Mechanical Engineer (m/f/d) Project Lead

Engineering Design, Systems Integration, and Development

• Lead and coordinate the integrated development of mechanical systems, ensuring alignment between mechanical, structural, and electrical/control disciplines.
• Define mechanical system concepts, requirements, and performance criteria, coordinating detailed design development through internal teams and external engineering partners.
• Define mechanical interface requirements and coordinate with civil and structural engineers regarding loads, tolerances, deflections, connection details, and installation constraints.
• Evaluate mechanical designs against performance, safety, maintainability, and constructability requirements.
• Review, technically verify, and validate supplier and external partner designs, calculations, and shop drawings for compliance with project requirements, interfaces, and constructability.
• Act as the mechanical lead within project teams, providing guidance and technical direction.
• Coordinate mechanical activities across internal disciplines and external partners.
• Support the gradual build-up of an internal mechanical engineering capability, subject to workload and project pipeline.
• Contribute to defining future workflows, role profiles, and interface standards for mechanical engineering.

External Engineering & Supplier Coordination

• Define mechanical system scopes, interfaces, deliverables, and performance requirements for outsourced engineering partners and suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, and recommend suitable external engineering offices, manufacturers, and technology partners.
• Technically steer and coordinate external partners to ensure timely, compliant, and integrated design delivery.
• Review, challenge, and verify externally produced calculations, drawings, and specifications.
• Ensure all externally developed mechanical content is fully coordinated with architectural, structural, and electrical documentation.

Collaboration and Coordination

• Coordinate closely with structural, electrical, and automation teams to ensure all systems function as one integrated solution.
• Manage interfaces with electrical and control systems, including automation, sensors, limit switches, safety interlocks, power supply, and cabling routes.
• Act as the main technical point of contact for mechanical system integration with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate with suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors, addressing technical queries (RFIs), design changes, and interface issues.
• Act as the primary mechanical systems interface between internal disciplines and external engineering partners.

Installation Supervision and Site Support

• Provide technical oversight and coordination of mechanical installation and assembly activities, ensuring adherence to approved designs, method statements, and safety requirements.
• Support preparation and review of lifting plans, installation sequences, and alignment and tolerance verification procedures.
• Perform QA/QC inspections, monitor workmanship quality, and manage punch lists and corrective actions.
• Coordinate contractors and site teams to ensure installation activities are completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules.

Commissioning, Testing, and Handover

• Support commissioning activities, including functional testing, load testing (where applicable), and safety validation of movable systems in coordination with suppliers and specialist partners.
• Ensure proper documentation of test results, approvals, and compliance checks.
• Prepare and review handover documentation, including operation and maintenance manuals, as-built drawings, and training materials.
• Support client and operator training during handover phases.

Quality Assurance, Compliance, and Reporting

• Ensure all mechanical systems comply with applicable standards, regulations, safety requirements, and client specifications.
• Produce clear and structured technical documentation and reports for internal teams and clients.
• Maintain traceability of design decisions, changes, and approvals throughout the project lifecycle.

Required Skills and Experience

• Solid mechanical engineering fundamentals with practical understanding of moving structures, drives, and electromechanical systems.
• Proven ability to coordinate, integrate, and technically validate mechanical systems delivered by external specialists.
• Proven site experience supervising installation and assembly works, including contractor coordination and quality control.
• Ability to assess mechanical designs with respect to performance, safety, maintainability, and constructability.
• Strong communication skills and ability to produce clear technical documentation and reports.
• Confidence in reviewing, questioning, and verifying third-party engineering outputs without being the primary specialist designer.

Preferred / Nice to Have

• Experience with retractable roofs, movable bridges, large doors or gates, cranes and hoists, automated industrial systems, or similar heavy mechanical installations.
• Knowledge of automation and control system integration, including PLC concepts, sensors, interlocks, and fail-safe design principles.
• Familiarity with relevant engineering standards and safety practices, including machine safety, lifting and rigging coordination, and QA/QC processes.
• Arabic and/or English proficiency, with the ability to work in international project environments and with global suppliers.

Typical Professional Education / Certifications

• BSc or MSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Industrial Engineering with a strong mechanical focus.
• Preferred: specialization or proven experience in machine design, mechatronics integration, heavy machinery, or structural–mechanical interfaces.

Typical Additional Certifications (Optional but Valuable)

• Project leadership or project management training (PM fundamentals; PMP or PRINCE2 beneficial for senior roles).
• Machine safety or functional safety awareness (e.g., risk assessment, interlocks; TÜV or IEC-related exposure advantageous where applicable).
• Site supervision or construction safety (HSE) certification.
• Vendor or industry training related to drives, hydraulics, gearboxes, bearings, and automation systems.