Infrastructure - Sr. Engineer (Water)

INFRASTRUCTURE - SR. ENGINEER (WATER) Job Summary KN International is looking for a detail-oriented and technically proficient Infrastructure - Sr. Engineer (Water) to join our infrastructure design team. This role involves the planning, design, and documentation of wet utility systems, including water supply, wastewater, irrigation, and stormwater networks. The successful candidate will have strong experience in hydraulic modeling, BIM integration, and authority coordination within the UAE, particularly in Abu Dhabi.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare engineering reports and design documentation for water, wastewater, irrigation, and stormwater infrastructure.
• Perform hydraulic modeling and analysis for pressurized and gravity systems.
• Develop detailed design drawings using Civil 3D within a BIM environment.
• Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of design submissions in line with client and authority requirements.
• Conduct technical reviews and contribute to progress reporting.
• Liaise with developers, clients, and local authorities to facilitate design approvals and provide project updates.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of design packages, ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
• Identify and report any deviations from project requirements, and recommend solutions.
• Support other disciplines with design input and cross-department collaboration.
• Assist Senior Engineers and Managers with project coordination and documentation tasks.
• Provide support during marketing efforts, proposals, and client presentations.
• Conduct quantity take-offs and prepare preliminary cost estimates for wet utility services.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Minimum Bachelors’ Degree in Civil Engineering; progressing towards Professional Registration (CEng or similar) with membership in a professional institution.
• 10 years of relevant UAE experience in the wet infrastructure systems.
• Proven expertise in pressurized and gravity systems, and proficient in Civil 3D and hydraulic modeling tools.
• In-depth understanding of Abu Dhabi authority guidelines and design approval processes.
• Strong knowledge of local authority requirements (DPM/UPC, ADDC, TRANSCO, DoE/ADWEA, ETISALAT, DU, RSB, ADM, DEWA, RTA, DM).
• Experience with BIM platforms and related tools (ProjectWise, InfraWorks, Navisworks, OpenUtilities, etc.).
• Strong background in infrastructure design with a focus on wet utilities.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and technical problem-solving skills.
• PMP or similar project management qualifications are a plus.
• Must be willing to work at Liwa, Western Region, Abu Dhabi

Why Join Us? At KN International, we deliver forward-thinking infrastructure solutions that shape the UAE's future. Join a collaborative team environment where innovation, career development, and impactful work come together.

If you are looking to take the next step in your career, apply today!