Engineering Manager

Alfa Laval Mid Europe GmbH; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Engineering Manager to lead the engineering function. The successful candidate will manage a technical team and oversee the execution of product development initiatives. With a minimum of 5 years of engineering leadership experience, they will ensure best practices and foster collaboration within cross-functional teams. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of innovative solutions in the maritime sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering team leadership.
• Strong background in systems engineering or R&D.
• Experience with ultrasonic or electrical systems is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the engineering function in Abu Dhabi.
• Ensure project delivery across multiple systems.
• Translate product requirements into engineering workstreams.
• Implement engineering best practices to improve productivity.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

System engineering

Fluent English

Education

Degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Engineering Manager – Sonihull in Abu Dhabi

NRG Marine Limited (Sonihull), a member of the Alfa Laval group, is a global leader in ultrasonic antifouling and agitation systems. Our award-winning Sonihull technology is in use on more than 3,800 vessels worldwide, with a growing footprint in industrial applications such as energy, steel, and dairy.

To support our ongoing expansion and product innovation, we are looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to join our Abu Dhabi office. This new role will report to the Head of R&D and will be central to scaling our engineering capability in the UAE. The Engineering Manager will oversee the local technical team and support the execution of global product development initiatives, with strong coordination across Alfa Laval engineering hubs.

Your Key Responsibilities :

1. Build and lead the engineering function in Abu Dhabi, including recruiting, mentoring, and developing a high-performing technical team.
2. Ensure successful project delivery across ultrasonic antifouling, agitation, and adjacent systems by managing engineering resources, priorities, and timelines.
3. Support the Head of R&D in delivering the global product roadmap, including concept development, testing, prototyping, and product launch.
4. Translate product requirements into engineering workstreams, coordinating across internal and external teams to ensure alignment.
5. Maintain close collaboration with cross-functional teams including production, procurement, and sales, to ensure products are scalable and aligned with market needs.
6. Implement engineering best practices, tools, and systems to improve productivity, traceability, and product quality.
7. Assist in regional testing and trials, including hands-on technical support and occasional site visits.
8. Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement across the Abu Dhabi engineering team.

What We Are Looking For :

• Experience working in a multinational matrix organisation is a plus.
• A degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in engineering team leadership within industrial or maritime sectors.
• Strong background in systems engineering, product design, or applied R&D. Experience with ultrasonic or electrical systems is an advantage.
• Proven ability to build and scale engineering teams, ideally in a start-up or high-growth environment.
• Strong project management skills with a structured, delivery-focused mindset.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Fluent English (spoken and written) is essential.

Why join Sonihull (NRG Marine)?

Join a pioneering technology company backed by a global leader in engineering. At Sonihull, your work will directly contribute to cleaner, more efficient industrial and maritime systems. You will play a key role in scaling our innovation capability in the UAE and shaping the next generation of ultrasonic solutions, while benefiting from the stability, reach, and development opportunities offered by Alfa Laval.

How to Apply

Submit your application by uploading your CV to our recruitment system. Please note that, in compliance with GDPR, we cannot accept applications submitted via email.

We review applications on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The deadline for applications is 13th August 2025. However, the process may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

The recruitment process is run by the responsible Talent Acquisition Partner according to Alfa Laval policies. Employment is directly with NRG Marine.

Note –

We care about diversity, inclusion, and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this, we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application, you will be invited to play the assessment games.