Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to oversee the design coordination and execution of mechanical systems for construction projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC plumbing and firefighting systems with a particular focus on site supervision installation and execution.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that mechanical works are executed in accordance with approved drawings project specifications applicable codes and quality standards while coordinating with other disciplines and providing technical guidance to junior engineers.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor the installation and execution of HVAC plumbing and firefighting systems on-site ensuring compliance with approved designs specifications and project requirements.
  
• Review prepare and coordinate mechanical shop drawings ensuring accuracy and consistency with design documents and site conditions.
  
• Perform mechanical design calculations and technical assessments to ensure system efficiency reliability and compliance with applicable standards.
  
• Review mechanical designs drawings material submittals and technical documentation.
  
• Coordinate with architectural structural electrical and other project teams to resolve technical issues and avoid clashes between disciplines.
  
• Monitor site progress workmanship and installation quality ensuring compliance with project schedules safety requirements and quality standards.
  
• Identify and resolve technical issues arising during design development and site execution proposing practical and cost-effective solutions.
  
• Ensure compliance with French standards and relevant international codes and regulations applicable to mechanical systems.
  
• Lead and supervise junior mechanical engineers providing technical guidance reviewing their work and ensuring proper coordination and follow-up.
  
• Liaise with contractors consultants suppliers and other project stakeholders to facilitate the smooth execution of mechanical works.
  
• Conduct site inspections and follow up on testing commissioning and handover activities as required.
  
• Prepare technical reports and provide regular updates on site progress outstanding issues and corrective actions.
  

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  
• Minimum 7 years of relevant experience in mechanical engineering preferably in building construction or MEP projects.
  
• Strong hands-on experience in HVAC plumbing and firefighting systems particularly in site supervision and execution.
  
• Proven experience in preparing reviewing and coordinating mechanical shop drawings.
  
• Solid knowledge of mechanical design principles engineering calculations and system sizing.
  
• Proficiency in Autodesk Revit (BIM) and AutoCAD.
  
• Good knowledge of French standards in addition to relevant international codes and regulations governing mechanical systems.
  
• Experience leading or supervising junior engineers and coordinating their technical activities.
  
• Strong communication problem-solving and coordination skills.
  
• Ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams and manage competing site and engineering priorities.
  
• Good organizational skills attention to detail and a practical hands-on approach to engineering challenges.