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Senior Mechanical Engineer

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our site supervision team in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in overseeing mechanical works on large-scale construction projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, local authority standards, and international codes. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership capability, and efficient coordination with stakeholders to deliver high‑quality project execution.

Your role

  • Review and approve mechanical shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and as‑built drawings.
  • Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and consultants for seamless project execution.
  • Respond to RFIs and provide technical clarifications as needed.
  • Attend progress, coordination, and technical meetings.
  • Supervise testing and commissioning activities for HVAC, fire protection, plumbing, and related systems.
  • Ensure all testing documentation, checklists, and certificates are completed.
  • Support final handover documentation, snagging, and de‑snagging activities.
  • Prepare daily/weekly progress reports and site inspection reports.
  • Maintain logs for materials, drawings, RFIs, and approvals.
  • Review contractor progress and provide input for project scheduling.
Cities & development Engineering

Location

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Job Type

Full time

Ref

R-147395

Salary range

-

About you

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • 12+ years of experience in mechanical engineering, with at least 7+ years in the UAE in site supervision roles.
  • Strong experience in villas, high‑rise buildings, or residential projects.
  • Full knowledge of UAE construction standards, authority procedures, and mechanical design guidelines.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office, and engineering tools; Revit knowledge is a plus.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Why choose AtkinsRéalis?

Wherever you are in your career – and whoever you are – AtkinsRéalis is for you. Here, support and collaboration are a vibrant part of a culture that lets you choose where – and how far – your career can go. Take on projects that push boundaries and drive sustainable impact, surrounded by colleagues who believe there's no limit to how brilliant you can be. It's time to join a like-minded team where you'll be rewarded, supported, and free to be your kind of brilliant.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

  • Tax-free salary.
  • Life insurance coverage.
  • Medical insurance.
  • Annual leave balance.
  • Company gratuity scheme.
  • Discretionary bonus program.
  • Annual flight contribution.
  • Transportation & housing allowances.
  • Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
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About AtkinsRéalis

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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