About Perle
Perle powers the most ambitious AI initiatives in the world with human intelligence at scale. We work with the world’s leading model builders and enterprises to deliver expert-in-the-loop data, model evaluation, and trust systems that make AI safe, responsible, efficient and exceptionally high-performing.
Our clients don’t buy software, they buy outcomes: accuracy, reliability, and defensibility.
We’re an early-stage, founder-led company operating in the highest-stakes markets of AI. Every hire defines how we win.
The Opportunity
- We’re looking for a highly capable, Mechanical Engineer. This role is open to all nationalities (UAE / Gulf experience preferred).
What you’ll do
- Lead design, review, supervision, testing, and commissioning of mechanical systems (HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting, hot water, filtration).
- Perform detailed engineering calculations (cooling/heating loads, pump head, pipe sizing, pressure drop, airflow, etc.) and provide expert technical guidance.
- Prepare & review Material Submittals, Method Statements, and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs) ensuring compliance with specifications & consultant/client requirements.
- Review & confirm Shop Drawings & Combined Services Drawings ensuring design intent, specification compliance & authority regulations.
- Review consultant design drawings, verify applicability & ensure proper coordination with architectural, structural, electrical, ID drawings before implementation.
- Ensure full compliance of all mechanical works with project specifications, codes & standards.
- Apply strong system expertise across:
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- Chilled Water Systems (Airside & CHW side)
- Plumbing & Drainage Systems
- Domestic Water Supply Systems
- Central Hot Water Systems & Filtration
- Firefighting Systems
- BMS & Systems Control Integration
- Troubleshoot & resolve mechanical and control system issues effectively during construction and commissioning.
- Oversee testing, balancing, commissioning & operation of mechanical systems, ensuring zero snags at handover.
- Identify critical design areas, review drawings & initiate RFIs/RFCs to resolve gaps/conflicts early.
- Provide commercial & technical input including cost-cutting & value engineering solutions while maintaining quality & performance.
- Coordinate with Architects, Interior Designers, Structural, Electrical, Plumbing & other trades for seamless MEP integration.
- Coordinate with consultants, main contractors, subcontractors & authorities (DEWA, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence) for approvals & technical clarifications.
- Prepare and present technical reports, progress updates & risk registers to senior management and clients.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (recognized by UAE Ministry of Education)
- 5–8 years strong MEP experience (high-rise, commercial, residential, villas in UAE preferred)
- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit MEP, HAP, Elite, Pipe Flow Expert or similar software
- Deep knowledge of DEWA, Dubai Municipality, Civil Defence & Dubai Green Building Regulations
- Strong calculation & troubleshooting ability (load calculations, hydraulic design, system balancing)
- Multi-disciplinary coordination experience
- Value engineering & cost optimization skills
- Excellent communication, reporting & leadership abilities
