Senior Wet Utilities Field Engineer

About KEO International Consultants

KEO International Consultants is an integrated AEP/PMCM firm recognized for its contributions to planning, design, and project delivery in built and natural environments. With over 60 years of experience, KEO has been involved in significant projects globally. The firm is ranked among the Top 225 International Design Firms and Top 20 International PM/CM Firms by ENR, and as the 51st largest global architecture firm and #1 in the Middle East Region by World Architecture in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

The Opportunity: Senior Wet Utilities Field Engineer

KEO International Consultants is seeking a Senior Wet Utilities Field Engineer to join its Infrastructure team in Riyadh, KSA. This full-time role involves developing hydraulic designs for various projects across different design stages. The position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar capacity.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review hydraulic network designs for potable water, irrigation, firefighting, sanitary, storm water, and flood systems, adhering to project scope and candidate specialization.
• Develop and review design hydraulic models for various hydraulic networks.
• Ensure all calculations comply with Authority Standards and Codes of Practice relevant to the project location and requirements.
• Provide day-to-day coaching and coordination to junior staff within the discipline.
• Coordinate with and provide technical guidance to CAD Technicians / BIM Technicians for drawing and model production.
• Prepare and review technical reports, design drawings, and other project deliverables.
• Lead the discipline's team.
• Monitor the technical quality of projects to ensure adherence to the highest technical quality and engineering practice standards for client deliverables.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to achieve fully integrated designs.
• Liaise with Client and Authority representatives to secure necessary design approvals.
• Provide discipline-specific input for technical proposals submitted to external parties.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar position.
• Proven experience in the design of hydraulic infrastructures.
• Experience with hydraulic design software such as EPANET, SWMM, or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD and MS Office.
• Knowledge of BIM and AutoCAD Civil 3D is an advantage.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Membership of a professional institution is desirable.

Work Environment

This role is based in Riyadh, KSA, and is a full-time position within the Infrastructure team. KEO fosters a supportive environment for professional development, offering internal global mobility and career advancement opportunities. The company also promotes health and well-being through on-demand counseling services and regular workplace clinics, alongside community events.