Senior Mechanical Engineer

Job Brief

Mechanical Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Manage and support engineering projects across the region by setting standards, providing training, coordinating activities, and conducting audits.
• Control project costs, schedules, and quality to ensure compliance with internal standards and business principles.
• Implement best practices and standardized engineering solutions across all regional facilities.
• Apply sound engineering principles and NFPA standards to develop efficient mechanical and fire protection systems.
• Participate in all project phases, including concept development, detailed design, implementation, testing, commissioning, and handover.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing plants and facilities as required.
• Assist in procurement activities, including preparing tender documents, evaluating bids, and supporting vendor selection.
• Monitor and improve energy performance at regional manufacturing facilities.
• Coordinate with internal teams, consultants, and contractors to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Ensure all engineering activities comply with local regulations and international fire safety standards.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to engineering systems and processes.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum
• 10+ years of experience in Mechanical
• and Fire Protection Engineering, in
• chemical, paint, or adhesive
• manufacturing/industrial environments.
• Must have experience in
• Greenfield or Brownfield projects.
• Strong knowledge of fire safety requirements, including local regulations and in-depth knowledge of NFPA standards, especially:
• NFPA 10, 13, 15, 20, 30, 25, 72, 101.
• Proven track record in supporting and managing complex engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of engineering best practices, process control systems, and standardized technical solutions.
• Experience in cost control, quality management, and safety compliance.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).
• Willingness to travel frequently across the region.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.

Job Benefits

• Education allowance: Up to AED 30,000 per year per child (maximum 3 children).
• Regional travel exposure and career development opportunities.
• Stable role within a multinational manufacturing environment.
• Professional growth and leadership development.