Infrastructure Lead – Wet & Dry Utilities Engineer – King Salman International Airport

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.Your impactThe vision for the King Salman International Airport (KSIA) in Riyadh is truly a first of a kind sustainable airport and airport city development. The expansion anticipates accommodating up to 120 million passengers annually through 2030, quadrupling the current capacity of 30 million. The airport is expected to become one of the world’s busiest international hubs, accommodating 185 million passengers and up to 3.5 million tons of cargo annually by 2050.The airport and airport city development are looking to set a global benchmark for aviation experience.With sustainability at its core, the new airport will achieve LEED Platinum certification by incorporating cutting edge green initiatives into its design and will be powered by renewable energy.We are excited to announce a career opportunity as an Infrastructure Wet & Dry Utilities Engineer within KSA in the Middle East. The role is predominantly design based; your role will focus on advanced planning, hydraulic modelling, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and project specifications. Key responsibilities include certifying as-built documentation, approving design modifications, and managing seamless interface between design and construction. Additionally, you will participate in occasional site visits to assess existing airport conditions and collect essential data for project planning.The following headings outline the key responsibilities for this roleRegulatory Compliance and CertificationServe as the Engineer of Record (EOR), registered/certified with the relevant local authority.Review and certify as-built documentation, ensuring alignment with approved design specifications.Issue Design Construction Compliance Certificates in accordance with regulatory requirements.Design and Engineering ExpertiseDesign service structures such as storage tanks, storm water channels, lift stations, pondsPrepare and review technical documents, specifications and calculations.Conduct thorough reviews of shop drawings for compliancePlan, design and integrate wet utility systems, including water supply, wastewater, stormwater, firefighting, irrigation.Conduct wet utilities design using specialized software such as AutoCAD and Civil 3D.Lead design reviews and confirm compliance with regulatory requirements and project specifications. In-depth understanding of relevant KSA authority guidelines.Review and approve design modifications necessitated by site-specific conditions.Project and Information ManagementManage and deliver assigned projects and tasks within budget, ensuring timely and quality outcomes.Support the development of technical approaches, scope definitions, and fee proposals.Use the CDE appropriately to manage the production of BIM Models and Drawings in compliance with Project and/or Jacobs BIM Standards.Coordinate multi-discipline models and facilitate effective interface management between design and construction teams to prevent misalignments and ensure buildability. Carry out all necessary design and interface management activities to ensure correct integration between the design and construction packages and to avoid any gaps, misalignment, or buildability issuesInnovation & Continuous ImprovementPromote AI and Digitization within Wet Utilities EngineeringKeep up to date with the latest trends and implement new digital tools for efficiencyHere's what you'll needMust have a Civil/Mechanical Engineering Degree Must have at least 15 years of experienceMust have at least 7-8 years of relevant civil infrastructure and airport project experience.Must have project experience in the Middle EastMust have experience in design of wet utility systems such as water distribution, sewage collection, fire water network, drainage network.Willingness to travelProficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software, experience in coordinated 3D modeling of utility systems using Civil 3D and other wet utilities design software.Thorough understanding of hydraulic modeling to inform design decisions and system performance, design plans and utilities profile, catch basin sizing/spacing, manhole sizing/spacing, hydrant spacing.Desirable Skills And Experience (Preferred But Not Mandatory)Experience in construction monitoring to confirm compliance with approved design documents and drawings.Jacobs. 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Start your Jacobs career with a company that inspires and empowers you to deliver your best work so you can evolve, grow and succeed - today and into tomorrow.From our inclusive employee networks to our positive mental health champions – we’re committed to driving a culture of caring where you can be you. Joining Jacobs not only connects you locally but globally - and together, our diverse perspectives and unique backgrounds power our collective strength. We collaborate and share! By supporting one another, we all succeed.With safety and flexibility always top of mind, we’ve gone beyond traditional ways of working so you have the support, means and space to maximize your potential. You’ll uncover flexible working arrangements, benefits and opportunities to do good too – from participating in our global giving and volunteering program, to exploring new and inventive ways to help our clients make the world a better place.No matter what drives you, you’ll discover how you can cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.Your application experience is important to us, and we’re keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support.