Our client are a leading Architecture and Engineering company who have completed many building and infrastructure projects in the Middle East and Africa. They are looking for a Senior Mechanical (HVAC) Engineer to join their team in the Riyadh office.

Reporting directly into the Head of the Mechanical Engineering Department you will be responsible for:

• Leading a team of design engineers and CAD operators in the design, drafting and specification of HVAC services for a variety of building projects from concept stage to issuing of construction contract documents
• Short term supervision and inspection of mechanical systems installations during the construction stage

Core Competencies

• Experience in the design of heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems for large scale building projects including, but not limited to cooling/heating loads, air and chilled water distribution, ventilation, pressurization, smoke extract, thermal energy storage and building management systems
• In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, together with a clear understanding of the relationship and coordination requirements between the HVAC design and architectural and other engineering design disciplines on complex projects
• Conversant with international standards and codes of practice for mechanical engineering, including ASHRAE, SMACNA, ASTM, ANSI, NFPA and other regulatory standards

Key Requirements

• Bachelors of Science B Sc or higher degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum of 15 years’ experience (6 years minimum within a design and consultancy firms)
• Minimum 5 years experience should have been gained in the Middle East
• Experience and capabilities in HVAC infrastructure (district cooling) design
• Proficient in HVAC design software such as Carrier E-20/HAP, Elite, etc. and be familiar with other computer programs for duct and pipe sizing
• Fluent in English