Summary
AECOM is hiring a Senior Mechanical Engineer in Abu Dhabi to oversee mechanical works on infrastructure projects, particularly pump stations, lifting stations and drainage facilities. The role covers equipment installation, review of technical submissions, coordination with other disciplines, testing, commissioning and project handover. Applicants need a bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including strong pump and lifting station experience. UAE or GCC infrastructure experience is preferred, and new hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.
The posting
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Job Description
Senior Mechanical Engineer with strong experience in infrastructure projects, specializing in pump stations, lifting stations, drainage systems, and associated mechanical works.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise and manage mechanical works for pump stations, lifting stations, drainage facilities, and infrastructure projects.
- Oversee installation of pumps, valves, pipework, mechanical equipment, actuators, penstocks, screens, and associated systems.
- Review shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, ITPs, RFIs, and technical submissions.
- Coordinate mechanical works with civil, electrical, instrumentation, and SCADA systems.
- Supervise testing, commissioning, performance testing, and final acceptance of mechanical systems.
- Coordinate with contractors, suppliers, designers, and stakeholders to resolve technical and construction issues.
- Ensure mechanical works comply with approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements, and applicable standards.
- Support handover and closeout, including O&M manuals, as-built drawings, testing records, and asset documentation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical infrastructure projects.
- Strong experience in pump stations and lifting stations.
- Experience with pumps, valves, pipework, mechanical equipment, and associated systems.
- Strong knowledge of installation, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
- Experience working with infrastructure contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders.
- Good knowledge of QA/QC, HSE, technical documentation, and construction procedures.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
- UAE/GCC infrastructure experience is preferred.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
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