Engineering Manager, Water

• Full-time
• Department: Services

Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Job Summary:

Responsible for overseeing all technical aspects of water and wastewater treatment projects from tendering/proposal development through to detailed engineering design and support during site execution. The role involves managing a team of engineers coordinating with clients, consultants, and vendors and ensuring project deliverables meet technical standards and timelines. This position demands strong technical expertise, leadership, and project management skills with a solid foundation in process engineering and detailed engineering for water and wastewater treatment systems. Experience in EPC projects shall be considered an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review and interpret project specifications/tender documents, drawings, and requirements to prepare comprehensive Techno-commercial bids along with cost estimation for water and wastewater treatment projects including EPC projects in coordination with the EPC Proposal Team.
• Develop preliminary process designs and perform basic calculations at the tendering stage.
• Collaborate with the sales and business development team to understand client needs and align proposal strategy and present technical proposals to clients addressing queries and modifications as needed.
• Lead the development of process design, including PFD, P&ID, run projections, mass and energy balance, and equipment sizing for water and wastewater treatment systems (e.g., desalination, BWRO, ultrafiltration, STP, ETP, Dialysis RO, etc.).
• Ensure detailed engineering documents such as drawings, specifications, and material submittals meet client requirements, industry standards, and regulatory guidelines.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, civil, and instrumentation engineers to ensure cohesive and integrated project designs.
• Oversee the project execution phase ensuring projects are implemented according to the design, schedule, and quality standards.
• Support site teams by resolving technical queries, troubleshooting process-related issues, and ensuring design modifications are effectively communicated.
• Perform site visits for project assessments, installation verifications, and quality inspections.
• Liaise with subcontractors, vendors, and other third parties to ensure timely and accurate completion of project deliverables.
• Provide on-site technical guidance for process start-up, commissioning, and performance testing.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols for all engineering activities.
• Develop documentation such as operation & maintenance manuals and process control documentation.
• Serve as the main point of contact for technical inquiries from clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering or relevant field. Relevant experience in Water & Wastewater Technology sector.
• Minimum of 10 years' experience with the majority spent working in refining, petrochemicals, or oil & gas industries.
• Relevant software knowledge for Engineering SOW for Water & Wastewater.
• Must have a solid understanding of water treatment technologies and water chemistry as it pertains to industrial wastewater and process water treatment.
• Experience in suspended and dissolved solid removal (softening, filtration, ion exchange, reverse osmosis, and evaporation) and disinfection (chlorination and ozonation).

Skills:

• Must have client-facing skills.
• Strong written and oral communication (English) skills.
• Strong understanding of process engineering fundamentals.
• Must be able to prioritize workload to meet deadlines across multiple projects.
• Must be able to coordinate with team members in other offices.