Senior Engineer - Mechanical; Microtunneling​/Stormwater​/Drainage

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The Senior Mechanical Engineer will support the Resident Engineer in supervising and coordinating the construction, installation, and testing of mechanical works for stormwater drainage systems, pumping stations, and microtunneling interfaces. The role ensures full compliance with the approved design, specifications, project schedule, and quality and safety standards in accordance with RTA and Dubai Municipality requirements.

• Supervise and monitor all mechanical works related to stormwater networks, pumping stations, and associated facilities.
• Review and approve contractors’ mechanical shop drawings, material submittals, and method statements, ensuring alignment with design intent and project specifications.
• Develop and implement QA/QC procedures applicable to mechanical installations, including inspection and test plans (ITPs) and commissioning protocols.
• Conduct and follow up on inspections for installations such as pumps, valves, piping, flow meters, mechanical screens, penstocks, actuators, and control systems.
• Ensure all mechanical works are performed in accordance with ASHRAE, NFPA, DEWA, and RTA standards.
• Review and verify the testing and commissioning of all mechanical systems, including performance tests, calibration, and handover documentation.
• Monitor progress of mechanical activities and report to the Resident Engineer on delays, deviations, and corrective actions.
• Coordinate with the Head Office design team for technical clarifications, RFIs, and resolution of site‑related mechanical issues.
• Verify and coordinate interfaces between civil, structural, electrical, and control disciplines, ensuring smooth integration of systems.
• Review as‑built drawings and ensure the accuracy of documentation prior to handover.
• Participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), and system commissioning activities.
• Ensure strict compliance with HSE requirements during mechanical works, lifting operations, and confined‑space activities.
• Assist in evaluating contractors’ progress claims, variation proposals, and change requests.
• Mentor junior engineers and inspectors, promoting best practices in quality assurance and safety compliance.

• Minimum 20 years of post‑graduate experience in the construction supervision of stormwater, pumping stations, and mechanical infrastructure projects.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred).
• Professional registration or chartership (e.g., CEng, ASME, or equivalent) is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of Dubai Authority requirements and standards (RTA, DM, DEWA, etc.).

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