Water Treatment Plant Engineer

Confidential Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Water Treatment Plant Engineer to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of water treatment systems. In this role, you will design and optimize processes, conduct technical assessments, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Your expertise will be crucial in analyzing water quality data and leading project planning efforts. If you have a passion for environmental engineering and a proactive approach to problem-solving, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in water/wastewater treatment engineering.
• Strong knowledge of water treatment technologies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize water treatment processes for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.

Skills

Water Treatment Processes

Problem-Solving

Technical Assessments

Water Quality Analysis

Communication Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s in Environmental Engineering

Master’s in Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

WaterCAD

SCADA Systems

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Water Treatment Plant Engineer to design, monitor, and optimize the operation of water and wastewater treatment systems. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge in water treatment processes, a proactive approach to problem-solving, and the ability to ensure plant efficiency, compliance, and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize water treatment processes including filtration, chemical dosing, clarification, and disinfection.
• Provide engineering support for the operation and maintenance of the water treatment plant.
• Conduct technical assessments, prepare specifications, and review engineering drawings and P&IDs.
• Ensure all systems comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Coordinate with operations staff to resolve technical issues and optimize performance.
• Analyze water quality data and recommend process adjustments to maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead or support CAPEX and OPEX project planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Manage vendor and contractor performance related to equipment installation and plant upgrades.
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and maintenance manuals.
• Monitor energy and chemical usage and recommend efficiency improvements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental, Civil, Chemical, or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in water or wastewater treatment engineering (experience level can be adjusted).
• Strong knowledge of water treatment technologies, hydraulics, and chemical processes.
• Familiarity with applicable standards and regulations (e.g., EPA, WHO, local environmental authorities).
• Experience with SCADA systems and plant automation is a plus.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as AutoCAD, WaterCAD, or similar.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and project management skills.

Preferred Certifications (Optional):

• PMP, Six Sigma, or equivalent project/process improvement certification.
• Safety training certifications (e.g., OSHA, HAZMAT).

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