MEP Engineer – Facilities Management
AL Khail Mall · Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeAbout the Job:We are seeking an experienced and highly capable MEP Engineer to join our Facilities Management team. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong expertise in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, combined with excellent attention to detail, problem-solving ability, and a continuous improvement mindset.The ideal candidate will take an active role in maintaining the reliability, efficiency, safety, and performance of building systems, while identifying technical risks, operational gaps, and opportunities for improvement.Job Summary:The MEP Engineer will be responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and optimizing MEP systems across facilities, ensuring effective preventive and corrective maintenance, timely resolution of technical issues, regulatory compliance, and efficient use of resources.The role requires a proactive engineer who can identify critical technical details, analyze recurring issues, recommend practical improvements, and effectively guide and coordinate technical teams to achieve high operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the operation, maintenance, inspection, and optimization of MEP systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related building servicesPlan and monitor preventive, corrective, and emergency maintenance activities, ensuring timely completion and proper technical follow-upConduct regular technical inspections to identify defects, risks, recurring issues, and opportunities for system improvementTroubleshoot complex MEP issues, perform root-cause analysis, and implement effective corrective and preventive solutionsMonitor system performance and identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency, reliability, sustainability, and operational costEnsure MEP systems and maintenance activities comply with applicable safety requirements, technical standards, and regulatory requirementsReview technical requirements related to installations, modifications, upgrades, testing, and commissioningCoordinate with contractors, service providers, suppliers, and internal departments to ensure quality and timely execution of worksMaintain accurate technical records, maintenance reports, asset information, and follow-up documentation with strong attention to detailSupport continuous improvement initiatives and recommend practical enhancements to maintenance processes, systems, and operational proceduresGuide, supervise, and develop technicians and junior team members, ensuring proper work allocation, technical standards, and accountabilityProvide management with clear updates on technical issues, risks, maintenance performance, and recommended improvementsQualifications & Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a relevant Engineering disciplineStrong professional experience in MEP engineering and facilities managementSolid technical expertise in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building systemsStrong knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and root-cause analysisProven ability to identify technical risks, operational gaps, and improvement opportunitiesStrong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skillsDemonstrated ability to lead and coordinate technical teams, contractors, and service providersExperience in energy efficiency, system optimization, and continuous improvement is highly desirableExcellent communication, coordination, and reporting skillsAbility to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced facilities management environment