About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever wondered what it’s like to see your technical expertise shape some of the UAE’s most innovative building projects? As our new HVAC Engineer, you’ll be at the heart of designing, quoting, and optimizing systems that keep buildings safe, efficient, and comfortable. If you thrive on variety — from site visits and technical coordination to hands-on AutoCAD work — this role might be just the next step you’ve been looking for. Plus, you’ll get to collaborate with a passionate team that truly values quality and forward-thinking solutions.
About the Company
We’re not your average MEP firm. Our team is a close-knit bunch, known for balancing technical rigor with a dash of creativity (and yes, a bit of friendly debate over the best piping strategies). We’re growing fast thanks to a reputation for delivering precise, reliable HVAC and building systems across the UAE. Here, Friday knowledge-sharing sessions often spark ideas that turn into real-world improvements on our projects. If you enjoy an environment where ambition meets camaraderie, you’ll feel right at home.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Prepare detailed and accurate quotations for HVAC, Fire Fighting, and related Building Systems — your estimates will set the stage for successful projects.
- Oversee and coordinate the supply and application of materials, ensuring everything arrives on time and meets our quality benchmarks.
- Conduct regular site visits to assess project progress and resolve technical queries firsthand.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure seamless technical coordination and communication.
- Develop and review AutoCAD drawings and layouts, bringing your design ideas to life while ensuring they align with UAE standards.
- Prepare and manage Bills of Quantities (BOQ) for tender and procurement processes.
- Stay up to date with the latest UAE regulations and best practices, ensuring every project exceeds compliance requirements.
- Provide technical support and troubleshooting during installation and commissioning phases.
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- At least 3 years of hands-on experience in HVAC/MEP engineering, ideally within the UAE market.
- Strong working knowledge of UAE building codes, standards, and industry norms.
- Proficiency in AutoCAD for HVAC and MEP system design.
- Demonstrated experience preparing BOQ and technical quotations.
- Currently based in the UAE and available to join immediately.
- Solid communication skills and a knack for building effective relationships on-site and with suppliers.
Nice-to-Haves:
- Previous experience with fire fighting system design and coordination.
- Familiarity with other MEP software tools or BIM platforms.
- UAE driving license.
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary package, reflective of your experience and value.
- Supportive team culture where your ideas are welcome — and often put into action.
- Exposure to a wide variety of high-profile projects across the UAE, keeping your workday interesting and challenging.
- Structured opportunities for career advancement and technical training.
- Flexible work arrangements where possible, plus regular team-building activities to keep spirits high.
- Open communication channels — you’ll always know where the project stands and what’s next.
Here, your expertise won’t just be noticed — it’ll be celebrated. If you’re ready to engineer the future of building systems in the UAE, we can’t wait to meet you.
Common Interview Questions and Tips
To help you prepare and feel confident, here are some questions you might encounter during the interview process for this role.
- Can you walk me through your process for preparing accurate HVAC system quotations and Bills of Quantities for tender submissions?
- Describe a time when you identified and resolved a technical issue during a site visit. What was your approach and what was the outcome?
- How do you ensure your HVAC and MEP designs in AutoCAD are fully compliant with UAE building codes and industry standards?
- Tell us about your experience coordinating technical requirements between project managers, contractors, and suppliers. How do you handle conflicting priorities?
- What steps do you take to stay updated with the latest UAE regulations and best practices in HVAC and building systems?
- Have you been involved in designing or coordinating fire fighting systems? If so, what unique challenges did you face?
- When managing material supply for a project, how do you ensure timely delivery and maintain quality standards?
- Give an example of how you provided technical support or troubleshooting during the installation or commissioning phase of a project.
- Our team values open discussions and knowledge-sharing. How do you contribute to and learn from a collaborative team environment?
- Describe a situation where you had to adapt quickly to an unexpected change on a project site. What did you do?
- How do you build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and on-site teams?
- Can you share an experience where your idea or suggestion led to a real-world improvement on a project?
- What excites you most about working on innovative building projects in the UAE, and how do you see yourself growing within our company?