Irrigation Engineer_Saudi National

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As an irrigation engineer, your primary responsibility is to design, implement, and manage irrigation systems to ensure efficient and effective water distribution for agricultural, landscaping, and other purposes. Your role involves a combination of engineering, agricultural knowledge, and water management expertise.

The specific job responsibilities may vary depending on the employer and the scale of projects you're working on, but typically include:

1. Designing Irrigation Systems: You'll be responsible for creating irrigation system designs that meet the specific needs of the project, taking into account factors such as soil type, crop type, water source, and climate conditions.
2. Water Resource Management: Efficiently managing water resources is a crucial part of the job. You'll need to determine the water requirements for irrigation, assess available water sources, and plan for sustainable water use.
3. Selecting Equipment and Components: Choosing appropriate irrigation equipment and components like pumps, pipes, valves, controllers, and sprinklers to ensure optimal water distribution and minimize water wastage.
4. Installation and Maintenance: Overseeing the installation of irrigation systems and conducting regular maintenance to ensure their proper functioning and longevity.
5. Budgeting and Cost Estimation: Estimating the costs associated with irrigation projects, creating budgets, and managing expenses throughout the project.
6. Environmental Considerations: Taking environmental factors into account during the planning and execution of irrigation projects to minimize ecological impact.
7. Irrigation Scheduling: Developing and implementing irrigation schedules that provide the right amount of water at the right time to promote plant growth while avoiding waterlogging and other issues.
8. Data Analysis: Collecting and analyzing data related to water usage, crop performance, and system efficiency to make informed decisions and optimize irrigation practices.
9. Regulatory Compliance: Ensuring compliance with relevant local, regional, and national regulations pertaining to water usage and irrigation practices.
10. Client Communication: Collaborating with clients, stakeholders, and team members to understand project requirements, provide updates, and address any concerns.
11. Problem Solving: Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to irrigation system malfunctions, water supply problems, or other technical challenges.
12. Research and Innovation: Staying updated on the latest developments in irrigation technology and incorporating innovative solutions into projects when applicable.
13. Team Leadership (if applicable): Leading a team of technicians, contractors, or other professionals involved in the irrigation project.
14. Safety Standards: Ensuring that all work related to irrigation systems follows safety standards and guidelines.

In summary, as an irrigation engineer, you play a critical role in ensuring efficient water usage for agriculture and landscaping, contributing to sustainable water management practices and successful crop growth.

• Bachelor Degree with minimum 10 years of experience in similar projects
• Minimum 3 years experience in Middle East experience

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring. Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

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Job Reference: WSPME04729