AECOM — the world’s premier global infrastructure leader, a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion in revenue (FY2025) — is seeking an experienced Senior Engineer — Mechanical for a major infrastructure project in Dubai, UAE. In this high-impact role, you will supervise and inspect electromechanical works on-site, covering electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation systems for complex infrastructure projects including Sewage Treatment Plants (STP), sewerage lines, and stormwater systems. You will work with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC, SCADA, and ITS standards and have a minimum of 10 years of electromechanical engineering experience, including 5 years in a supervisory or senior engineering capacity.
About AECOM — The Global Infrastructure Leader
Company Status: Fortune 500 firm — revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025
Global Mission: Delivering a better world through trusted professional services in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings
Project Scope: STP (Sewage Treatment Plant), sewerage lines, stormwater systems — DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC standards
Role Type: Construction supervision, quality control, commissioning, and system handover on major Dubai infrastructure projects
Authorities: Liaison with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, Etisalat, DU, and other relevant UAE regulatory bodies
AECOM Benefits — A Global Employer That Invests in You
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, and voluntary benefits
Financial Security: Retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan for long-term financial wellbeing
Career Development: Award-winning training and development programmes designed to expand technical expertise and leadership skills
Global Exposure: Work on groundbreaking infrastructure projects in your local market and on a global scale
Well-being Support: Employee assistance programme, business travel insurance, well-being resources, and service recognition awards
Position Overview
As Senior Engineer — Mechanical at AECOM Dubai, you will take a leading role in the construction supervision, quality control, testing, commissioning, and handover of electromechanical systems on complex UAE infrastructure projects. Your expertise will span the full project lifecycle — from reviewing shop drawings, method statements, ITPs, and material submittals to witnessing Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for pumps, switchgear, control panels, SCADA systems, and ITS devices. You will coordinate with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, and other authorities, ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical systems with civil works, manage non-conformances, and lead commissioning activities through to final system handover. This is a senior-level, high-responsibility engineering role for a proven electromechanical infrastructure professional who brings deep technical knowledge, strong coordination skills, and a proven track record on STP, sewerage, and stormwater projects in the UAE.
Why This Role Matters: As Senior Engineer — Mechanical at AECOM Dubai, you will be at the technical heart of infrastructure projects that serve and protect entire communities — from sewage treatment systems that safeguard public health to stormwater networks that protect the city from flooding. Working for a Fortune 500 global infrastructure leader, your engineering judgment, supervisory leadership, and coordination with UAE authorities will directly determine whether critical public infrastructure is delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standard. At AECOM, your work is not just engineering — it is a contribution to a better, more resilient world.
Key Responsibilities
Construction Supervision & Quality Control
- Supervise and inspect electromechanical works on-site — including electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation systems — ensuring compliance with project specifications and applicable standards
- Review and comment on shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and as-built drawings for all electromechanical components
- Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for key equipment including pumps, switchgear, control panels, SCADA systems, traffic signals, and ITS devices
- Ensure all works comply with relevant standards including DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC, and all other applicable UAE codes and project-specific technical requirements
- Identify and formally report non-conformances, follow up on corrective actions, and ensure full resolution prior to system handover and final acceptance
Coordination, Interface Management & Authority Liaison
- Liaise with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, Etisalat, DU, and other relevant authorities for inspections, approvals, and No Objection Certificates (NOCs) throughout the project lifecycle
- Coordinate with the Contractor’s electromechanical team and other discipline engineers to resolve technical and interface issues that could impact programme or quality
- Ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical systems with civil works and all other project disciplines — proactively managing interface risks from design through to commissioning
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with all project stakeholders to facilitate smooth coordination, timely decision-making, and collaborative problem resolution
Testing, Commissioning & System Handover
- Oversee all pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring they are conducted in strict accordance with approved procedures and project performance requirements
- Review and verify Operation and Maintenance (O&M) manuals, training materials, and spare parts lists submitted by the Contractor prior to system handover
- Assist in punch list preparation, system performance verification, and final handover of all electromechanical systems to the Client to the agreed quality and completeness standard
- Ensure that all commissioning documentation, test records, and acceptance certificates are properly prepared, verified, and archived for project records and Client handover packages
Documentation, Reporting & Technical Problem-Solving
- Maintain accurate, comprehensive records of inspections, test results, commissioning activities, equipment deliveries, and site observations throughout the project
- Prepare daily and weekly progress reports on electromechanical works — covering work progress, key issues, risks, milestones achieved, and upcoming critical activities
- Support claims review and variation order assessments related to electromechanical works, providing technical input and site records to support commercial resolution
- Provide technical support to site inspectors and junior engineers — proactively identifying and resolving technical problems to avoid delays, cost overruns, and quality failures
Qualifications & Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline — required for this Senior Engineer role on major UAE infrastructure projects
- Minimum 10 years of professional experience in electromechanical engineering, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or senior engineering capacity on major infrastructure projects
- Proven, hands-on experience on Sewage Treatment Plant (STP), sewerage line, and stormwater infrastructure projects in the UAE or a comparable regulatory environment
- Strong working knowledge of electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation systems integration on complex infrastructure projects under UAE regulatory frameworks
- Solid familiarity with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, and IEC standards — and demonstrated experience applying these in a live construction supervision context
- Direct experience witnessing FAT and SAT activities for industrial equipment including pumps, switchgear, control panels, and related electromechanical systems
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or equivalent recognized engineering certification in Mechanical Engineering is strongly preferred for this senior role
- Experience with SCADA systems, traffic signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) — particularly in a UAE infrastructure project context
- Prior experience working with UAE government authorities to obtain NOCs (No Objection Certificates) and manage regulatory approval processes efficiently
- Proficiency in project management software, MS Office applications, and professional technical documentation standards aligned with UAE infrastructure delivery requirements
About AECOM — Delivering a Better World Through Global Infrastructure
AECOM is the world’s premier global infrastructure leader — a Fortune 500 professional services firm that reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Trusted by public and private sector clients around the world, AECOM solves complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings — partnering with clients to create innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions throughout the full project lifecycle, from advisory and planning to design, engineering, programme management, and construction management. In Dubai and across the UAE, AECOM is involved in some of the most complex and consequential infrastructure projects in the region — including sewage treatment plants, stormwater systems, transportation networks, and smart city infrastructure. As a member of the AECOM team, you will be part of a global community of experts, champion for growth, equipped with award-winning training and development programmes, and given the resources and network to make a genuine, lasting impact on the built environment — here and around the world.
Apply Now: Visit aecom.com to explore this and other opportunities and join a global infrastructure leader where your engineering expertise will shape a better world.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior Electromechanical Engineers: With 10+ years of experience on UAE or GCC infrastructure projects including STP, sewerage, and stormwater systems and a strong supervisory track record
- DEWA / Dubai Civil Defence Liaison Engineers: With proven experience obtaining NOCs, managing regulatory inspections, and coordinating authority approvals on major Dubai infrastructure projects
- FAT / SAT & Commissioning Engineers: With direct experience witnessing factory and site acceptance tests for pumps, switchgear, control panels, and SCADA systems on complex infrastructure projects
- SCADA & ITS Systems Engineers: With technical expertise in SCADA systems, traffic signal systems, and Intelligent Transportation Systems relevant to UAE infrastructure development
- PE-Licensed Mechanical Engineers: With a Professional Engineer certification and senior-level construction supervision experience on UAE water, wastewater, or stormwater infrastructure projects
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