Principal Engineer

Poutrix; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Poutrix is seeking a Principal Wastewater Modeller for our team in Navi Mumbai, India. You will lead the development of wastewater models and manage key project aspects while ensuring collaboration with the UK modelling team. Your role is pivotal in expanding our project portfolio through strategic interactions with clients.

Ideal candidates will have 11-14 years of experience in hydraulic modelling and relevant qualifications. The position also emphasizes teamwork and proactive problem-solving, essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 11-14 years of experience in relevant field.
• Advanced expertise in hydraulic modelling.
• Proficient in InfoWorks ICM.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of wastewater models.
• Manage technical reviews of wastewater models.
• Guide junior team members and foster collaboration.

Skills

Hydraulic modelling

Stakeholder management

InfoWorks ICM

GIS software

Report writing

Education

Masters in Water Resources Management/Environment/Civil Engineering

Tools

HADES knowledge

Job description

Role description

Our Arcadis – GEC (India) team is seeking a Principal Wastewater Modeller. In this position, you will lead the development of wastewater models, manage key project aspects, and work closely with the UK modelling team and the clients to build and expand Arcadis’s project portfolio through strategic client interactions. You will form the core of an expanding modelling team in GEC-India. Collaboration, proactive problem‑solving, and creative thinking are central to our team’s approach, and will be a fundamental part of your role.

Role accountabilities

• Deliver a range of wastewater infrastructure and non‑infrastructure modelling projects, effectively managing tasks of various scales.
• Conduct technical reviews of wastewater models, oversee model build and verification of sewer networks, oversee survey planning and management, develop strategic solutions as per clients’ requirements.
• Provide support to designers at concept outline and detailed design stages.
• Review and enhance technical reports and presentations to uphold high‑quality standards.
• Resolve technical modelling challenges on projects and contribute to advancing the team's technical expertise.
• Ensure project components, including reports, drawings, specifications, and studies, comply with relevant standards and project requirements.
• Collaborate closely with clients, providing clear explanations and ensuring they understand model outputs and processes.
• Support and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Assist with preparation of bids including narratives, cost estimates and programmes.
• Coordinate project elements, managing resource allocation, quality assurance, subcontractor interactions, and client feedback.
• Work alongside specialists from other engineering and environmental disciplines to ensure project integrity.
• Liaise effectively with the Project Director or Manager and the client to support project progress.
• Foster a collaborative work environment by actively supporting the professional development of both yourself and your team, guiding junior members to reach their full potential.

Qualifications & Experience

• Have 11-14 years of experience Masters in Water Resources Management/Environment/Civil Engineering or equivalent.
• Advanced expertise in hydraulic modelling for a range of wastewater infrastructure and non‑infrastructure projects.
• Skilled in team and stakeholder coordination and management.
• Proficient in InfoWorks ICM.
• HADES knowledge would be advantageous.
• Competent in using relevant GIS software packages.
• Chartered member of a relevant professional institution (e.g., ICE or CIWEM).
• Proven experience in model quality assurance procedures.
• Strong report‑writing skills.
• Advanced abilities in spreadsheet‑based data analysis.
• Coding/automation experience desirable.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer; women, minorities, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis including race, caste, creed, colour, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity.