Senior Mechanical Design Engineer Water Treatment

Designation: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

Responding to: Projects Manager

Company Overview: The company has been a pioneering force in the United Arab Emirates since its establishment in 1992. Our journey has seen us transform from a modest provider of desalination systems to a forward-thinking enterprise dedicated to delivering comprehensive water-centric services and innovative solutions.

Position Overview: As an Engineering Manager at The company, you will play a pivotal role in leading and managing the engineering team to ensure the successful design, development, and execution of innovative water treatment solutions. This role demands a seasoned engineering professional with strong leadership skills, a strategic mindset, and a commitment to delivering high-quality projects that align with our company's mission and objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Team Leadership:
   Lead, mentor, and manage a diverse engineering team, fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture.
   Provide guidance and support to team members, promoting professional growth and development.
2. Project Oversight:
   Oversee the planning, execution, and completion of engineering projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
   Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other stakeholders to achieve project objectives.
3. Technical Expertise:
   Provide technical leadership and guidance to the engineering team, ensuring the application of best practices and innovative solutions.
   Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in water treatment engineering.
4. Cross-Functional Collaboration:
   Collaborate closely with other departments, including business development, project management, and operations, to ensure seamless project execution.
   Facilitate effective communication and coordination between cross-functional teams.
5. Resource Management:
   Optimize the allocation and utilization of engineering resources to meet project demands efficiently.
6. Quality Assurance:
   Implement and enforce quality control measures to ensure engineering designs meet industry standards and client specifications.
   Conduct regular reviews and audits to monitor the quality of engineering deliverables.
7. Regulatory Compliance:
   Ensure compliance with local and international engineering regulations, standards, and safety protocols.
   Collaborate with regulatory bodies to obtain necessary approvals and permits.
8. Continuous Improvement:
   Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the engineering team, encouraging the adoption of new technologies and methodologies.
   Identify and implement process optimizations to enhance overall efficiency.

Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
Professional engineering license is advantageous.

Experience:
Accumulated 8-12 years of experience in engineering roles, with a significant portion dedicated to managerial or leadership responsibilities.
Demonstrated expertise in water treatment or related industries, emphasizing hands-on experience in detailed design for projects such as Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs), Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs), pumping stations, Seawater Reverse Osmosis (SWRO)/Brackish Water Reverse Osmosis (BWRO) plants, and Demineralization plants.
Preferred experience in Oil & Gas projects, providing an additional advantage.
Proficient in the basic design of pretreatment equipment, encompassing Multi Media Filters, Ultra Filtration systems, Self-Cleaning Filters, and Cartridge Filters.
Competent in the mechanical design of Reverse Osmosis systems.
Skilled in hydraulic studies, including pressure drop calculations and pump head calculations.
Possess basic knowledge of Surge Analysis and Stress analysis.
Experienced in piping design for water treatment plants and pumping stations.
Capable of pipeline design for pressurized mains.
Proficient in the design of metallic piping such as Stainless Steel (SS), Super Duplex Stainless Steel (SDSS), Carbon Steel (CS), Ductile Iron (DI), etc.
Competent in the design of non-metallic piping, including Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP), High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE), Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), etc.
Skilled in developing material specifications for pumps, valves, piping, etc.

Skills & Abilities:
Strong leadership and people management skills.
Excellent project management skills with a focus on delivering results.
Technical proficiency in water treatment engineering.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Personal Qualities:
Visionary leader with a strategic mindset.
Commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethics and integrity.
Results-oriented with a focus on achieving tangible outcomes.
Adaptable to changing industry dynamics.