Job Description

Role Summary: Principal Engineer - Mechanical/MEP (Netherlands) The incumbent will be part of WSP in India - Netherlands Building Services Team, responsible for delivering mechanical engineering and BIM services for Property & Buildings (P&B) sector projects, including substations, commercial buildings, and other infrastructure projects. This role involves close collaboration with Netherlands/local engineers and BIM engineers to perform HVAC design calculations, system selection, PH & FF services, guiding Revit modellers, and overall coordination. Key Responsibilities Technical Responsibilities Deliver high-quality technical designs, drawings, specifications, and engineering solutions in compliance with international standards and regulations. Contribute to technical problem-solving and project execution, ensuring high standards of design quality and innovation. Lead and review detailed mechanical/MEP services designs, covering HVAC, plumbing, drainage, gas, and fire hydrant services. Participate in peer design reviews, ensuring compliance with internal quality control procedures. Stay up to date with industry advancements, technical developments, and cross-discipline coordination requirements. Attend project meetings with stakeholders, including teams in Bangalore and the Netherlands. Manage project delivery, ensuring timely execution and technical leadership. Hands-on experience in preparing technical reports at different design stages (e.g., scheme, design, and detailed reports). Prepare equipment selection schedules and BOQ documents. Project Delivery & Coordination Ensure project timelines are met and proactively identify risks or potential delays. Support and participate in internal knowledge-sharing initiatives to enhance team skills. Identify and escalate additional resource or fee requirements to senior engineers or the team lead. Key Competencies & Skills Mandatory Skills Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering with 12-15 years of relevant experience. Proven experience in international project delivery across HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire Protection services. Expertise in BIM technologies (Revit, AutoCAD MEP) and design calculations (HAP, load calculations, duct/pipe sizing, pressure drop analysis). Strong proficiency in equipment selection (e.g., ventilation fans, chillers, AHUs, FCUs, boilers, pumps). Ability to prepare technical submittals for materials and equipment. Ability to guide BIM modelers and lead HVAC & plumbing modeling, parametric family creation, coordination, scheduling, and collaboration in Revit. Hands-on experience in external utility services engineering (e.g., plumbing, drainage, gas, fire hydrant). Ability to produce detailed design drawings (plans, sections, and details) from senior engineers sketches. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with excellent technical reporting capabilities. Desired Skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Project). Membership in professional bodies (ISHRAE, ASHRAE, CIBSE, IMechE-UK) and familiarity with European Building Codes & Standards. Working towards or possessing Chartered Engineer/Professional License status. Strong management and leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and within teams. Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines effectively. Qualifications & Other Requirements Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. 12-18 years of relevant industry experience. Extensive experience in MEP services, mechanical design (HVAC, PH & FF), and BIM technologies.