Senior Wet Utilities Engineer - Hydraulic Modelling and Infrastructure Design
AECOM Corporation
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AECOM in Dubai is seeking an experienced Senior Wet Utilities Engineer to lead hydraulic modelling and the design of water and wastewater infrastructure.
You will supervise hydrological analyses, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and drive projects from feasibility through construction with a focus on Dubai Municipality and DEWA requirements.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; UAE/ GCC experience preferred.
- 8–10 years in water/wastewater infrastructure design and modelling.
- Experience with hydraulic modelling software and regulatory standards.
Responsibilities
- Lead hydraulic modelling and design of water and wastewater systems.
- Coordinate multidisciplinary teams through feasibility to construction.
- Supervise modelling activities and technical assessments.
- Ensure designs meet Dubai Municipality and DEWA requirements.
- Develop masterplans, feasibility studies, and construction documentation.
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Senior Wet Utilities Engineer - Hydraulic Modelling and Infrastructure Design Job Snapshot - Role: Senior Wet Utilities Engineer - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Engineering - Experience: 8-10 years, including at least 5 years in the UAE or other GCC countries - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: Hybrid Position Overview AECOM is seeking an experienced Senior Wet Utilities Engineer to provide technical leadership in the planning, design, hydraulic modelling, and delivery of water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The position focuses on sewerage networks, stormwater drainage systems, water distribution infrastructure, pumping stations, and associated wet utilities. The successful candidate will supervise hydrological and hydraulic analyses, lead engineering design activities, and coordinate multidisciplinary teams throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities extend from feasibility studies, conceptual design, and infrastructure masterplanning to detailed engineering, construction documentation, and construction-stage supervision. Candidates should have 8-10 years of relevant experience, including at least five years in the UAE or wider GCC region. Strong proficiency in hydraulic modelling software, including Bentley SewerGEMS, WaterGEMS, InfoWorks, and InfoWater, is required. The role also requires knowledge of pumping systems, water quality modelling, septicity analysis, hydraulic transient analysis, and applicable Dubai Municipality and DEWA requirements.
Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Dubai - Industry: Civil Engineering - Function: Engineering - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: Hybrid
- Provide technical guidance and supervision for hydrological and hydraulic modelling activities.
- Lead the planning and engineering design of water and wastewater infrastructure projects.
- Oversee hydraulic model development for sewerage and water distribution systems.
- Supervise hydraulic analyses using specialist applications such as InfoWorks and InfoWater.
- Review network performance, hydraulic capacity, and system operating requirements.
- Provide technical input on modelling assumptions, engineering calculations, and design recommendations.
- Ensure hydraulic modelling activities follow applicable technical guidelines and engineering standards.
- Support the resolution of complex hydraulic and infrastructure design challenges.
- Lead engineering design activities for water distribution networks, wastewater systems, and associated infrastructure.
- Prepare engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction documentation.
- Develop pipeline network designs and associated hydraulic infrastructure requirements.
- Design pumping systems and related pipeline infrastructure.
- Provide engineering input for treatment plant design and associated water and wastewater facilities.
- Incorporate surge mitigation equipment and air/vacuum valves into relevant infrastructure designs.
- Evaluate system performance and identify appropriate engineering solutions.
- Ensure proposed infrastructure designs meet project requirements and applicable technical standards.
- Lead the design of sewerage networks and stormwater management infrastructure.
- Undertake hydraulic assessments to support network planning and system design.
- Review drainage and wastewater network performance using appropriate modelling techniques.
- Assess infrastructure capacity and relevant hydraulic operating conditions.
- Develop engineering recommendations based on modelling results and site-specific requirements.
- Coordinate stormwater and sewerage design requirements with other engineering disciplines.
- Support the development of integrated wet utilities solutions for infrastructure projects.
- Contribute to conceptual engineering designs and infrastructure masterplanning studies.
- Prepare and review feasibility studies for water and wastewater systems.
- Conduct preliminary technical assessments to establish infrastructure requirements.
- Evaluate alternative design solutions based on hydraulic performance and project requirements.
- Undertake site assessments to support engineering planning and design development.
- Prepare technical information required for project scopes, cost estimates, and schedules.
- Support the development of infrastructure solutions throughout preliminary and detailed design stages.
- Manage technical activities across pre-design, design, and construction phases of wet utilities projects.
- Develop project scopes and coordinate engineering deliverables.
- Prepare and review project cost estimates and schedules.
- Monitor engineering progress against established project requirements.
- Coordinate design activities with clients, stakeholders, and relevant regulatory agencies.
- Support the timely delivery of engineering documentation and technical submissions.
- Identify design coordination issues and contribute to their resolution.
- Provide technical oversight during relevant construction-stage activities.
- Conduct hydraulic modelling and engineering simulations for water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Evaluate pipeline network capacity and operating performance.
- Undertake or supervise hydraulic assessments relating to pumping stations and distribution systems.
- Apply knowledge of water quality modelling to relevant engineering studies.
- Support septicity analysis for wastewater infrastructure.
- Review hydraulic transient analysis and surge mitigation requirements.
- Evaluate the application of air/vacuum valves and associated hydraulic protection equipment.
- Prepare technical recommendations based on hydraulic modelling and system performance evaluations.
- Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of engineering designs and construction documentation.
- Verify that hydraulic models comply with applicable modelling guidelines.
- Review engineering calculations, specifications, and technical drawings.
- Ensure engineering designs follow relevant technical standards and project requirements.
- Identify design discrepancies and coordinate appropriate corrective measures.
- Monitor construction progress from a technical and quality perspective.
- Support compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and approved engineering documentation.
- Work closely with structural, geotechnical, electrical, and instrumentation engineers.
- Coordinate wet utilities design requirements with other project disciplines.
- Resolve technical interfaces affecting pipelines, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure.
- Participate in engineering coordination meetings and design reviews.
- Facilitate regular project progress review meetings.
- Communicate technical findings and design requirements to multidisciplinary project teams.
- Compile periodic progress reports and relevant engineering updates.
- Support collaboration between clients, engineers, and other project stakeholders.
- Coordinate with relevant regulatory agencies during infrastructure planning and design.
- Ensure engineering activities consider applicable authority requirements and permitting processes.
- Apply knowledge of Dubai Municipality and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority requirements.
- Support the preparation and review of technical information required for regulatory coordination.
- Address technical comments and design compliance issues arising during authority reviews.
- Ensure relevant designs and engineering documentation reflect applicable regulatory requirements.
- Bachelor 's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field from a university or institution recognised by the UAE Society of Engineers (SOE).
- Candidates pursuing professional qualifications or professional recognition, such as Professional Engineer (PE), Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE), Chartered Institution of Water and Environmental Management (CIWEM), or equivalent credentials, will be given preference.
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant professional experience.
- At least 5 years of experience in the United Arab Emirates or other GCC countries.
- Experience in water and wastewater infrastructure engineering design.
- Practical experience in hydrological and hydraulic modelling.
- Experience developing hydraulic models for sewerage and water distribution systems.
- Experience preparing conceptual designs, feasibility studies, and masterplans for water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Knowledge of pumping station design and associated hydraulic systems.
- Experience preparing engineering specifications, technical drawings, and construction documentation.
- Experience coordinating engineering activities across pre-design, design, and construction phases.
- Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams and regulatory stakeholders.
- Strong expertise in water and wastewater infrastructure design.
- Advanced understanding of hydraulic modelling and computer-based engineering simulations.
- Proficiency in Bentley SewerGEMS and WaterGEMS.
- Proficiency in InfoWorks and InfoWater.
- Experience using Geographic Information System (GIS) applications.
- Knowledge of water distribution and wastewater collection network modelling.
- Understanding of hydrological analysis and stormwater management systems.
- Knowledge of pumping stations and pipeline hydraulic design.
- Familiarity with water quality modelling and system performance evaluation.
- Understanding of septicity analysis in wastewater infrastructure.
- Knowledge of hydraulic transient analysis and surge mitigation systems.
- Familiarity with air/vacuum valves and associated pipeline protection equipment.
- Ability to prepare engineering designs, technical specifications, and construction documents.
- Understanding of engineering design quality assurance and quality control.
- Familiarity with Dubai Municipality and DEWA permitting and regulatory requirements.
- Strong technical leadership and engineering supervision capabilities.
- Ability to analyse complex hydraulic engineering problems and develop practical solutions.
- Effective coordination with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
- Strong technical communication and reporting skills.
- Ability to review engineering models, calculations, and design documentation.
- Good organisational skills for coordinating multiple project activities.
- Ability to communicate technical requirements to clients and regulatory stakeholders.
- Attention to detail when reviewing engineering designs and modelling results.
- Commitment to engineering quality, regulatory compliance, and successful project delivery.
AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and takes fraudulent hiring activities seriously. All newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding session at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
Working at AECOM AECOM offers opportunities to contribute to major infrastructure, water, wastewater, and environmental engineering projects while working with multidisciplinary teams of engineering and technical specialists.
Employees have access to professional development programmes, specialist technical resources, and opportunities to expand their engineering knowledge and leadership capabilities.
Depending on employment status and eligibility, AECOM benefits may include
- medical
- dental
- vision
- life
- accidental death and dismemberment
- disability coverage
- paid time off
- leaves of absence
- voluntary benefits
- flexible work options
- well-being resources
- employee assistance programmes
- business travel insurance
- service recognition awards
- retirement savings plans
- employee stock purchase opportunities
AECOM promotes a collaborative and inclusive workplace based on respect, professional development, and shared expertise. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the company supports fair employment practices and handles candidate information confidentially in accordance with applicable equal employment opportunity guidelines.
AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm delivering professional services across transportation, water, environment, energy, and buildings. The company works with public- and private-sector clients to address complex infrastructure challenges and develop innovative, sustainable, and resilient solutions. Its multidisciplinary services span the project lifecycle, including advisory, planning, design, engineering, programme management, and construction management.
AECOM employs more than 50,000 professionals worldwide, including engineers, planners, designers, scientists, digital specialists, and construction management professionals. A Fortune 500 company, AECOM reported revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025.
Official Website: aecom.com Job Reference: J10163033 Business Line: Transportation Business Group: DCS Strategic Business Unit: ME and Africa Career Area: Engineering
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