Instrumentation, Controls and Automation Lead
Atkinsréalis
Lead ICA design, coordination and delivery for water and wastewater infrastructure projects in Dubai
8 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Onsite
Company Size
40,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architectural Design and Engineering
Civil Design and Engineering
Structural Design and Engineering
Electrical Design and Engineering
Mechanical Design and Engineering
Transportation planning
Highways and bridges
Railroads and transit
Sector Specialisms
Water
Environment
Education
Aerospace
Security
Defence
Communications
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
risk identification
cost estimation
mechanical design
water infrastructure
design review
technical leadership
- Support project managers with technical input, risk identification, cost estimation, and program management.
- Oversee and review work from internal teams and sub-consultants to ensure quality, accuracy, and compliance.
- Attend and lead client meetings, site visits, and technical reviews.
- Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.
- 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.
- Develop ICA designs, specifications, and reports in accordance with project requirements and international standards.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including civil, mechanical, electrical, and process engineers to deliver integrated solutions.
- 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.
What you bring
chartered engineer
15 years
autocad
revit
instrumentation
leadership
- Professional Certification is required – Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) with a related institution.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in ICA design and supervision, with a strong focus on major water/wastewater infrastructure.
- Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant modeling tools.
- (UAE/GCC experience preferred).
- Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Controls and Automation or related; Master’s degree is preferred.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and client-facing skills.
- Proven experience in leading mechanical works on major water utility projects in the region
- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.
- Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.
- Familiarity with relevant design codes and standards (e.g., ASHRAE, AWWA, API, BS/EN standards).
- Annual flight contribution.
- Generous annual leave balance.
- Discretionary bonus program.
- Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents.
- Relocation assistance.
- Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting.
- Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
- Company gratuity scheme.
- Tax-free salary.
- Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations.
- Flexible/hybrid work solutions.
- Remote work opportunities outside of country.
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Company
Overview
C$12.5B
Backlog
Record backlog amid surging demand.
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- Safety: We put safety at the heart of everything we do, to safeguard people, assets and the environment.
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- Excellence: We are proud to do our best, achieve high standards, creating environments where all can thrive.
Net-zero by 2030
Emissions Goal
Achieved a net-zero target for operational emissions by 2030, marking a significant milestone in sustainability efforts.
87% reduction
Emissions Drop
Reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by ~87% compared to a 2019 baseline through strategic measures like divestment and fleet electrification.
62 score
Carbon Performance
Achieved a DitchCarbon score of 62, significantly higher than the industry average of 20, ranking in the top 1% globally.
Over 50%
Sustainable Revenue
More than half of 2022 revenue came from sustainable projects, including clean energy, water sanitation, and mass transit initiatives.
- Achieved PAS 2080:2023 certification for whole‑life carbon management in infrastructure.
- 2022 emissions breakdown: Scope 1 (6,845 tCO₂e), Scope 2 (4,251 tCO₂e), Scope 3 (33,381 tCO₂e); Scope 1‒2 intensity at 0.3 tCO₂e/FTE.
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