About the Role: Responsibilities, Skills, and Requirements
Ever thought about how the skyline comes together, one system at a time? As our new MEP Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping high-performing buildings right here in Abu Dhabi. This isn’t just about drafting plans—it’s about bringing comfort, safety, and efficiency to life in every space we touch. If you’re ready to see your expertise make a visible impact, this might just be your next big move.
About the Company
We’re a fast-growing, locally-rooted engineering consultancy known for our hands-on approach and clever solutions. Our projects range from modern office towers to luxurious residential developments—each bringing its own set of challenges and rewards. Around here, collaboration isn’t just a buzzword. It’s how we spend our days, whether we’re dissecting blueprints over strong coffee or diving into impromptu brainstorming huddles. Fridays? That’s when we share breakthroughs and lessons learned, not just the wins.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Designing HVAC and building systems, transforming requirements into clear, effective plans
- Developing and reviewing detailed drawings in AutoCAD and Revit (you’ll be the go-to for both)
- Applying your knowledge of local (UAE) and international standards to ensure code compliance
- Performing and documenting thermal and mechanical load calculations—getting the numbers right, every time
- Coordinating with architects, contractors, and other engineering disciplines for seamless project flow
- Overseeing the quality and safety of your designs from concept through site execution
- Troubleshooting issues and identifying practical solutions in real-time project settings
- Staying up-to-date on emerging technologies, so our solutions are not just effective, but also future-ready
What You’ll Bring
Must-Haves:
- At least 4 years’ hands-on experience in MEP, specifically with HVAC and building services
- Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Revit (show us your best work!)
- Deep familiarity with local Abu Dhabi regulations and international engineering standards
- Demonstrated ability to perform thermal and mechanical calculations
- Track record of effective project team collaboration and clear, proactive communication
- Commitment to quality and safety, backed by real-world know-how
Nice-to-Haves:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Building Services Engineering
- Experience on major projects in the GCC
- LEED, PMP, or similar certifications
Not sure you tick every box? We’d still love to hear from you.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive salary and performance bonuses
- Flexible approach to hybrid/remote work after onboarding
- Ongoing training, clear paths to career growth, and regular technical workshops
- Supportive, tight-knit team that enjoys both hard problems and coffee breaks
- Modern office environment in Abu Dhabi—close to major transit and great lunch spots
- Open, honest culture—your ideas will actually shape our projects
We know the best engineers are always looking for that next challenge… and the right team to back them up. If this sounds like the kind of place where you could thrive, your new desk might just be waiting.
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 us through your approach to designing HVAC systems for high-rise buildings, and how you ensure both comfort and efficiency?
- How have you applied Abu Dhabi's local codes and international standards to your previous MEP projects? Can you give a specific example of a challenge you navigated?
- What’s your process for performing and documenting thermal and mechanical load calculations? Are there any particular software tools you rely on?
- Describe a time when a design you developed in Revit or AutoCAD directly improved project outcomes or solved a big coordination issue.
- When coordinating with architects and contractors, how do you handle conflicts or discrepancies in project plans, especially with tight deadlines?
- Give us an example of a time you identified a potential quality or safety risk in your MEP design—what steps did you take, and what was the outcome?
- Tell us about a project where you had to quickly troubleshoot an on-site issue. How did you approach and resolve it with the team?
- How do you stay current on new technologies and advancements in building services engineering, and how have you incorporated an emerging solution into your work?
- Working here means jumping into brainstorming sessions and sharing wins and failures. Can you recall a time when openly discussing a mistake led to a valuable lesson for your team?
- Our team prizes proactive, clear communication. How do you make sure your ideas and feedback are understood across different disciplines and backgrounds?
- How do you strike a balance between quality, safety, and speed on fast-moving projects?
- What motivates you most in your day-to-day as an engineer—and how do you see that aligning with our close-knit, collaborative culture?
- In what kind of team environment do you thrive, and how do you contribute to building and maintaining a strong, positive team dynamic?