About the Role
The Utility Engineer is a Lead position that supports the planning, design, coordination, and execution of utility systems for major mining and infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia. The focus will be on the design component, leading and owning the complete design lifecycle until engineering delivery, as well as providing site support during construction and commissioning. The successful candidate will play a key role in utility definition, volume and material selection, overall system design, sizing and quantifying, tie-ins, ensuring the safe integration of new facilities with existing utility networks (as applicable), while maintaining operational continuity and compliance with project requirements. A robust design background with site exposure is an added advantage.
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Key Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate, and support the execution of utility definition, volume and material selection, overall system design, sizing and quantifying, tie-ins for all categories and quality of water, wastewater, fuel gas, process gases, compressed air, power, instrumentation, communications, and other utility systems.
- Develop the following documentation:
- Utility Design Criteria
- Design Basis
- Process Flow Diagrams (PFD)
- Utility Quantity and balance distribution
- Utility Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&ID)
- System Design
- Sizing Calculations
- Data Sheet
- Package definition
- Integration philosophy
- Interface agreement
- Package Scope of Work
- Tie-in packages
- Method statements
- Shutdown Methodology & plans
- Construction Scope of work packages
- Review engineering design components and ensure compliance with standards and systems, while considering overall plant operability and compatibility with existing utility infrastructure developed by in-house teams, external engineering companies, OEMs, or package integrators.
- Coordinate across disciplines for smooth flow of information and data.
- Identify utility interface requirements and manage associated risks.
- Support utility routing and network assessments.
- Support the on-site team to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and project standards.
- Participate in constructability reviews, HAZOPs, and risk assessments related to utility installations and tie-ins.
- Resolve technical issues during construction and commissioning phases.
- Provide input to the Commercial team during Bid Evaluation and Package selection.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering with extensive related experience.
- Minimum of 15+ years of experience in utility engineering within mining, industrial, infrastructure, or large-scale capital projects.
- Demonstrated experience in planning and executing large-scale project delivery.
- Strong understanding of utility systems, engineering standards, and construction practices.
- Experience coordinating multidisciplinary stakeholders in a project environment.
- Knowledge of Saudi Arabian regulations and utility requirements is an asset.
- Professional registration or eligibility for registration is preferred.
Office Location and Working Hours
- Location: Khobar
- Working Hours: Sunday to Thursday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Why Join Us?
- Work with great people to make a difference.
- Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions.
- Join a top employer.
What We Offer You?
- Flexible work environment.
- Long-term career development.
- Think globally, work locally.
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. We are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
