About the Role
Join an innovative and creative enterprise that has been at the forefront of planning, design, and project delivery in both built and natural environments for over 60 years. As part of a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, you will be integrating with a supportive environment that fosters professional development and well-being. In this role, you will be a vital part of a team that leads with vision, contributing to iconic projects and communities.
With a competitive benefits package and opportunities for internal global mobility and career development, your journey will be rewarding both personally and professionally. You will also engage in community events and have access to policies supporting work-life balance, hybrid working, and personal development.
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Responsibilities
As the Lead Mechanical Engineer in the Design Division based in Dubai, UAE, you will:
- Lead and manage the mechanical engineering design process across all project stages, from concept design and schematic development through to detailed design and construction documentation.
- Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to mechanical engineers and design teams, ensuring high-quality engineering deliverables.
- Oversee the design of HVAC systems, ventilation, smoke management, chilled water systems, plumbing, drainage, fire protection, and other associated mechanical building services.
- Review and approve mechanical engineering calculations, drawings, specifications, technical reports, and design submissions.
- Ensure all mechanical designs comply with applicable international standards, local authority regulations, project specifications, and relevant codes of practice.
- Coordinate closely with architecture, structural, electrical, and other engineering disciplines to ensure fully integrated and coordinated design solutions.
- Manage technical reviews, design checks, and quality assurance processes to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and compliance with project requirements.
- Attend client meetings, technical workshops, and design coordination meetings, providing expert engineering advice and resolving complex technical issues.
- Monitor project progress, resource requirements, and design deliverables to ensure timely completion within agreed project schedules.
- Identify and manage design risks, technical challenges, and opportunities to optimize engineering solutions.
- Support business development activities, including technical proposals, fee submissions, presentations, and client relationship management, where required.
- Promote innovation, sustainable design practices, and energy-efficient mechanical engineering solutions across projects.
Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you should have:
- 15 years of work experience in mechanical engineering.
- A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Registration with Dubai Municipality and DEWA is a must.
The firm prides itself on its integrity, results, innovation, safety, and its people. Embracing diversity is fundamental to our commitment to client success.
We look forward to hearing how you can contribute to our award-winning team.
