Wet Utilities Design Engineer
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Wet Utilities Design Engineer
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Parsons, Abu Dhabi
Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Wet Utility Design Engineer to join our team! In this role you will work within a multidisciplinary consultancy team to deliver the planning and detailed design of wet utility networks for infrastructure and land development projects in Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE. The role focuses on design and authority approvals rather than site execution, covering potable water, fire-fighting, irrigation, foul sewer, and stormwater systems in line with Abu Dhabi authority standards.
What You’ll Be Doing
Design wet utility systems, including potable water networks, irrigation, fire-fighting networks, sewerage and stormwater systems, manholes, chambers, appurtenances, pumping stations, wet wells, and storage/tank facilities.
Prepare detailed engineering drawings, layouts, and schematics using CAD software.
Develop hydraulic models to analyze and optimize system performance.
Conduct feasibility studies and site assessments to determine project requirements.
Perform calculations for pipe sizing, flow rates, pressure losses, and system capacities.
Evaluate environmental and topographical data to ensure proper system integration.
Prepare technical reports, design specifications, and bill of quantities (BOQ).
Ensure all designs comply with local regulations, codes, and standards.
Work closely with architects, urban planners, and other engineering disciplines to integrate wet utility systems into broader infrastructure projects.
Identify and resolve design challenges or site-specific issues during the design and construction phases.
Provide technical support during construction, including reviewing shop drawings and responding to RFIs (Requests for Information).
Follow company QA/QC procedures, design checklists, and document control protocols.
Assist senior engineers in defining design scope, project submission.
Contribute to risk assessments and design decisions with a focus on safety, operability, and maintainability.
What Required Skills You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in an engineering consultancy environment, with a focus on wet utilities/infrastructure design.
- Proven experience with UAE/GCC projects; direct Abu Dhabi authority experience is highly preferred.
- Membership or progress toward membership in a professional institution (e.g., ICE, CIWEM, ASCEICE, CIWEM, ASCE) is an advantage.
- Proficiency in: Hydraulic modeling: WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWorks, EPANET, WaterGEMS. CAD/BIM: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Infrawizard. Office tools: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint for calculations and reporting
- Hydraulic modeling: WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWorks, EPANET, WaterGEMS.
- CAD/BIM: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Infrawizard.
- Office tools: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint for calculations and reporting
What Desired Skills You'll Bring
- Master’s degree in Water Resources, Hydraulics, or Environmental Engineering is an advantage.
- Abu Dhabi Utility Infrastructure Design Manuals and authority submission procedures.
- International standards such as AWWA, BS/EN, ISOAWWA, BS/EN, ISO for water and wastewater systems.
- Design of both gravity and pressurized systems.
- Prior experience in UAE or GCC market/projects.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- A collegiate, team-player attitude.
- Team player with good communication skills.
- Good design coordination skills with other disciplines
- We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
- Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .
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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Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related discipline.
- Minimum 4 years of experience in an engineering consultancy environment, with a focus on wet utilities/infrastructure design.
- Proven experience with UAE/GCC projects; direct Abu Dhabi authority experience is highly preferred.
- Membership or progress toward membership in a professional institution (e.g., ICE, CIWEM, ASCEICE, CIWEM, ASCE) is an advantage.
- Proficiency in: Hydraulic modeling: WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWorks, EPANET, WaterGEMS. CAD/BIM: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Infrawizard. Office tools: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint for calculations and reporting
- Hydraulic modeling: WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, InfoWorks, EPANET, WaterGEMS.
- CAD/BIM: AutoCAD, Civil 3D, AutoCAD, Civil 3D, Infrawizard.
- Office tools: MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint for calculations and reporting
- Master’s degree in Water Resources, Hydraulics, or Environmental Engineering is an advantage.
- Abu Dhabi Utility Infrastructure Design Manuals and authority submission procedures.
- International standards such as AWWA, BS/EN, ISOAWWA, BS/EN, ISO for water and wastewater systems.
- Design of both gravity and pressurized systems.
- Prior experience in UAE or GCC market/projects.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- A collegiate, team-player attitude.
- Team player with good communication skills.
- Good design coordination skills with other disciplines
- We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!
- Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/ .
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