Mechanical Engineer (Deep Tunnel & Mechanical Systems - Site Execution)

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description Mechanical Engineer (Deep Tunnel & Mechanical Systems - Site Execution) Dubai, UAE Parsons is seeking a talented Mechanical Engineer to support the construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of deep tunnel networks, pumping stations, shafts, and associated mechanical and electro-mechanical systems. The role involves supervising site activities, ensuring compliance with contract requirements, quality standards, safety regulations, and approved engineering practices. What You'll Be Doing • Supervise and monitor mechanical and electro-mechanical construction works on site. • Ensure installations comply with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and contract requirements. • Review shop drawings, material submittals, inspection requests (IRs), and testing procedures. • Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, surveyors, and multidisciplinary engineering teams. • Oversee installation of pumps, valves, pipelines, ventilation systems, dewatering systems, odor control systems, cranes, hoists, and other tunnel-related mechanical equipment. • Witness inspections, testing, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities. • Monitor quality of workmanship, prepare site observations, technical reports, NCRs, and corrective action follow-ups. • Ensure compliance with HSE requirements, confined space procedures, and safe construction practices. • Review and verify as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and handover documentation. • Support the Resident Engineer and Construction Manager in resolving site technical issues and achieving project milestones. Required Skills & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering. • Minimum 10+ years of experience in construction supervision and site execution of infrastructure projects. • Experience working on projects in the UAE, preferably Dubai. • Experience in deep tunnel, wastewater, pumping station, utility, or underground infrastructure projects. • Proficiency in reviewing shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, FATs, SATs, and commissioning procedures. • Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment installation, testing, and commissioning. • Familiarity with international codes and standards, QA/QC procedures, and construction supervision practices. • Excellent coordination, reporting, and communication skills. What Desired Skills You'll Bring • Deep sewer tunnel and shaft projects. • Pumping stations and treatment facilities. • SCADA and electro-mechanical systems integration. • UAE/GCC infrastructure project experience. Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Show more Show less