Mechanical Design Engineer (MEP)

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Design HVAC systems, including cooling load calculations, ductwork sizing, chilled water systems, ventilation and equipment selection.
• Design plumbing and drainage systems, including water supply, drainage, stormwater and sewage networks.
• Design and coordinate fire fighting systems in accordance with NFPA and Civil Defence requirements.
• Prepare calculations, technical reports, specifications and engineering documentation; develop and review MEP drawings, schematics and layouts using AutoCAD and Revit.
• Coordinate mechanical services with other disciplines and ensure compliance with UAE authorities, including Dubai Municipality and Dubai Civil Defence.
• Conduct value engineering, review consultant comments, and provide technical solutions during design development.
• Participate in design reviews with clients, consultants and project teams; support construction teams with technical clarifications.
• Review shop drawings, material submittals and technical submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in Mechanical MEP Design.
• Proven experience in high-rise, residential, commercial, mixed-use and hospitality projects.
• UAE/GCC experience is highly preferred.

Technical skills

• Strong expertise in HVAC design, including cooling load calculations, chilled water systems, ventilation and pressurization.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing and fire fighting design.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP and Navisworks.
• Experience with HAP, Carrier E-20, DuctSizer or similar HVAC design software.
• Understanding of ASHRAE, SMACNA, NFPA, IPC, UPC and local UAE regulations.
• Knowledge of BIM coordination and clash detection.

Preferred experience and competencies

• Preferred: MEP contracting background, high-rise UAE building design, green building and sustainability familiarity, and work with consultants, developers or government authorities.
• Competencies include engineering and analytical ability, problem-solving, decision-making, project and deadline management, communication, coordination, attention to detail and quality commitment.

Employment and location

• Employment type is full-time.
• The role is located in Dubai, UAE.