Senior Mechanical Commissioning Engineer (ICA)

Key Responsibilities

• Commissioning Leadership & Execution:

  • Lead the full lifecycle of mechanical commissioning from pre-commissioning checks and static testing through Functional Performance Testing (FPT) and final client handover.

  • Develop, review, and approve comprehensive Commissioning Plans, Method Statements, Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), and functional testing scripts for all mechanical systems.

  • Direct and witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for major mechanical equipment.

• Technical Scope & System Oversight:

  • Oversee testing and balancing of Air Handling Units (AHUs), Fan Coil Units (FCUs), Chillers, Cooling Towers, Pumps, Heat Exchangers, and Ventilation Fans.

  • Validate plumbing, drainage, domestic water booster systems, and fire protection networks (sprinklers, fire pumps, and deluge systems).

  • Coordinate the integration of mechanical equipment with Building Management Systems (BMS), smoke management systems, and life safety controls.

• Quality, Compliance & Issue Resolution:

  • Ensure all site operations comply with project specifications, ASHRAE guidelines, CIBSE standards, and local statutory requirements.

  • Review mechanical shop drawings, schematic diagrams, and technical submittals to proactively identify coordination or commissioning roadblocks.

  • Track, manage, and drive resolution for all mechanical snags and non-conformance reports using project management and commissioning software (e.g., CxAlloy, Oracle Aconex).

• Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting:

  • Act as the primary technical liaison for mechanical services with clients, main contractors, consultants, and local authorities.

  • Lead technical coordination meetings and deliver regular progress updates to multidisciplinary project teams.

  • Compile and submit comprehensive commissioning documentation, static/dynamic test records, and final O&M handover packages.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.

• Experience: Minimum of 5to 10 years of progressive mechanical engineering experience, with at least 5 years focused specifically on testing and commissioning (Cx) for large-scale projects.

• Certifications:

  • Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership/registration.

  • Recognized commissioning certifications (e.g., CxA, BCxP) are highly preferred.

  • Relevant safety certifications (e.g., OSHA, LOTO) are a strong advantage.

• Technical Skills:

  • Thorough understanding of international engineering standards (ASHRAE, ASME, SMACNA, NFPA, BS/EN).

  • Hands-on proficiency with specialized testing instrumentation (e.g., anemometers, flow hoods, pressure manometers, water balancing meters).

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong leadership, team coordination, and technical troubleshooting abilities.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (Arabic proficiency is a strong plus).