Job Description

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:
• • 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