Senior Mechanical Engineer - Theme Park and Entertainment

About the Role

Join Parsons as a Senior Mechanical Engineer specializing in theme park and entertainment projects. This position supports the construction supervision of a prestigious luxury hospitality and entertainment complex in Qatar, featuring immersive experiences, retail, leisure, and hospitality components.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, testing, commissioning, and handover of mechanical systems including HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, utility networks, ride-support infrastructure, show HVAC, water attractions, filtration, water treatment, and life-support systems.
• Ensure the Contractor’s mechanical tasks align with contract documents, IFC drawings, specifications, schedules, quality standards, methodologies, and health and safety regulations.
• Review and comment on shop drawings, material submissions, method statements, RFIs, and inspection requests related to mechanical works.
• Coordinate integration of mechanical systems with architectural, structural, electrical, fire, and specialized ride and show systems.
• Conduct inspections, Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, functional testing, and witness commissioning activities to verify compliance.
• Identify non-conformances and coordinate remediation with contractors and quality teams.
• Assist Resident Engineer with variations, technical issues, clarifications, and site instructions associated with mechanical works.
• Collaborate with operators, vendors, manufacturers, and commissioning teams to ensure successful system operation and readiness.
• Participate in snagging, handover, and defect liability period inspections; review as-built drawings, operation and maintenance manuals, and other documentation for completeness.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection logs, progress updates, and recommendations for senior management and project teams.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Professional registration such as Professional Engineer or Chartered Engineer is preferred.
• At least 12 years of experience in supervising mechanical works on major hospitality, entertainment, mixed-use, or destination developments.
• Background in construction supervision or resident engineering for large multidisciplinary projects.
• Proven expertise in managing mechanical systems for themed entertainment, water parks, integrated resorts, or similar leisure destinations.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC, chilled water, plumbing, water treatment, filtration, life-support, compressed air, and utility mechanical systems.
• Experience overseeing testing, commissioning, integrated system testing, operational readiness, and project handover processes.
• GCC region experience is highly desirable.

Desired Skills and Competencies

• In-depth understanding of mechanical engineering systems and construction supervision in complex hospitality and entertainment projects.
• Strong familiarity with mechanical components related to themed attractions, water rides, and guest-experience facilities.
• Ability to manage multidisciplinary coordination among contractors, vendors, manufacturers, operators, consultants, commissioning teams, and authorities.
• Excellent analytical skills to resolve construction issues and site challenges effectively.
• Strong communication, report writing, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Skillful review and interpretation of IFC drawings, technical specs, shop drawings, commissioning documents, and maintenance manuals.
• Organizational aptitude to handle multiple simultaneous tasks without compromising quality, safety, schedule, or contractual adherence.
• Capability to operate efficiently in large multidisciplinary environments focused on engineering excellence and successful project delivery.

Diversity and Commitment

Parsons is committed to equal opportunity, promoting an inclusive work environment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.

Additional Information

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