Senior Drainage Engineer (Design)​

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Dubai
R157754
Engineering
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Job Description:

Senior Drainage Engineer (Design)​

Dubai, UAE

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Senior Drainage Engineer (Design) to join our team! In this role you will get to complete a wide variety of difficult engineering assignments, applying engineering techniques and analyses within one discipline. You will apply advanced engineering techniques and analyses which may involve CAE (computer aided engineering)/CAD (computer aided design) applications. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Civil and Transport infrastructure drainage design.

  • Detailed analysis and review of hydrological and hydraulic models.

  • Provide technical design expertise for drainage and stormwater quality systems, including piped networks and major transverse drainage structures. Embrace and promote a leading digital work environment and delivery culture.

  • Hydraulic and System design of the complex environment to meet site-specific requirements.

  • Applying knowledge and experience of the biological and physical process of stormwater management.

  • Applying innovative ideas, technology, and value engineering solutions.

  • Supervision/Mentoring and support to intermediate and junior engineers.

  • Undertake hydrologic modeling, calculations, drawings, report writing, design review, and supervision.

  • Leading the projects, taking a high level of responsibility, building a strong relationship with clients, and obtaining design approvals.

  • Coordinating with the CAD / BIM / 3-D modeling teams on projects.

What Required Skills You’ll Bring:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil, Hydraulic and/or Environmental Engineering discipline.

  • Master's Degree in Water Engineering/Hydrology would be an advantage
  • Minimum 12 years experience in water engineering, including stormwater drainage design in civil and transport projects, stormwater management, and planning.

  • Minimum 6 years of UAE/ GCC experience is essential and familiar with the Dubai Municipality design standards.

  • Sound knowledge of principles of hydrology and hydraulics.

  • Demonstrated understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic modeling/design software packages used in the design of surface drainage, piped networks, cross drainage, and flood analysis, i.e., CAD skills, SWMM, HEC RAS, and HEC-HMS knowledge.

  • Experience with Infoworks ICM, 1D/2D is compulsory.

  • Excellent command with GIS and CAD tools such as ArcMap, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microstation.

  • The capability of mathematics to create calculation sheets and perform further calculations where required to ensure the design is appropriate.

  • Knowledge of Water Sensitive Design and Sustainable Drainage Design (SuDS).

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Excellent organizational skills.

  • A collegiate, team-player attitude.

  • Chartered Engineer (CEng) qualified (or equivalent) or well-progressed towards qualification.

  • Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team and encourage collaboration.

  • Ability to handle multiple projects and deliver results within the project timeline.

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Not Applicable/None

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace. Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran.

COMPETITIVE BENEFIT OFFERINGS

Financial Wellness

We care about your financial wellbeing. Parsons offers competitive pay and retirement plans to help you build wealth for the future while giving you the flexibility to diversify your investments.

Work Life Harmony

Balance in life is important and time away from the office is imperative to allow you to refresh and focus your attention on the things that matter to you. Parsons supports your time away by providing paid time off and paid flexible holidays.

Career Development

We are committed to fostering the personal and professional growth of our employees. Develop and advance yourself though our comprehensive training, educational and mentorship programs.

Veteran Support

We provide Industry leading benefits to support veterans and active-duty members to provide security for you and your family by offering robust leave and benefits; including paid active-duty military leave and paid time off when transitioning back to civilian life.

Mind & Body

At Parsons we inspire healthier habits, heathier minds, and a healthier you through our wellness program. Participate in our weekly Meditation Mondays and Wellness Wednesdays. Wellness, at Parsons, is more than just your annual checkup.

Health

Health is not a one size fits all. At Parsons, we offer a robust Employee Assistance Program as well as comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans through large, national carriers with the choice of regional PPO, HDHP, or HMO networks.

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