MEP Engineer – Infrastructure

About the Role

We are hiring an MEP Engineer to plan, coordinate and deliver mechanical, electrical and plumbing works on major infrastructure projects across the UAE. You will own MEP scope from design review through installation, authority approvals, testing, commissioning and handover.Projects include roads and bridges, tunnels and underpasses, metro and rail stations, utility corridors, pumping stations, and stormwater and drainage networks.

Key Responsibilities

Design ReviewReview MEP drawings, specifications, calculations and BOQs for compliance with project and authority standardsReview shop drawings, material submittals, method statements and ITPsVerify cable sizing, lighting levels, pump selection and drainage capacity where requiredRaise RFIs and technical queries with the design consultantCoordination & InterfacesManage interfaces between MEP and civil, structural and landscape works, including builders’ workLead MEP clash detection using combined services drawings and BIM modelsCoordinate utility protection, diversions and new connectionsInterface with Systems, ITS and SCADA teams for tunnels, stations and pumping stationsSite ExecutionSupervise daily MEP site activities against approved drawings and programmeInspect installations and manage NCRs through to close-outTrack subcontractor progress, manpower and materials, and report risks to the MEP ManagerSupport variations, quantity verification and payment certificationAuthority ApprovalsPrepare and submit packages to RTA, DEWA, Dubai Municipality and Dubai Civil DefenceArrange authority inspections and secure NOCs, connections and final clearancesTesting, Commissioning & HandoverPlan and witness T&C of electrical, mechanical, fire and public health systemsValidate as-built drawings, O&M manuals and warrantiesManage snagging, defects and handover to the client and operatorHSE & QualityEnforce safe systems of work for HV/LV energisation, confined spaces, live traffic and work at heightEnsure compliance with the project quality plan and sustainability requirements

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering5–8 years of MEP experience, including 3–5 years on infrastructure projectsMinimum 3 years of UAE/GCC experience with RTA, DEWA, DM and Civil Defence approvalsUAE Society of Engineers membership, or eligibility to registerAt least one project delivered through T&C and handoverValid UAE driving licence

Technical Skills

Electrical: LV distribution, 11 kV substations, road and tunnel lighting, earthing, UPS and generatorsMechanical: pumping stations, stormwater and sewer networks, water and irrigation, tunnel ventilationFire & Life Safety: fire pumps, hydrants, sprinklers, fire alarm, smoke control, emergency lightingControls: SCADA, BMS, PLC interfaces, ITS and telecom ductingCodes: RTA, DEWA, DM, UAE Fire & Life Safety Code, NFPA 13/20/72/130/502, BS 7671, CIBSE, ASHRAESoftware: AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Navisworks, DIALux, ETAP, Primavera P6, Aconex