Principal Engineer - Wet Utilities

WSP; Dadri; On-site; INR 8,612,000 - 13,397,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consulting firm is seeking a Principal Engineer – Water/Wet Utilities to contribute to water sector infrastructure projects in Dadri, India. The candidate will lead design tasks, perform hydraulic modelling, and mentor junior engineers. A minimum of 12 years of experience in consulting, particularly with wet utilities, is essential. The role also requires strong communication skills and flexibility for potential projects in the Middle East or UK. A B.Eng in Civil or Environmental Engineering is required.

Qualifications

• 12-15 years of experience in consulting for wet utilities designs.
• Strong expertise in water sector asset design including pumping stations.
• Experience with GCC standards and design codes.
• Proficient Excel modelling and general computer literacy.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Willingness to work across the Middle East or UK.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced wet utility design tasks and ensure quality control.
• Perform hydraulic modelling and wet utility calculations.
• Mentor junior and senior engineers in design development.
• Mentor junior and senior engineers.
• Provide regular technical input and status updates.
• Ensure timesheets and health & safety compliance.

Skills

WaterGEMS

SewerGEMS

StormCAD

1D/2D hydraulic modelling

Technical documentation

English communication skills

Civil 3D

BIM workflows

Excel modelling

Education

B.Eng (Civil or Environmental Engineering)

Tools

Civil 3D

BIM workflows

Job description

This role is to work as part of a team to support the delivery of projects. The Principal Engineer – Water/Wet Utilities will work under the supervision of an Associate, contributing advanced technical expertise and mentoring to ensure successful delivery of water sector infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities for Internal Candidates

• Contribute to the growth of the utilities infrastructure design team delivering water sector assets including pumping stations, sewerage and stormwater networks (gravity and pumped), storage reservoirs, and treatment works (potable water or wastewater).
• Lead and perform advanced wet utility design tasks, ensuring designs and drawings are checked and reviewed to the required standards and quality.
• Undertake and oversee 1D and 2D hydraulic modelling and wet utility calculations using industry-standard software.
• Ensure clear understanding of project scope and deliverables, supporting Associates in managing project delivery to meet deadlines and prescribed quality standards.
• Provide regular technical input and status updates, highlighting project progress, risks, issues, or changes to the line manager/Associate.
• Attend and contribute to team and project meetings, supporting collaboration and maintaining positive team morale.
• Coordinate with all other design team members and direct CAD Technicians concerning requirements and timelines, ensuring alignment with modelling outputs.
• Mentor and guide junior and senior engineers in design development, modelling, and report preparation.
• Stay updated with relevant technical developments within the discipline.
• Ensure weekly submission of timesheets and embed Health & Safety into all work practices in line with company policies.
• Support the company’s approach to sustainability and identify improvements to enhance WSP ME’s service to clients.

Mandatory skills

• 12–15 years of experience in a consulting firm, delivering designs and calculations of wet utilities including pumping stations, sewerage and stormwater networks (gravity and pumped), storage reservoirs, treatment works (potable water or wastewater), and treated sewage effluent.
• Strong expertise in WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, StormCAD, and experience with 1D/2D hydraulic modelling tools.
• Awareness of GCC standards and manuals, with ability to apply international and regional design codes.
• Computer literate, with proficiency in modelling software and supporting calculations using Excel or equivalent tools.
• Strong English communication skills (written and verbal) for technical documentation and client interaction.
• Flexibility to work on projects across the Middle East or UK, as dictated by project requirements.
• Key competencies expected are :
• Technical Capability & Delivery
• Adaptability & Learning

Desired Skills

• Preference for candidates with experience in complementary infrastructure fields such as roads and highways, water networks, pumping stations, and water treatment works.
• Previous project experience in GCC countries, including coordination with local government agencies for design approvals (NOCs).
• Familiarity with Civil 3D and BIM workflows to support design integration and visualization.

Qualifications for Internal Candidates

• At least B.Eng (Civil or Environmental Engineering) with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.