Principal Resident Engineer (Scada and I&C)

Stantec; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking a Principal Resident Engineer (Scada and I&C) to lead the development and implementation of SCADA control systems for drainage and utility networks. The ideal candidate has over 15 years of experience, strong technical leadership skills, and hands-on experience with multiple SCADA projects. You will collaborate with clients, review design documentation, and ensure compliance with industry standards. This is a key role requiring effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in SCADA control systems in water utility industry.
• Hands-on experience with DMC of potable or sewage water systems.
• Experience on at least 4 major SCADA projects, 2 site-wide.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of SCADA control strategy and implementation.
• Design and manage SCADA systems for drainage utility networks.
• Review control systems architecture and design drawings.

Skills

SCADA design

Electrical engineering

Technical leadership

Multicultural team interaction

Education

4 year engineering degree (Electrical, Electronic or similar)

Tools

Wonderware

DCS

PLC

SCADA/HMI software

Job description

Principal Resident Engineer (Scada and I&C)

About the job Principal Resident Engineer (Scada and I&C)

The Principal Resident Engineer will lead the development of the strategy, design, and implementation of an enhanced SCADA control environment. The Resident Engineer position will be responsible for the following:

Responsibilities

• In close collaboration with the client designs, documents, and manages the implementation of essential SCADA control systems and components for drainage utility networks and recycled water networks. Provides appropriate and timely technical advice on matters relating to SCADA and control systems.
• Acts as the lead problem solver in incorporating industry standards and modern technology into the SCADA design.
• Provides review/comments on electrical engineering control system drawings such as site location instrumentation layout drawings, SCADA control room layout drawings, control schematic diagrams, wired/wireless protocol designs, control and logic diagrams, and control system equipment.
• Acts as the clients representative in design meetings with consultants and contractors and suggests solutions and recommendations in evolving a standard design philosophy. Coordinates with consultants in preparation of method statements related to SCADA works.
• Develops, establishes and upgrades SCADA design and implementation standards, with periodic reviews to ensure the client remains current with evolving SCADA design methods.
• Reviews control systems architecture, material submittals & design drawings for the entire SCADA system including site locations and the central control room.
• Reviews and validates PLC/SCADA software programs, logic, operation & functionality.
• Plans and suggests strategic recommendations and improvements for SCADA system.

Qualifications

• Must have a 4 year engineering degree (Electrical, Electronic or similar) or equivalent. Professional Engineer certification is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 15+ years experience in designing, implementing and/or managing SCADA control systems and components in the 24x7 continuous process drainage, sewer, or water utility industry.
• Hands‑on experience in the design and integration of SCADA systems pertaining exclusively to the application of DMC of potable or sewage water pumping stations, transmission, and distribution networks.
• Has demonstrable work experience on at least 4 major SCADA projects with a minimum of two projects implementing site‑wide SCADA.
• Demonstrable knowledge of structured programming, SCADA communication techniques and protocols.
• Knowledge and application of all instrumentation‑related standards, codes and regulations; working knowledge of DCS, PLC, and SCADA/HMI control system software, hardware and architecture. Wonderware experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of Profibus, Modbus, OPC & industrial Ethernet networks are mandatory. Expert Knowledge of database & reporting tools is mandatory.
• Knowledge of fiber optics installations and Cisco Firewalls/routers/switches in the automation network layer is mandatory. SIEMENS PLC/SCADA and Honeywell PLC/Experion DCS experience preferred.
• Developed interpersonal and communications skills, including the ability to interact effectively with multicultural teams.
• Ability to work effectively and diligently as an individual and team member to resolve complex faults on critical equipment.
• Ability to prepare and present technical and non-technical documentation.
• Proven ability to perform in a key technical leadership role, good written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are also required.
• In addition, they must be knowledgeable of current technology and how it can be effectively utilized in the project.