Senior Engineer – Vertical Transportation (VT)

About the role

WSP Middle East is looking for an experienced Senior Engineer – Vertical Transportation (VT) to lead the design, specification and delivery of lift, escalator and moving‑walk systems across a diverse portfolio of projects in the UAE.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver the design and specification of vertical transportation systems, including lifts, escalators, moving walks and specialist solutions.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, schedules and specifications in line with project requirements and relevant standards.
• Review VT designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with codes, standards and best practice.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines (MEP, Architecture, Structures, BIM) and external stakeholders such as clients, architects, contractors and VT suppliers.
• Support tender evaluations, technical submissions and contractor clarifications.
• Provide site support, including inspections, testing, commissioning and handover activities.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to business development activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 + years of professional experience in vertical transportation design and consultancy, preferably in the Middle East.
• Proven track record delivering VT systems on large‑scale, complex developments.
• Strong knowledge of international and regional codes (EN, ISO, BS) and local authority requirements.
• Effective client, authority and stakeholder‑management skills.
• Chartered Engineer status or progress toward professional accreditation is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Vertical Transportation system design (lifts, escalators, moving walks).
• BIM coordination for VT projects.
• MEP integration and multidisciplinary coordination.
• Application of EN, ISO and BS standards.