Mechanical Engineer

About the Role

Parsons is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Design) to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position involves working within a new Project Management Office (PMO) focused on major highways and infrastructure projects in the KSA Capital.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex design engineering tasks, including concept and detailed design, with efficiency and accuracy.
• Extract engineering information from CAD drawings.
• Execute all mechanical design works, including tunnel ventilation systems, HVAC, plumbing drawings, pipe sizing, and pump head calculations for chilled water primary, secondary, distribution, condenser water, side stream filtration, and booster pump systems.
• Complete various assignments such as drawings, specifications, and other materials suitable for procurement and construction.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines and departments.
• Prepare and issue specifications, data sheets, and other construction documents.
• Provide technical guidance to CAD Designer/Drafters, Designers, and junior Engineers.
• Review supplier drawing submittals and conduct technical bid analyses.
• Advise senior management on engineering-related matters as appropriate.
• Perform other associated responsibilities as required.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• A minimum of 15 years of design-related work experience.
• Experience in reviewing third-party designs and coordinating comments for approval.
• Demonstrated experience working within a multi-discipline team environment.
• A proactive approach to individual tasks and supporting other disciplines to enhance overall PMO efficiency.

Desired Skills

• Previous experience working within a Project Management Office (PMO).
• Chartered (or similar) status with an industry-recognized engineering body.
• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience in managing large tasks and/or projects.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and is a full-time position within a new PMO structure. The successful candidate will collaborate with various engineering disciplines on significant infrastructure projects.