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Instrumentation, Controls and Automation Lead

Atkinsréalis

The Role

Overview

Lead ICA design and delivery for water infrastructure projects in Dubai

Key Responsibilities

  • mechanical design
  • design development
  • cost estimation
  • team collaboration
  • client meetings
  • quality review

Tasks

-Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver integrated solutions. -Attend and lead client meetings, site visits, and technical reviews. -Support project managers with technical input, risk identification, cost estimation, and program management. -Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect. -Develop ICA designs, specifications, and reports in accordance with project requirements and international standards. -Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to junior mechanical engineers. -Ensure that health and safety, sustainability, and quality standards are adhered to across all project stages. -Act as the Independent Engineer and trusted advisor for high-value water infrastructure Lead and manage mechanical engineering design for water-related projects including pumping stations, water treatment plants, desalination facilities, and pipeline systems. -Oversee and review work from internal teams and sub-consultants to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.

Requirements

  • professional engineer
  • chartered engineer
  • autocad
  • revit
  • water infrastructure
  • leadership

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls and Automation or related; Master’s degree is preferred. -Professional Certification is required – Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a related institution. -Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented. -Minimum 15 years of experience in ICA design and supervision, with a strong focus on major water/wastewater infrastructure. -Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, AWWA, API, BS/EN standards). -Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills. -Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice. -Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant modeling tools. -Proven experience in leading mechanical works on major water utility projects in the region -(UAE/GCC experience preferred).

Benefits

-Company gratuity scheme. -Comprehensive life insurance coverage. -Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting. -Generous annual leave balance. -Annual flight contribution. -Discretionary bonus program. -Tax-free salary. -Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations. -Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents. -Remote work opportunities outside of country. -Flexible/hybrid work solutions. -Relocation assistance.

The Company

About Atkinsréalis

-Its tech‑forward Richland Technology Center supports robotics, digital and net‑zero innovation in energy and cleanup. -A nuclear engineering pioneer, it’s the owner’s engineer for U.S. small modular reactor projects and refurbishments. -A trusted tolls and highway consultant, it supports major state DOTs.

Sector Specialisms

Water

Environment

Education

Aerospace

Security

Defence

Communications

Infrastructure

Transportation

Buildings

Nuclear

Energy