Graduate Mechanical Engineer (UAE Nationals) - Pumping Stations & HVAC

About the role

AECOM is looking for a motivated Graduate Mechanical Engineer to join its MEICA team in Abu Dhabi and support the design and delivery of pumping stations, HVAC systems and associated water infrastructure projects. The successful candidate works under the guidance of senior engineers and gains practical experience across concept, schematic, detailed design, tender documentation and IFC stages.

Key responsibilities

• Understand the mechanical design of potable water, firefighting, irrigation, sewage, stormwater and treated sewage effluent pumping stations.
• Assist senior engineers with mechanical calculations, equipment selection, equipment schedules, technical specifications and design reports.
• Size and select pumps, valves, pipework, pressure vessels, lifting equipment and other mechanical systems under supervision.
• Review hydraulic information, pump duties, system requirements and equipment operating conditions.
• Prepare pumping-station layouts, process flow diagrams, piping arrangements and mechanical schematics.
• Assist with cooling-load and ventilation calculations, duct sizing and HVAC equipment selection.
• Coordinate with electrical, instrumentation, structural, architectural, BIM and other disciplines.
• Take part in design meetings, technical workshops and site visits, and follow project requirements, engineering standards and company quality procedures.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognised university.
• Recent graduate or up to two years of relevant experience.
• Good written and verbal English and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Previous internship or academic project experience related to pumps, piping, HVAC or water infrastructure is preferred.

Required skills

• Fluid mechanics, hydraulics, pumps, piping systems and mechanical equipment.
• Basic HVAC principles, including cooling-load calculations, ventilation and ductwork.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings and technical documentation.
• Preferred: AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, Microsoft Excel, HAP or similar HVAC software, and awareness of BIM processes.

Benefits depend on employment status and may include medical, dental, vision, life and disability benefits, paid time off, flexible work options, a retirement savings plan and an employee stock purchase plan. New hires must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office.