SENIOR MECHANICAL ENGINEER (SUPERVISION)

Why Artelia?

Join Artelia, an international engineering, consulting and project management group delivering complex and sustainable projects across infrastructure, buildings, mobility, water and energy.

In the Middle East, you’ll join a multicultural and growing environment where you can take ownership and make a visible impact.

The Role

A site-based engineering role responsible for supervising the construction, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of mechanical building services on airport and aviation infrastructure projects. You will ensure that all mechanical systems are delivered safely, efficiently and in compliance with project specifications, authority requirements and international standards.

What You'll Do

• Supervise the installation of HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, smoke control, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, fuel, compressed air and associated mechanical systems while ensuring compliance with approved drawings, specifications and quality standards.
• Review shop drawings, technical submittals, material approvals, equipment schedules, method statements and Inspection & Test Plans, and coordinate interfaces with architectural, structural, electrical, ICT, security and specialist systems.
• Conduct regular inspections, monitor contractor activities, identify technical and installation issues, issue observations and NCRs where required, and verify corrective actions.
• Review mechanical designs and engineering calculations for compliance with project requirements, authority regulations, maintainability criteria and international codes and standards.
• Witness inspections, pressure testing, flushing, balancing, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), start-up activities and commissioning works to ensure system functionality and performance.
• Review RFIs, shop drawings, technical submissions, variation proposals and claims, and provide technical recommendations to the Resident Engineer or Project Manager.
• Monitor construction progress against project schedules, verify completed works for payment certifications and contribute mechanical input to project reports.
• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, airport authorities, operators, end users and statutory authorities to ensure smooth project delivery.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or an equivalent recognized engineering qualification.
• Minimum 10-15 years of experience in mechanical building services engineering, including design review, construction supervision, installation, testing and commissioning.
• Previous experience on airport, aviation or major infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations and international standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, CIBSE, SMACNA and relevant local authority requirements.
• Professional memberships, LEED, Estidama, commissioning certifications or other recognized engineering accreditations are advantageous.
• Proficient in Revit (BIM), AutoCAD, Navisworks, BIM 360/ACC, and cooling load calculation software such as HAP or IES.
• Sound understanding of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, smoke control and associated building services systems.