Project Engineer

 Group overview:

  Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

  alfanar is involved in:

 
• Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction

 
• Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products

 
• Allied Engineering Services

 Our Main Divisions:

 
• alfanar electric

 
• alfanar Construction

 
• alfanar Building Systems

 alfanar Construction

  alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

  alfanar Construction is an Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) company with a track record of consistent growth. We have emerged as a strong EPC contractor in the Energy, Infrastructure as well as Engineering Services sectors in Saudi Arabia.

  With the support of special purpose service units, alfanar Construction continuously strives to provide appropriate and timely solutions to clients, conforming to international standards.

 The core EPC activities of alfanar Construction are in the fields of:

 
• Power and Water Projects

 
• Transmission and Distribution Projects

 
• Building Construction (Industrial & Commercial) Projects

 
• Electro-Mechanical projects

Since 1976, we've grown and diversified our business to meet the evolving needs of a changing world. Alfanar Projects is an integrated global project developer and engineering, construction, and technology solutions provider with a robust portfolio of landmark projects across the energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.

From Saudi Arabia to the rest of the world, we work closely with governments and partners to deliver strategic projects that support national goals and long-term visions. Our work directly contributes to sustainable development and infrastructure modernization in multiple countries.

At the heart of our success are more than 10,000 professionals—diverse, skilled, and united by purpose. Our global teams are committed to delivering impact-driven solutions that shape a better, more sustainable future.

We are seeking a qualified and proactive Mechanical Project Engineer to join our Egypt Office. This role is responsible for supporting mechanical project activities, coordinating design requirements, ensuring compliance with engineering standards, and overseeing mechanical systems execution across project sites. The Mechanical Project Engineer will manage documentation workflows, support material and design submittals, follow up on testing, and ensure timely project delivery in alignment with Alfanar's quality and operational standards.

• Support and oversee mechanical works across project stages—from documentation and procurement to testing and handover.

• Coordinate mechanical design requirements and ensure alignment with project specifications and standards.

• Handle mechanical systems including:

  • Overhead cranes

  • Firefighting systems

  • HVAC systems

  • Plumbing systems

• Prepare and manage documentation such as DPOs, POs, PRs, material submittals, design submittals, GAFM, and track materials until delivered to site.

• Prepare MIRs and RFIs and ensure proper closure in coordination with the client and project team.

• Conduct and assist in testing, inspection, and system handover procedures, ensuring compliance with client comments and project scope.

• Monitor progress of mechanical activities and coordinate with site teams for timely execution.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure smooth integration of mechanical systems with other project elements.

• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and engineering standards throughout the project lifecycle.

• Provide technical support during construction and commissioning stages.

• Maintain organized documentation and reporting for all mechanical activities.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

• Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical engineering, project execution, or related roles.

• Required Knowledge & Experience:

  • Familiarity with SEC standards; previous work in SEC substations is a strong advantage.

  • Solid understanding of mechanical systems: firefighting, HVAC, plumbing, and overhead cranes.

  • Experience with mechanical design coordination.

  • Knowledge of full project documentation workflow (DPO, PO, PR, design submittals, GAFM, and material tracking).

  • Hands-on experience preparing MIRs and RFIs, and handling system handover procedures.

  • Ability to comply with client comments and follow up until closure.

• Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional engineering teams.

• Strong organizational and documentation skills.