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7years
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Job Description
Key Role: The Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for designing installing and maintaining mechanical systems for a landmark museum project in Mecca. This includes HVAC plumbing fire protection and specialized systems tailored to the unique requirements of a museum environment. The role requires integrating cuttingedge mechanical solutions with the architectural and structural elements of the project to ensure a safe comfortable and efficient facility for visitors staff and artifacts.
Responsibilities
Mechanical System Design
- Design and specify mechanical systems including HVAC plumbing fire protection and environmental control systems tailored to museum needs.
- Develop solutions for temperature and humidity control critical to preserving artifacts and maintaining visitor comfort.
- Ensure all designs meet energy efficiency and sustainability goals aligning with local regulations and international standards.
- Collaborate with architects structural engineers and electrical engineers to integrate mechanical systems seamlessly into the overall building design.
- Work with museum specialists to ensure systems meet specific requirements for artifact preservation and exhibition spaces.
Construction Oversight
- Supervise the installation and commissioning of mechanical systems ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
- Conduct inspections and tests to verify the performance and reliability of installed systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues during the construction and commissioning phases.
Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Ensure mechanical systems comply with local codes international standards and museumspecific guidelines.
- Prepare detailed technical documentation including design calculations system schematics and operation manuals.
Specialized Museum Needs
- Design and implement specialized systems for smoke control ventilation and clean air circulation in exhibit and storage spaces.
- Ensure the mechanical systems can handle large visitor volumes while maintaining optimal indoor conditions.
Sustainability and Innovation
- Research and apply innovative mechanical technologies and materials to enhance system performance and energy efficiency.
- Incorporate renewable energy solutions where feasible to align with the project s sustainability objectives.
- Coordinate with contractors project managers and stakeholders to ensure mechanical works align with project goals and timelines.
- Provide regular updates on system design progress and performance to the project team.
Recommended Technical Skills
- Proficiency in HVAC design and load calculation software such as HAP Carrier E20 or TRACE 700.
- Strong knowledge of plumbing fire protection and mechanical systems design.
- Familiarity with environmental control systems for sensitive environments such as museums or archives.
- Expertise in mechanical system modeling using software such as AutoCAD Revit or SolidWorks.
- Understanding of energy efficiency standards and green building certifications (e.g. LEED Estidama).
- Knowledge of local and international mechanical codes and regulations.
Recommended Soft Skills
- ProblemSolving: Ability to identify and resolve complex mechanical challenges efficiently.
- Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills to work with multidisciplinary teams and foster collaboration across disciplines.
- Attention to Detail: Precision in designing and reviewing mechanical systems to ensure reliability and safety.
- Communication: Clear and effective communication skills to explain technical concepts to nontechnical stakeholders.
- Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks meet deadlines and manage workloads in a dynamic project environment.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Awareness of the cultural and environmental context of the project s location.
- Bachelor s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- At least 10 years of experience in mechanical engineering with a strong background in design and build projects preferably in culturally significant or complex facilities such as museums exhibition spaces or heritage buildings.
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the creation of a stateoftheart museum in Mecca combining technical expertise and innovative solutions to deliver a facility that meets the highest standards of performance and preservation.
Employment Type
Full Time
