Vacancy Info
Department: General Affairs Department
Division / Unit: Design & Technical Development
Locations: Beirut, Debbieh, Tripoli, Bekaa
Position Overview:
Beirut Arab University is seeking a qualified Mechanical Engineer to plan, supervise, and manage mechanical engineering activities across its campuses. The successful candidate will oversee maintenance operations, renovation projects, infrastructure improvements, and facility development initiatives, ensuring the reliability and operational efficiency of mechanical systems. The role also involves maintaining engineering records, technical documentation, and digital facility databases.
Eligibility:
Candidates meeting the below qualifications.
Competences:
· Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and sound engineering decision-making skills.
· Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and coordinate activities across campuses.
· Strong communication, technical writing, reporting, presentation, and stakeholder coordination skills.
· High attention to detail, organization, and commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.
Technical Skills
· Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, BIM platforms, Microsoft Office, and engineering documentation systems.
· Knowledge of HVAC systems, chilled water networks, pumps, plumbing, drainage, sewage, stormwater, irrigation, and water/wastewater treatment systems.
· Ability to interpret engineering standards, international codes, technical specifications, manufacturer recommendations, and regulatory requirements.
· Knowledge of equipment lifecycle management, asset performance evaluation, maintenance planning, and reliability improvement.
· Ability to evaluate engineering submissions, materials, equipment, spare parts, and technical proposals.
Education:
· Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university.
Experience:
· Minimum five (5) years of professional experience in mechanical engineering, building services engineering, facilities maintenance, mechanical infrastructure, water treatment systems, desalination plants, wastewater treatment facilities, or construction projects.
· Demonstrated experience in institutional, educational, healthcare, commercial, industrial, or multi-building environments.
· Experience in project supervision, contract management, engineering documentation, maintenance planning, and technical coordination is highly desirable.
Duties and Responsibilities:
· Supervise the operation, maintenance, testing, and commissioning of HVAC systems, chilled water networks, chillers, cooling towers, pumps, AHUs, FCUs, ventilation systems, exhaust systems, and associated mechanical equipment.
· Manage water supply, plumbing, drainage, sewage, stormwater, irrigation, water storage, pumping stations, deep water wells, desalination, water treatment, and wastewater treatment systems across campuses.
· Monitor mechanical assets, investigate system failures, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and efficiency.
· Follow up with specialized maintenance contractors and service providers to ensure proper operation, maintenance, and service delivery.
· Review shop drawings, material submittals, technical data sheets, method statements, testing and commissioning reports, and contractor documentation; prepare technical specifications, scopes of work, BOQs, tender documents, and recommendations.
· Prepare and update mechanical as-built drawings and maintain BIM/Revit models and facility records.
· Conduct site inspections, technical assessments, asset condition surveys, quality verification, and engineering evaluations for ongoing and completed works.
· Prepare technical, maintenance, project progress, and performance reports and recommendations for management review.
· Coordinate with consultants, contractors, suppliers, utility providers, and University departments during project execution and maintenance.
- · Provide technical support during emergency maintenance, equipment breakdowns, operational disruptions, and infrastructure-related incidents.
To apply for this position, candidates must kindly submit their CVs through this LinkedIn Job Ad, & apply online using the following link: https://www.bau.edu.lb/human-resources/bau-careers.
Alternatively, we also welcome CVs to be sent by email to [email protected].
Beirut Arab University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
