Senior Principal Engineer – Vertical Transportation (VT)

About the role

WSP Middle East is looking for a Senior / Principal Engineer specializing in Vertical Transportation (VT) to join its Dubai team. You will lead the design, specification and delivery of lifts, escalators, moving walks and specialist VT systems across a wide range of high‑profile projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and deliver VT system design, including lifts, escalators and moving walks.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, schedules and specifications in line with project requirements and standards.
• Review and validate VT designs prepared by internal and external parties.
• Coordinate with MEP, architecture, structural and BIM disciplines.
• Liaise with clients, contractors, architects and VT suppliers throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support tender evaluations, technical submissions and contractor clarifications.
• Provide on‑site support for inspections, testing, commissioning and handover.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to business development activities.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum 6 + years of professional VT design and consultancy experience, preferably in the Middle East.
• Proven track record on large‑scale, complex developments (high‑rise, mixed‑use, hospitality, infrastructure).
• Strong knowledge of international and regional codes (EN, ISO, BS) and local authority requirements.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting programme, quality and commercial targets.
• Effective client and stakeholder management skills.
• Chartered Engineer status or progress toward accreditation is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Vertical transportation system design
• Lift, escalator and moving walk design
• BIM coordination
• MEP coordination
• Knowledge of EN, ISO and BS codes