Head of Design & Engineering

Job responsibilities Design & Engineering head.

Project management

• Lead the engineering process from proposal and design through to construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Develop project scopes, timelines, budgets, and resource plans, ensuring all projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Prepare and review engineering deliverables, including technical reports, designs, and process calculations.
• Serve as the main technical point of contact for clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.

Team leadership and management

• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of engineers and technical staff.
• Assign tasks, set priorities, and monitor performance to ensure the team meets its goals.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for team members.

Technical oversight

• Provide technical direction for complex water and wastewater treatment projects, including system design, optimization, and technology selection.
• Lead technical analyses, feasibility studies, and process optimization efforts.
• Ensure that all engineering work complies with relevant codes, standards, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct technical reviews and risk assessments throughout the project lifecycle.

Operational excellence

• Implement and maintain standardized engineering procedures and protocols to enhance quality and efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to ensure new facilities and upgrades are integrated smoothly and operate reliably.
• Provide engineering support for facility start-ups, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices in water treatment.

Essential qualifications and skills

• Educational background

  : A bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Environmental or Chemical Engineering field is required. Master's degree in relevant field is advantage.

• Technical expertise

  : In-depth knowledge of water and wastewater treatment processes, technologies (e.g., UF,RO, filtration, MBR,MBBR, ZLD etc), and hydraulic modelling.

• Management experience

  : Proven experience in managing engineering teams and large-scale projects, including budget, schedule, and resource management.

• Communication skills

  : Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with diverse teams, clients, and regulatory agencies.

• Regulatory knowledge

  : A strong understanding of environmental regulations, permitting, and compliance standards is crucial.

• Problem-solving abilities

  : Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address complex engineering and operational challenges.