Principal - Mechanical Engineer

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Principal Mechanical Engineer to lead the delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia, with a primary focus on gas systems (LPG, SNG and Natural Gas networks), district cooling/chilled water networks, pump stations, and utility infrastructure. The role will be responsible for providing technical leadership, delivering engineering solutions, securing authority approvals, managing multidisciplinary coordination, and ensuring high-quality project delivery in accordance with local regulations and international standards. The successful candidate will act as a subject matter expert, mentor engineering teams, engage directly with clients and authorities, and contribute to the growth and technical excellence of the Infrastructure Business. Tasks include leading the design and delivery of mechanical infrastructure projects, providing technical leadership, developing feasibility studies and engineering assessments, evaluating and recommending gas supply solutions, designing gas storage facilities, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, managing authority approvals, reviewing contractor shop drawings, ensuring compliance with project requirements, identifying project risks, supporting project planning, mentoring junior engineers, and maintaining high standards of QA/QC throughout project execution

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized university
• Minimum 10–15 years of post-graduate experience in mechanical infrastructure engineering
• Chartered Engineer, Professional Engineer, or working towards a recognized professional accreditation
• Proven experience in the design and delivery of LPG, Natural Gas (NG), and Synthetic Natural Gas (SNG) systems
• Strong experience in the design of gas pressure regulating stations (PPRS/SPRS) and gas distribution networks
• Extensive knowledge of district cooling systems, chilled water networks, and utility pump stations
• Demonstrated experience in utility master planning, feasibility studies, and infrastructure strategy development
• Proficiency in hydraulic modelling software such as Bentley WaterGEMS, SISHYD/GasWorks, FLUIDIT, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of ASHRAE, SBC, NFPA, IGEM, Civil Defense, Ministry of Energy, and other relevant local and international standards
• Experience in preparing technical reports, design calculations, specifications, tender documents, and authority approval submissions
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary engineering teams and manage complex infrastructure projects
• Experience coordinating with clients, contractors, utilities, and regulatory authorities
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical presentation skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities
• Experience delivering infrastructure projects within Saudi Arabia and/or the GCC region is preferred.

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