Technical Engineer – Mechanical

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Review mechanical design drawings, specifications, BOQs, contract documents, equipment schedules, and other technical information to verify compliance with project requirements.
• Review and coordinate HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, plumbing, drainage, water supply, firefighting, fire protection, and other mechanical systems applicable to the QRV project.
• Prepare, review, coordinate, and follow up on mechanical shop drawings, technical submittals, material submittals, method statements, calculations, schedules, and other engineering documentation.
• Review IFC/design information and identify discrepancies, design gaps, missing information, interface issues, and constructability concerns.
• Prepare and follow up on RFIs, technical queries, design clarifications, and engineering submissions with consultants and relevant project stakeholders.
• Coordinate mechanical systems with Electrical, Architectural, Structural, Civil, BIM, and other disciplines to ensure complete multidisciplinary integration.
• Review consultant/client comments and ensure timely incorporation, closure, and resubmission of technical documents.
• Provide technical support to construction teams for mechanical installation, coordination, sequencing, and site technical issues.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers regarding technical requirements, equipment selection, material compliance, installation requirements, and project interfaces.
• Review technical data, catalogues, calculations, equipment selections, and material proposals for compliance with project specifications and approved design.
• Support technical evaluation and comparison of proposed mechanical equipment, materials, and alternative engineering solutions.
• Support procurement activities by reviewing technical requirements for mechanical long-lead items, equipment schedules, technical specifications, and vendor documentation.

Qualifications & Experience

• Saudi national only; non-Saudi applicants are not eligible for this position.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in MEP/building services construction, technical office, engineering consultancy, or contracting.
• Experience in large-scale, complex construction or infrastructure projects, preferably in Saudi Arabia.
• Proven experience in technical engineering, MEP technical office, shop drawing coordination, design coordination, or site technical support.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, ventilation, plumbing, drainage, water supply, firefighting, and fire protection systems.
• Good understanding of mechanical design drawings, shop drawings, specifications, BOQs, calculations, equipment schedules, material submittals, RFIs, and technical documentation.
• Experience coordinating with consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, BIM teams, and construction teams.
• Experience with long-lead mechanical equipment and technical procurement requirements is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with the Saudi Building Code (SBC), relevant international standards, and authority requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of Revit MEP, Navisworks, BIM coordination, or other engineering coordination software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration is preferred.
• Previous experience in Qiddiya or other major Saudi giga-projects is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong mechanical engineering and technical knowledge.
• Strong technical drawing and document review capability.
• Good understanding of multidisciplinary MEP coordination.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to identify technical gaps, clashes, and constructability issues.
• Ability to develop practical and technically compliant engineering solutions.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills.
• Ability to manage multiple technical submissions and priorities under tight deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Arabic communication skills are an advantage.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Work Environment

• Based at project sites and/or Technical Department offices as required.
• Close collaboration with Technical Management, Engineering, BIM, Construction, Procurement, Planning, QA/QC, HSE, consultants, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Dynamic, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment supporting large-scale and complex construction projects throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.