Field Engineer Mechanical

About the Role

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering is seeking an experienced Field Engineer - Mechanical to supervise and monitor mechanical construction activities for a large-scale development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves ensuring that all mechanical systems are installed, tested, and commissioned according to approved drawings, project specifications, quality standards, contractual requirements, and applicable codes. The successful candidate will work closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, MEP team, contractors, and other stakeholders to deliver complex building services systems across various facility types.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and inspect mechanical construction works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Monitor installation activities for HVAC systems, chilled water networks, ventilation, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, LPG, and fuel systems.
• Review contractor shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical submissions related to mechanical works.
• Verify that mechanical equipment and materials comply with approved submittals and project specifications.
• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and adherence to approved installation standards.
• Monitor contractor performance and construction progress against approved schedules and milestones.
• Coordinate mechanical works with architectural, structural, electrical, and specialist systems to prevent clashes.
• Witness inspections, testing activities, pressure tests, flushing operations, balancing activities, and commissioning procedures.
• Review Requests for Information (RFIs), technical clarifications, and field change requests.
• Ensure implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) requirements for all mechanical installations.
• Monitor compliance with international standards, local regulations, manufacturer recommendations, and project specifications.
• Identify technical issues, construction constraints, and non-conformances, and recommend corrective actions.
• Verify quantity measurements and completed works for progress reporting and payment certification.
• Support project controls and reporting teams by providing accurate progress updates.
• Participate in project meetings, technical workshops, coordination meetings, and site inspections.
• Ensure Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) requirements are implemented during all mechanical activities.
• Assist in managing snagging and de-snagging activities related to mechanical systems.
• Monitor testing, commissioning, integrated system testing, and performance verification activities.
• Support operational readiness, training, and handover of mechanical systems to the client and end users.
• Maintain accurate inspection records, reports, and project documentation.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 10+ years of overall professional experience in mechanical engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Mechanical Field Engineer, Mechanical Site Engineer, or Mechanical Inspector on major building projects.
• Proven experience in large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, commercial complexes, or hospitality projects.
• Experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments is highly preferred.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is highly preferred.
• Membership in a recognized professional engineering institution is an advantage.

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water systems, plumbing, drainage, firefighting systems, and mechanical building services.
• Experience reviewing mechanical shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical documentation.
• Familiarity with international standards including ASHRAE, NFPA, SMACNA, IPC, and relevant Saudi codes and regulations.
• Strong understanding of testing, adjusting, balancing (TAB), commissioning, and handover processes.
• Knowledge of Building Management Systems (BMS) integration and smart building technologies is desirable.
• Familiarity with QA/QC procedures, inspection processes, and construction management practices.
• Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting capabilities.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, involving site supervision for a large-scale development project. The role requires close collaboration with various project teams and stakeholders.