Quality Engineer (MEP) Data Centre

About the Role

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc is seeking an experienced Quality Engineer (MEP) - Data Centre to support construction supervision and delivery of Hyperscale Data Center and Mission-Critical Infrastructure projects in Riyadh. This full-time role requires 5-10 years of experience and focuses on ensuring that all Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing (MEP), ELV, ICT, and mission-critical systems are installed, tested, commissioned, and handed over according to approved specifications, project quality requirements, international standards, and client expectations.

Role Context and Objectives

The successful candidate will be responsible for quality assurance and quality control activities related to Tier III and Tier IV Data Centers. This includes critical power infrastructure, cooling systems, fire protection systems, ICT networks, commissioning, and integrated systems testing. The role ensures compliance with project quality management systems and international construction standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor the Project Quality Management System for all MEP and mission-critical infrastructure works.
• Ensure compliance with Project Quality Plans (PQP), Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), method statements, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Conduct routine inspections, surveillance activities, audits, and quality reviews.
• Review and approve material submittals, quality records, inspection reports, testing documentation, and commissioning reports.
• Monitor contractor and subcontractor compliance with quality procedures and approved installation practices.
• Identify quality deficiencies and initiate corrective and preventive actions for non-conformances.
• Maintain quality records and ensure documentation is complete and available for client review.
• Monitor the quality of installation, testing, and commissioning of mission-critical infrastructure systems, including electrical, cooling, fire protection, and ICT systems.
• Verify installations comply with approved drawings, manufacturer recommendations, project specifications, and international industry standards.
• Ensure all systems meet reliability, redundancy, resilience, and uptime requirements for Tier III and Tier IV Data Center facilities.
• Witness and verify Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), pre-commissioning, integrated systems testing (IST), and commissioning activities.
• Participate in inspections for substantial completion, snagging, punch lists, and final handover.
• Verify completeness of testing documentation, O&M manuals, warranties, and as-built records prior to handover.
• Prepare quality inspection reports, NCR logs, quality dashboards, and periodic quality performance reports.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders to resolve quality issues and technical concerns.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering, or a related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
• 8-10 years of experience in quality assurance and quality control for data center projects.
• Sound knowledge of ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems and international construction quality standards.
• Professional certifications such as ISO 9001 Internal Auditor or Lead Auditor, Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), PMP, PE, CEng, ASHRAE, or BICSI are preferred.

Work Environment

This is a full-time, onsite position based in Riyadh. The role involves working within a global company that emphasizes collaboration and continuous improvement.

Application Process

Jacobs is committed to an inclusive recruitment process. If you require support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process, please contact the Careers Support team.