This is a remote position.
Position OverviewKAFOU Energy is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Remote Project Technical Engineer to support our MEP and Retrofit projects team. This role is vital in ensuring timely, accurate, and technically sound support during project development and execution phases. The engineer will collaborate with site teams, design consultants, subcontractors, and procurement to ensure the delivery of high-quality engineering solutions aligned with project goals.
Key Responsibilities
· Review and verify design drawings, BOQs, material submittals, and technical documentation.
· Prepare and support in shop drawings, as-built drawings, and technical documentation in coordination with project team.
· Provide remote technical support to the site team on MEP (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing) and retrofit scopes (lighting, solar, BMS).
· Support in evaluating vendor and subcontractor technical offers to ensure compliance with project specifications.
· Collaborate with procurement to ensure technical alignment of selected materials and equipment.
· Assist in reviewing client comments, RFI responses, and follow-up on action items.
· Develop technical reports, project updates, and documentation as required.
· Participate in project coordination meetings (virtually) and contribute to issue resolution.
· Ensure compliance with engineering standards, codes, and company quality procedures.
· Develop and document Energy Conservation Measures (ECMs) for commercial and industrial systems.
Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or electrical engineering (or equivalent).
· Minimum 3 years of experience in MEP or retrofit project engineering (preferably with EPC/contracting firms).
· Strong understanding of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, lighting retrofits, and solar PV systems.
· Familiarity with retrofit energy efficiency measures is a strong advantage.
· Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Office (especially Excel), and understanding of Revit/BIM tools is a plus.
· Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred Skills
· Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills.
· Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
· Committed to deadlines and team collaboration.
· Experience working with cross-functional or geographically distributed teams.
· The engineer must be available during core business hours (KSA timezone).
· All tools and system access (e.g., Zoho, cloud storage, reporting templates) will be provided.
· Occasional site visits may be required (Fully Paid By The Company).
Benefits
- Excellent salary
- Flight tickets (if needed).
- Ability for personal growth in experience and knowledge.
- Annual bounce based on performance (Witten).
- On-demand training courses.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
- Minimum 3 years of experience in MEP or retrofit project engineering (preferably with EPC/contracting firms).
- Strong understanding of HVAC systems, electrical distribution, lighting retrofits, and solar PV systems.
- Familiarity with retrofit energy efficiency measures (Energy Conservation Measures).
- Proficiency in AutoCAD and MS Excel.
- Understanding of Revit/BIM tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Ability to be available during core business hours (KSA timezone).
- Willingness and ability to undertake occasional site visits (company-paid).
- Experience evaluating vendor/subcontractor technical offers and preparing technical documentation.
- Experience working with cross-functional or geographically distributed teams and using structured task boards or project templates.
What We Do
Kafou Group is a diversified Saudi Arabian holding company established in 1983. It operates across multiple sectors, including power, electricity, water treatment, petrochemicals, healthcare, and financial services. The company provides advanced technical solutions for hospitals and manages investments in real estate, trade, and commodities, while also operating within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector.







