Principal - Mechanical Engineer
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About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia, with a primary focus on gas systems (LPG.
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Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of mechanical infrastructure projects with focus on gas systems, district cooling, and utility pump stations
- Provide technical leadership for engineering calculations, specifications, reports, drawings, and procurement support
- Develop feasibility studies and engineering assessments for cooling strategies at master planning stage
- Evaluate and recommend gas supply solutions including LPG, Natural Gas, and Synthetic Natural Gas
- Design gas storage facilities, gas farms, pressure regulating stations, and associated distribution networks
- Lead hydraulic modelling and network analysis for gas and chilled water systems
- Prepare and review technical reports, design documentation, engineering specifications, and tender documents
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and efficient infrastructure solutions
- Manage authority approvals and liaise with stakeholders including utility providers, Civil Defense, and Ministry of Energy
- Mentor and develop junior engineers, providing technical guidance and supporting professional growth
Requirements
- 10 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with focus on infrastructure projects
- Expertise in gas systems (LPG, SNG, Natural Gas) and district cooling networks
- Experience with hydraulic modelling and network analysis software
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills
- Knowledge of local regulations and international standards
- Excellent communication and client management skills
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Role Overview
- Seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia.
- Primary focus on gas systems (LPG, SNG and Natural Gas networks), district cooling/chilled water networks, pump stations, and utility infrastructure.
- Responsible for providing technical leadership, delivering engineering solutions, securing authority approvals, managing multidisciplinary coordination, and ensuring high quality project delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design and delivery of mechanical infrastructure projects with a focus on gas systems, district cooling/chilled water networks, and utility pump stations.
- Provide technical leadership for engineering calculations, specifications, reports, drawings, and procurement support activities.
- Develop feasibility studies and engineering assessments for cooling strategies, including district cooling and decentralized cooling systems at master planning stage.
- Evaluate and recommend gas supply solutions, including LPG, Natural Gas (NG), and Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG), based on technical, commercial, and operational requirements.
- Design gas storage facilities, gas farms, pressure regulating stations (PPRS/SPRS), and associated distribution networks for developments of varying scale.
- Lead hydraulic modelling and network analysis for gas and chilled water systems using industry standard software.
- Prepare and review technical reports, design documentation, engineering specifications, and tender documents.
- Develop district cooling plant concepts and performance specifications for Design & Build (D&B) projects.
- Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure integrated and efficient infrastructure solutions.
- Manage authority approvals and liaise with relevant stakeholders, including utility providers, Civil Defense, Ministry of Energy, district cooling operators, and municipal authorities.
- Review contractor shop drawings, method statements, and material submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Ensure all designs comply with applicable local regulations, international standards, safety requirements, and sustainability objectives.
Qualifications
- 10 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering, with focus on infrastructure projects.
- Expertise in gas systems (LPG, SNG, Natural Gas) and district cooling networks.
- Experience with hydraulic modelling and network analysis software.
- Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
- Knowledge of local regulations and international standards.
- Excellent communication and client management skills.
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