Junior Mechanical Engineer - Saudi Arabia
Mechanical Project Engineer – Junior Level
Sector : Data Centre / Mission Critical Projects (preferred)
Design Review & Coordination
- Assist in reviewing the IFC MEP mechanical design package (HVAC, chilled water systems, plumbing, drainage, fire suppression, etc.).
- Support the team in confirming that drawings and specifications comply with local regulations (NWC, Saudi Building Code, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence, etc. as per region), relevant standards, and client requirements.
- Provide daily technical assistance to the BIM team during preparation and coordination of mechanical shop drawings and schematics.
- Help perform checks on shop drawings, schedules, and calculations prior to consultant submission.
- Prepare and track Requests for Information (RFIs) for design clarifications.
- Attend internal and external MEP coordination meetings.
Submittals & Procurement Support
Assist in preparing and compiling material / technical submittals for electrical equipment and systems.Follow up on consultant comments and help prepare re-submissions in a timely manner.Support the extraction and verification of Material Take-Offs (MTOs) from Revit models.Help prepare Material Requisitions (MRs) and basic RFQs for the Procurement department.Coordinate with QA / QC and stores to ensure only approved materials reach site.Site Engineering & Supervision
Monitor daily mechanical installation works against approved drawings and report progress or deviations.Assist in issuing the latest approved drawings to site supervisors and retrieving superseded versions.Provide on-site support to supervisors and foremen for technical queries.Promptly raise and escalated installation or coordination issues to the Intermediate / Senior Engineer.Coordinate mechanical builders’ work requirements (openings, plinths, supports) with other trades.Planning, Quality & Safety
Provide regular electrical progress updates to the Planning & Controls team.Assist in preparing and following up on Material Inspection Requests (MIRs) and Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).Strictly follow all safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, LOTO, and project HSE requirements.Actively participate in toolbox talks and safety initiatives.Help the QA / QC team document any damage to installed electrical systems.Commissioning & Handover
Assist the Commissioning team and vendors during system testing, balancing, and client witnessing.Support the preparation of handover documentation (O&M manuals, spare parts lists, as-built mark-ups).Help the BIM team with red-line mark‑ups and site verification for final As‑Built drawings.Experience & Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering from a recognized university.1–3 years of relevant experience (site or design office) – exceptional fresh graduates with strong internships / co‑op placements will also be considered.Good foundational knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, drainage, and fire‑fighting systems.Proficient in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is highly advantageous.Understanding of Middle East codes and authority requirements is beneficial.Strong English communication skills and a genuine eagerness to learn.Team player with a positive, can‑do attitude.Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Internship
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Construction
Location : Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
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