وظيفة مهندس ميكانيكي أول لدى Astek Middle East بمدينة الرياض

About the Company

Astek Middle East is part of Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting group founded in France in 1988 and now present on five continents. The Middle East entity delivers IT and technology services across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Jordan, supporting clients in public and government, healthcare, transportation, banking, retail, airlines, and tourism. With 10,000 employees worldwide and revenue of €620 million in 2023, Astek focuses on digital transformation and complex systems engineering for international clients. The group promotes a strong culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and continuous skills development. More information is available on the Astek Saudi Arabia and UAE country pages, and candidates can reach Astek Middle East at contact-astekme@astek-international.com.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support the execution, operation, and maintenance of energy efficiency, building retrofit, and sustainability projects across Saudi Arabia. The role will provide technical mechanical engineering expertise across HVAC systems, plumbing, fire protection, and energy optimization initiatives. The successful candidate will work closely with project managers, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to deliver efficient, reliable, and compliant mechanical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical engineering expertise across energy efficiency, building retrofit, HVAC, and facility upgrade projects.
• Review and validate mechanical designs, technical drawings, specifications, and calculations.
• Conduct site inspections and technical assessments of existing mechanical systems to identify issues, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support HVAC system upgrades and energy optimization initiatives aimed at improving building performance and reducing energy consumption.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and electrical, civil, and other engineering disciplines.
• Monitor mechanical works to ensure compliance with approved designs, specifications, quality standards, and project schedules.
• Prepare and review technical reports, progress updates, engineering documentation, and project deliverables.
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover activities for mechanical installations.
• Provide technical solutions to mechanical engineering issues encountered during project execution.
• Support project planning, resource estimation, scheduling, and cost estimation for mechanical scopes.
• Ensure mechanical works comply with applicable Saudi regulations, codes, standards, and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in mechanical engineering.
• Candidates with extensive experience, including 10+ years, are also encouraged to apply.
• Professional experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in project coordination, project execution, and/or project management.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration and membership.
• Engineering profession reflected on the candidate's Iqama, where applicable.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, or similar mechanical design and drafting software.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, load calculations, equipment selection, and mechanical system sizing.
• Familiarity with energy modeling and analysis tools such as HAP, EnergyPlus, or eQUEST is an advantage.
• Understanding of Saudi Building Code (SBC) and relevant ASHRAE standards.
• Knowledge of mechanical systems including HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Familiarity with testing, commissioning, and performance assessment of mechanical systems.

Preferred Skills

• Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Certified Energy Auditor (CEA) certification.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with LEED or green building rating systems.
• Previous experience in energy services, building retrofit, energy efficiency, or facility upgrade projects.
• Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia.
• Knowledge of renewable energy systems, including rooftop solar PV installations.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary engineering and project teams.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an experienced mechanical engineering professional with strong technical knowledge and the ability to take ownership of mechanical engineering activities across project sites. The position is open to candidates with 3+ years of relevant experience, including professionals with significantly more experience who meet the technical and qualification requirements. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply.