Site Mechanical Engineer

Overview

Site Mechanical Engineer

Nagah Hammadi, Egypt | Dandara Project

At Scatec, you get to work on something that matters. We develop, build, own, and operate renewable energy solutions that accelerate access to reliable and affordable clean energy. As part of a global and agile organisation, you will work with skilled colleagues across functions and geographies, take real ownership, and contribute to a company driven by the vision of improving our future. At the heart of everything we do is our belief that we bring the energy - the energy for change, connection, and growth. It shapes how we collaborate, innovate, and create impact together. If you are looking for a role where your contribution is visible, your development matters, and your work supports a more sustainable future, Scatec may be the right place for you.

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Why this role matters

As Site Mechanical Engineer, you will oversee mechanical construction activities on site for the Obelisk project, ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with quality, timeline, cost, and HSSE expectations. You will play a key role in coordinating contractors, monitoring progress, resolving technical matters, and supporting successful project execution.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you will:

• Supervise all mechanical activities on site, including piles, trackers, metal structures, modules, fences, tower erection, and HV/MV mechanical assembly.
• Monitor daily physical progress, report deviations, and follow up on quality, time, cost, and HSSE performance.
• Engage daily with sub-supplier and contractor site teams to support delivery and resolve execution challenges.
• Review construction documentation such as method statements and coordinate technical approvals with engineering when needed.
• Lead mechanical pre-construction meetings and ensure site activities begin only after alignment and agreement.
• Manage technical queries, support technical assessments, and ensure construction follows the latest approved drawings and specifications.
• Coordinate with quality inspectors on critical activities, inspections, audits, witness points, and hold points.
• Support NCR follow-up, final inspections, punch lists, red-marked drawings, and as-built documentation.

Your work will support real decisions, real assets, and real operational outcomes.

What you’ll gain

• Professional growth through ownership, exposure, and meaningful contribution from day one.
• Hands-on experience in a role where the challenge is energising, fast-moving, meaningful, and built on learning through doing.
• The opportunity to contribute directly to one of Scatec’s renewable energy construction projects in Egypt.
• Exposure to multidisciplinary site execution, contractor management, quality, HSSE, and project delivery practices.

What you’ll bring

Experience and qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction, or a relevant technical discipline.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in EPC medium to large construction projects.
• At least 1 year of ground mount PV experience with tracker systems.
• Strong ability to read and interpret drawings and construction documentation.
• Experience with PV module mounting structures, piling, ramming, predrilling, skid foundations, or similar site works.
• Knowledge of solar and/or renewable energy projects and mechanical construction best practices.

• Arabic speaker with v.good English, spoken and written.

 

What it’s like to work at Scatec

At Scatec, we combine purpose with performance. We value responsibility, clarity, and collaboration and we encourage people to challenge existing ways of working, contribute ideas, and keep developing. You can expect an environment where people work together across disciplines and geographies, where good performance matters, and where you are trusted to take ownership without unnecessary hierarchy.

If you are motivated by hands-on site execution, contractor coordination, and contributing to renewable energy delivery, this could be a strong next step in your career.

Additional information

This is a 12-month contract with potential for extension.

What we offer

At Scatec, you will be part of a company with a clear and ambitious purpose, working on renewable energy solutions that make a lasting difference. You will gain responsibility early, learn from experienced colleagues, and build your capabilities in a business that offers global exposure, strong development opportunities, and meaningful work in the energy transition. We are continuously evolving as a digital and data-driven organisation, leveraging technology and AI to improve how we work and create value for our teams

Scatec is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, competence, and business needs.

We review applications on an ongoing basis.