Job Description

Job Title: Lead Instrumentation, Control & Automation (ICA) Engineer - Sewerage Systems
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Reports to: Head of Engineering / Project Director
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced and visionary Lead ICA Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. You will play a pivotal role in leading the design, specification, and implementation of cutting-edge instrumentation, control, and automation systems for critical, large-scale sewerage infrastructure projects. This position requires a strategic leader who can ensure the highest standards of technical excellence, reliability, and innovation in complex wastewater networks.
Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Design:
• Lead the end-to-end ICA design for major sewerage collection systems, pumping stations, and related wastewater infrastructure.
• Develop detailed technical specifications, datasheets, P&IDs, control philosophies, functional design specifications (FDS), and network architecture drawings.
• Design and specify instruments (flow, level, pressure, quality analyzers), PLC/SCADA systems, RTUs, communication networks (fiber optic, radio, industrial Ethernet), and control panels.
• Ensure all designs comply with Abu Dhabi and international standards (e.g., ADWEA, ISO, IEC, IEEE) and project-specific requirements.
• Project Management & Oversight:
• Serve as the ICA discipline lead on large-scale projects, managing budgets, schedules, and resources.
• Oversee the entire project lifecycle from conceptual and detailed design through to FAT, SAT, commissioning, and final handover.
• Ensure all ICA deliverables are of the highest quality, on time, and within budget.
• Team Collaboration & Stakeholder Management:
• Act as the primary technical authority for ICA, collaborating seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams (civil, mechanical, electrical, process engineers).
• Interface with clients, consultants, contractors, and vendors to clarify requirements, resolve technical issues, and ensure project objectives are met.
• Lead design reviews, HAZOP studies, and risk assessment workshops.
• System Integration & Compliance:
• Develop and implement robust SCADA and control strategies for remote monitoring and efficient operation of sewerage networks.
• Ensure cyber-security best practices are integrated into all control and communication systems.
• Oversee system integration, testing, and validation to guarantee performance and reliability.
• Documentation & Quality Assurance:
• Prepare, review, and approve all technical documentation, including reports, drawings, manuals, and as-built records.
• Maintain rigorous verification and validation protocols throughout the project.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers within the ICA team.

Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Control Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, Electrical Engineering (with ICA specialization), or a directly related field.
• Professional Certification: Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional qualification (e.g., IET, IEEE, ISA).
• Experience:
• A minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in the design, engineering, and implementation of ICA systems.
• Must have at least 5 years of recent, demonstrable experience specifically leading the ICA design for large-scale sewerage or water/wastewater projects in the UAE or Gulf region, working under similar constraints and standards.
• Proven track record in handling the full project cycle for multi-million dollar infrastructure projects.

Essential Skills & Competencies

• Expert Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in ICA hardware, software, SCADA platforms (e.g., Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell), industrial networks, and telemetry systems for water/wastewater applications.
• Standards & Regulations: In-depth knowledge of ADWEA, DEWA, or similar utility standards, as well as IEC 61131, ISA, and cybersecurity standards (e.g., IEC 62443).
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead engineering teams, manage complex projects, and make critical technical decisions.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on innovative and practical solutions.
• Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear technical documentation and present to stakeholders at all levels.

What We Offer

• Salary: A highly competitive, tax-free salary commensurate with your experience and qualifications.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including housing allowance, transportation allowance, annual flight tickets, medical insurance, and end-of-service benefits.
• Career Growth: Opportunity to work on landmark projects and advance your career within a leading engineering firm.
• Environment: A collaborative, professional, and challenging work environment at the forefront of infrastructure development.

Skills Required