Job Description

Role Overview
The MEP Designer (Mechanical) is responsible for developing complete mechanical design packages for retail, F&B, hospitality, and commercial projects. The role requires strong technical expertise in HVAC, plumbing, firefighting, and mechanical calculations, along with the ability to produce accurate, code-compliant drawings. The designer will work closely with internal teams, consultants, contractors, and authorities to ensure all designs are aligned with project requirements, fit-out standards, and UAE authority regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Mechanical Design & Calculations

• Develop full mechanical design packages including HVAC, ventilation, plumbing, drainage, and firefighting systems.
• Prepare detailed engineering calculations such as heat load, ventilation rates, CFM sizing, ESP calculations, pump head calculations, and pipe sizing.
• Verify all design outputs to ensure compliance with UAE codes, NFPA, ASHRAE, and local authority requirements.
• Review and validate consultant and contractor submissions for accuracy and coordination.

Drawings & Technical Documentation

• Produce mechanical drawings including HVAC layouts, duct routing, chilled water layouts, plumbing and drainage drawings, pump rooms, LPG systems where applicable, and firefighting layouts.
• Prepare mechanical BOQs, technical specifications, and design notes.
• Ensure all drawings are coordinated with architectural, structural, electrical, ELV, and kitchen drawings.

Authority Compliance

• Ensure designs comply with all relevant authorities such as DCD, DM, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, Trakhees, DDA, and other jurisdictions.
• Support the submission process and address authority comments until approval is obtained.

Project Coordination

• Attend design coordination meetings with internal teams, consultants, and contractors.
• Review site conditions to validate design feasibility and provide design clarifications when required.
• Support project teams during execution to ensure design intent is followed.

Quality Assurance & Verification

• Conduct internal design checks and ensure all drawings and calculations undergo verification before issuance.
• Identify design risks early and propose practical engineering solutions.

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum 5-7 years of experience in mechanical design for fit-out, F&B, retail, or commercial projects in the UAE.
• Strong experience in mechanical calculations (HVAC, plumbing, firefighting).
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; Revit experience is an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of UAE authority requirements and approval processes.
• Ability to interpret architectural, structural, MEP, and kitchen drawings.
• Excellent communication, technical writing, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work under tight timelines on multiple fast-track projects.

Key Competencies

• Technical accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong problem-solving and engineering judgement
• Coordination and multi-disciplinary collaboration
• Time management and meeting deadlines
• Proactive and solution-driven mindset

Skills Required