AECOM · Dubai, Dubai · Ref: 30092678
Website AECOM
Employer posting date: 15 Sep 2026
Job details
Job overview
AECOM is recruiting a Senior Engineer – Process in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The active official vacancy, reference J10153829, supports construction, infrastructure, engineering or site-delivery work within Engineering.
Role purpose: Job Title: Process / Commissioning Engineer – Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) & Infrastructure
Delivery scope: Job Title: Process / Commissioning Engineer – Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) & Infrastructure; The Process / Commissioning Engineer will work under the supervision of the Resident Engineer and Project Manager as part of the construction supervision team on major STP, pumping station, and wastewater infrastructure projects in Dubai.; The role focuses on the process, testing, and commissioning aspects of mechanical, electrical, and ICA (Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) systems, ensuring compliance with design requirements, performance specifications, and local authority standards.; Supervise process and commissioning activities for STPs, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure, including process systems, mechanical equipment, electrical works (MV/LV), and ICA systems.; Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of SCADA systems, PLCs, control panels, field instrumentation, and telemetry systems.; Verify functional testing, performance testing, and plant start-up in line with contractual and operational requirements.; Review and comment on contractor submissions, including shop drawings, commissioning plans, method statements, ITPs, O&M manuals, and FAT/SAT reports.; Coordinate and witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for key process and ICA equipment.; Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other applicable authority standards for process, electrical, and ICA systems.; Work closely with the contractor to develop and implement commissioning schedules, ensuring integration between civil, mechanical, electrical, and process disciplines.
Candidate profile: Bachelor’s Degree in Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Control Systems from a recognized university.; Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of STPs, rising mains, pumping stations, and wastewater infrastructure.; Proven experience in process operations, testing, and commissioning of treatment plant equipment and ICA systems.; Strong knowledge of STP process design, pumping systems, and water/wastewater treatment technologies.; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.; Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling software (Primavera preferred).; Proven leadership skills with the ability to make sound engineering decisions under pressure.;
Workplace and engagement: Contract, onsite, based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Salary, closing date and visa sponsorship are not disclosed by the employer.

Responsibilities
- Job Title: Process / Commissioning Engineer – Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) & Infrastructure
- The Process / Commissioning Engineer will work under the supervision of the Resident Engineer and Project Manager as part of the construction supervision team on major STP, pumping station, and wastewater infrastructure projects in Dubai.
- The role focuses on the process, testing, and commissioning aspects of mechanical, electrical, and ICA (Instrumentation, Control, and Automation) systems, ensuring compliance with design requirements, performance specifications, and local authority standards.
- Supervise process and commissioning activities for STPs, pumping stations, and associated infrastructure, including process systems, mechanical equipment, electrical works (MV/LV), and ICA systems.
- Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of SCADA systems, PLCs, control panels, field instrumentation, and telemetry systems.
- Verify functional testing, performance testing, and plant start-up in line with contractual and operational requirements.
- Review and comment on contractor submissions, including shop drawings, commissioning plans, method statements, ITPs, O&M manuals, and FAT/SAT reports.
- Coordinate and witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for key process and ICA equipment.
- Ensure compliance with Dubai Municipality, DEWA, and other applicable authority standards for process, electrical, and ICA systems.
- Work closely with the contractor to develop and implement commissioning schedules, ensuring integration between civil, mechanical, electrical, and process disciplines.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or Control Systems from a recognized university.
- Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the design, construction, and commissioning of STPs, rising mains, pumping stations, and wastewater infrastructure.
- Proven experience in process operations, testing, and commissioning of treatment plant equipment and ICA systems.
- Strong knowledge of STP process design, pumping systems, and water/wastewater treatment technologies.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite and scheduling software (Primavera preferred).
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to make sound engineering decisions under pressure.

Skills
- Scheduling
- Primavera P6
- Civil engineering
- Electrical inspection
- Mechanical engineering
- Health and safety
- HSE management
- Document control
Salary and benefits
- AECOM states that benefits depend on employment status and may include health and insurance coverage, paid time off, leave programmes, well-being resources, travel insurance, recognition awards, retirement savings and an employee stock purchase plan.
About AECOM
Work with Us. Change the World. ; At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.; There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists.

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