience in Site Supervision Consultancy or PMC/Engineering Consultancy environments preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, firefighting and building services.
• Familiarity with international standards (ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IPC) and Saudi codes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect mechanical construction works for compliance with drawings and contract requirements.
• Monitor HVAC, ventilation, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, LPG and fuel systems installations.
• Review shop drawings, submittals, method statements and technical submissions for mechanical works.
• Verify equipment and materials meet submittals and project specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and installation standards.
• Coordinate mechanical works with architectural, structural, electrical and other systems to avoid clashes.
• Witness inspections, testing, pressure tests, balancing and commissioning procedures.
• Review RFIs and field change requests; ensure QA/QC requirements are met.
• Assist in snagging, testing, commissioning and handover to client.

Skills

Communication

Site supervision

Problem solving

Quality assurance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Additional certifications (preferred)

Job description

Atkins Realis Group in Riyadh is seeking an experienced Field Engineer - Mechanical to supervise and monitor mechanical construction activities on a landmark development. You will ensure installations meet drawings, specs and QA/QC standards, coordinating with MEP teams.

You should have a bachelor in mechanical engineering and at least 8 years in mechanical construction supervision, with 5 years in field roles on major projects in Saudi Arabia or GCC. Fluent English preferred; Arabic is a plus.