Electrical & Instrumentation Control Engineer (Water/Wastewater)

To design and review electrical power, instrumentation, and control systems for water supply, pumping stations, and wastewater treatment projects, ensuring compliance with KSA / UAE authority standards and international codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and review LV/MV electrical systems including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, VFDs, UPS, and generators.
• Prepare and review SLDs, load calculations, cable sizing, voltage drop, and short-circuit studies.
• Design and review earthing and lightning protection systems per IEC / IEEE / BS standards.
• Design and review instrumentation and control systems, including PLC, SCADA, RTU, and telemetry.
• Develop and review P&IDs, control philosophy, I/O lists, alarm and cause & effect matrices.
• Review contractor and vendor shop drawings, technical submittals, FAT/SAT procedures.
• Coordinate with process, mechanical, civil, and utility authorities.

Authority & Regional Experience

• Strong experience with KSA authorities (SEC, NWC, SWCC) and/or UAE authorities (DEWA, ADDC, AADC, Etihad Water & Electricity).
• Familiar with authority design guidelines, approval processes, and commissioning requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Instrumentation & Control Engineering.
• Min 5 to 10 years of experience in water & wastewater infrastructure projects in KSA / UAE.
• Proven experience in pump stations, WTP, WWTP, reservoirs, and transmission networks.

Technical Skills

• LV/MV systems, MCCs, VFDs, UPS, generators
• PLC/SCADA platforms (Siemens, Schneider, Rockwell, ABB)
• Instrumentation for flow, level, pressure, and water quality
• Standards: IEC, IEEE, BS, NFPA, ISA
• Tools: REVIT, AutoCAD, ETAP, PLC/SCADA software

Soft Skills

• Strong coordination and stakeholder management
• Ability to work on fast-track Middle East infrastructure projects
• Clear technical communication and problem-solving skills

About the Company

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.