Mechanical Engineer – Infrastructure Maintenance

About the role

Waagner Biro Bridge Services is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to lead the operation, maintenance and repair of critical pumping stations, HDPE pipelines and industrial valve systems across its UAE projects. The role combines hands‑on technical work with supervision of technicians and contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee operation, routine servicing and repair of sewage, storm‑water and drainage pump stations, including submersible pumps, lift stations, float switches and control panels.
• Manage installation, repair and modification of HDPE pipelines using electro‑fusion and butt‑fusion welding techniques.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot heavy‑duty industrial valves such as gate, globe, check, pressure‑reducing and motorised control valves.
• Respond to equipment breakdowns, diagnose root causes and coordinate emergency repairs or component replacements.
• Plan and track maintenance work orders in a CMMS while managing spare‑parts inventory for critical infrastructure.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant experience in the UAE, with a valid UAE driving licence.
• Familiarity with NFPA standards (especially NFPA 20, 13 and 24) and local plumbing/safety codes.
• Proven ability to lead technicians/contractors and communicate across functions under pressure.

Required skills

• Hands‑on experience with HDPE fusion techniques.
• Commercial pump mechanics (centrifugal, dewatering, submersible).
• Industrial valve servicing and calibration.
• Use of Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Reading technical blueprints, P&IDs and mechanical schematics.