Senior M&E Engineer

Job Description & Requirements

To lead and manage the design, coordination, installation, testing, and commissioning of Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) systems for tunnel projects (road, rail, metro, or utility tunnels), ensuring compliance with contract requirements, safety standards, project schedule, and budget.

The role ensures that all tunnel M&E systems (ventilation, power, lighting, fire & life safety, SCADA, drainage, etc.) are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with international and local standards.

Key Responsibilities
Technical & Engineering Management

• Lead detailed design review of tunnel M&E systems
• Coordinate with civil, structural and TBM teams to integrate M&E interfaces
• Review shop drawings, method statements and technical submittals
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, codes, and standards
• Manage value engineering and technical risk mitigation

Installation & Construction Oversight

• Supervise site installation of:
• Tunnel ventilation systems
• Fire detection & fire suppression systems
• Lighting & emergency lighting
• Power distribution (MV/LV systems)
• Drainage & pumping systems
• TBM
• Tunneling facilities
• Ensure installation meets quality standards
• Monitor contractor performance and progress
• Resolve technical site issues

Testing & Commissioning

• Develop commissioning plans and procedures
• Witness FAT, SAT, and integrated system testing
• Coordinate integrated testing with civil and operations teams
• Ensure systems meet operational and safety performance criteria

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure M&E works comply with tunnel safety regulations
• Support risk assessments
• Participate in safety audits and inspections

Project Management Support

• Prepare progress reports.
• Assist in schedule planning (Primavera/MS Project).

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Master’s degree (preferred but not mandatory)
• 10–15+ years in M&E engineering
• 5+ years specifically in tunnel projects
• Experience in at least one full tunnel project lifecycle (design to commissioning)
• Knowledge of tunnel codes and standards
• Experience with: AutoCAD / Revit
• Understanding of integrated systems testing