Senior Water Engineer

Arup; Delhi; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident Fund

NPS option

Mediclaim cover (family)

Term Life and Accident Insurance

Profit Sharing scheme

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Senior Water Engineer to lead infrastructure planning and water resource projects across India and the UKIMEA region, specialising in flood risk, hydrology, hydraulics and sustainable water solutions.

You will deliver feasibility and detailed design, ensure regulatory compliance, and contribute to business development while coordinating across cross-border teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required.
• Master’s degree in Water Resources, Hydraulics, Environmental Engineering or related field required.
• 12+ years of experience in water resources and flood risk projects.
• Proficient in hydraulic modelling tools and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead infrastructure planning and water resource projects across India and UKIMEA.
• Provide technical input across feasibility studies, design and implementation.
• Manage projects and teams; mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Water Resources

Flood Risk

Stormwater

Hydraulic Modelling

Project Leadership

Education

Bachelors in Civil Engineering

Masters in Water Resources / Hydraulics / Environmental Engineering

Tools

InfoWorks ICM

SWMM

HEC-RAS

HEC-HMS

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Job description

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world. Arup is a UK-headquartered independent firm of designers, planners, engineers, consultants, and technical specialists offering a wide range of professional services. With 90 offices in 35 countries, their 19,000+ staff make a positive difference in the world through their work.

The Opportunity

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Water Engineer to lead infrastructure planning and water resource projects, with expertise in flood risk management, hydrology, hydraulics, river health, and sustainable water solutions. The role involves providing technical input across feasibility studies, concept and detailed design, and project implementation, while ensuring regulatory compliance and delivering innovative water management solutions. The candidate will collaborate with teams across India, the UK, Middle East, and Africa (UKIMEA), support regional project delivery, manage projects and people, and actively contribute to business development and growth opportunities within the water sector.

Is this role right for you?

• Bachelor’s in Civil Engineering and Master’s in Water Resources, Hydraulics, Environmental Engineering, or a related field, with 12+ years of experience
• Strong experience delivering water, flood risk, stormwater, and hydraulic modelling projects for government and private clients.
• Advanced proficiency in InfoWorks ICM, SWMM, HEC-RAS, and HEC-HMS, with experience integrating Civil 3D and AutoCAD outputs into hydraulic models.
• Expertise in flood risk assessments, watershed modelling, stormwater management, and environmental compliance.
• Proven ability to prepare technical reports, present to stakeholders, and provide technical leadership and mentoring.
• Experience in client management, business development, tender preparation, and leading multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of GIS and integration of modelling outputs with spatial platforms is desirable
• Experience in construction supervision of stormwater drainage infrastructure and strong commercial awareness is essential.

Reward And Benefits

We offer a competitive salary at all levels, and one of the best benefits packages in our sector. Core benefits include Provident Fund contribution, NPS option, Mediclaim cover (incl. family), Term Life and Accident Insurance, Employee Assistance Prog. scheme for the family to safeguard your physical and mental wellbeing. In addition, all permanent employees are eligible for the Global Profit Share scheme. Subject to scheme rules employees can receive two Profit Share payments per year, which are dependent on the firm’s financial performance.

Different people, shared values.

At Arup, we believe when talented people collaborate, great things are possible. Arup hires people with proven skills and open minds. We are taking deliberate action to create an inclusive culture that is grounded in our purpose to shape a better world.

At Arup, we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race, religion or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and any other protected characteristic. Our internal employee networks - BAME, Culture, Disability, LGBTQ+ and Women - provide a space for you to express your views and to make a positive difference - discover more about life at Arup here.

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