Infrastructure - Sr. Engineer (Water)

Zohorecruit; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

KN International Architects and Engineers LLC in Abu Dhabi seeks a detail-oriented Infrastructure - Sr. Engineer (Water) to design, document, and deliver water, wastewater, irrigation, and stormwater networks.

The role emphasizes hydraulic modeling, Civil 3D, and BIM integration within UAE authority coordination. The candidate should have 10+ years UAE experience in wet infrastructure, familiarity with local authorities (ADWEA, ADDC, DEWA, RTA, DM, etc.), and willingness to work from Liwa,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering is required.
• 10+ years UAE experience in wet infrastructure expected.
• Regulatory coordination with Abu Dhabi authorities is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design docs for water, wastewater, and stormwater systems.
• Perform hydraulic modeling for pressurized and gravity networks.
• Create detailed Civil 3D drawings within BIM environment.
• Coordinate with authorities and clients for approvals and submissions.
• Support cross-discipline design input and project coordination.

Skills

Civil engineering

Hydraulic modeling

BIM integration

Civil 3D

Authority coordination

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional registration in progress (CEng or similar)

Tools

Civil 3D

InfraWorks

Navisworks

OpenUtilities

ProjectWise

Job description

KN International Architects and Engineers LLC | Full time

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 10/09/2026

JobSummary

KN International is looking for a detail-oriented and technically proficient Infrastructure - Sr. Engineer (Water) to join our infrastructure design team. This roleinvolves the planning, design, and documentation of wet utility systems,including water supply, wastewater, irrigation,and stormwater networks. Thesuccessful candidate will have strong experience in hydraulic modeling, BIMintegration, and authority coordination within the UAE, particularly in AbuDhabi.

KeyResponsibilities

• Prepareengineering reports and design documentation for water, wastewater, irrigation,and stormwater infrastructure.
• Performhydraulic modeling and analysis for pressurized and gravity systems.
• Developdetailed design drawings using Civil 3D within a BIM environment.
• Ensuretimely and high-quality delivery of design submissions in line with client andauthority requirements.
• Conducttechnical reviews and contribute to progress reporting.
• Liaisewith developers, clients, and local authorities to facilitate design approvalsand provide project updates.
• Coordinatethe preparation and submission of design packages, ensuring compliance withcontractual obligations.
• Identifyand report any deviations from project requirements, and recommend solutions.
• Supportother disciplines with design input and cross-department collaboration.
• AssistSenior Engineers and Managers with project coordination and documentationtasks.
• Providesupport during marketing efforts, proposals, and client presentations.
• Conductquantity take-offs and prepare preliminary cost estimates for wet utilityservices.

RequiredQualifications & Skills

• MinimumBachelors’ Degree in Civil Engineering; progressing towards ProfessionalRegistration (CEng or similar) with membership in a professional institution.
• 10years of relevant UAE experience in the wet infrastructure systems.
• Provenexpertise in pressurized and gravity systems, and proficient in Civil 3D andhydraulic modeling tools.
• In-depthunderstanding of Abu Dhabi authority guidelines and design approval processes.
• Strongknowledge of local authority requirements (DPM/UPC, ADDC, TRANSCO, DoE/ADWEA,ETISALAT, DU, RSB, ADM, DEWA, RTA, DM).
• Experiencewith BIM platforms and related tools (ProjectWise, InfraWorks, Navisworks,OpenUtilities, etc.).
• Strongbackground in infrastructure design with a focus on wet utilities.
• Excellentcommunication, coordination, and technical problem-solving skills.
• PMP orsimilar project management qualifications are a plus.
• Mustbe willing to work at Liwa, Western Region, Abu Dhabi

WhyJoin Us?

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

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