Dam Design Expert (International Expert)

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Delhi; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Jurong is seeking a Dam Design Expert (International Expert) to provide technical leadership in planning, design, review, and optimization of dam and water resources projects. The role emphasizes structural and hydraulic design, compliance with international standards, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates will have 15+ years of experience in dam engineering, familiarity with appurtenant structures, and a track record on large dam projects, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in planning, design, and engineering of dams and associated hydraulic structures.
• Proven experience in the design of concrete, earthfill, rockfill, or composite dams and appurtenant structures.
• Familiarity with international dam design standards, codes and safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, engineering design, and technical review of new dam projects and rehabilitation.
• Prepare and review conceptual, preliminary, and detailed designs for dam infrastructure.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure project delivery and safety compliance.

Skills

Dam design

Hydraulic design

Structural design

Review and evaluation

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Postgraduate Degree in Structural/Water Resources/Hydraulic Engineering

Job description

Dam Design Expert (International Expert) Experience

Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in planning, design, and engineering of dams and associated hydraulic structures. Job Summary We are seeking an experienced Dam Design Expert (International Expert) to provide technical leadership in the planning, design, review, and optimization of dam and water resources infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will possess extensive expertise in structural and hydraulic design of dams and appurtenant structures, ensuring compliance with international engineering standards, safety requirements, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, engineering design, and technical review of new dam projects and rehabilitation of existing dams. Prepare and review conceptual, preliminary, and detailed engineering designs for dams and associated appurtenant structures. Develop and review hydraulic, structural, and geotechnical design parameters for dam infrastructure. Ensure compliance with applicable national and international design codes, engineering standards, and dam safety guidelines. Review design calculations, technical drawings, specifications, and engineering reports prepared by consultants and contractors. Provide technical guidance on spillways, intake structures, outlet works, energy dissipation structures, diversion systems, and other appurtenant works. Evaluate design alternatives to optimize safety, constructability, cost-effectiveness, and long-term performance. Support multidisciplinary teams during design review, construction planning, and implementation phases. Identify engineering risks and recommend mitigation measures to enhance dam safety and structural integrity. Prepare technical reports, design review comments, recommendations, and project documentation. Coordinate with government agencies, consultants, contractors, and project stakeholders to facilitate successful project delivery. Contribute to technical capacity building, knowledge-sharing initiatives, and preparation of engineering guidelines and manuals.

Educational Qualification

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university.
• Postgraduate Degree (Master's or higher) in Structural Engineering, Water Resources Engineering, Hydraulic Engineering, or a related discipline.

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in planning, design, and engineering of dams and associated hydraulic structures. Proven experience in the structural and hydraulic design of concrete, earthfill, rockfill, or composite dams. Demonstrated experience in the design of appurtenant structures such as spillways, outlet works, intake structures, diversion tunnels, and energy dissipation systems. Experience in the planning, design review, and engineering evaluation of large dam projects. Proven involvement in at least five (5) large dam projects. Strong knowledge of international dam engineering standards, design methodologies, and dam safety principles. Proficiency in engineering analysis, design software, and preparation of technical specifications and design documentation. Excellent analytical, technical report writing, communication, and stakeholder coordination skills.

Preferred Criteria

• Experience working on internationally funded dam or water resources infrastructure projects. Familiarity with international standards and guidelines such as ICOLD, USACE, FEMA, or other recognized dam engineering practices. Experience in dam rehabilitation, safety assessments, and design optimization will be an added advantage. Membership in recognized professional engineering institutions or international dam engineering organizations is desirable.

At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world! SMEC is a global engineering, management and development consultancy delivering innovative solutions for our clients and partners. Leveraging our 70-year history of delivering nation-building infrastructure, we provide technical expertise and advanced engineering services to resolve complex challenges across major infrastructure and energy projects. SMEC has a long and proud history which dates back to Australia’s iconic Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric Scheme in 1949, one of the largest and most complex hydroelectric schemes in the world. Headquartered in Australia, we have offices across more than 35 countries in Oceania, Southeast Asia, South Asia, Africa and the Americas. Together with our clients and partners, we deliver projects that directly contribute to improving health, quality of life and development outcomes for communities and neighborhoods around the world. Driven by innovation, ingenuity and skill, our people have shaped these outcomes in some of the world’s most remote and challenging environments. Since 2016, SMEC has been a member of the Surbana Jurong Group, an Asia-based global powerhouse of over 16,000 employees. Through our network of global specialists and by collaborating with local partners, we connect clients with the best teams and capabilities to deliver sustainable solutions.