Irrigation Engineer

HanmiGlobal is seeking a Road Engineer to join its client-side programme and construction management (PMCM) team on a major government land-development and infrastructure programme in Riyadh. A Lead Developer designs and builds the programme's infrastructure, including roads, water, sewer, storm drainage, power and street lighting, irrigation, landscape and telecom, and our team reviews, supervises and accepts that work on the client's behalf. As Road Engineer you supervise road and pavement construction on one work package for the client, from subgrade to final surfacing, markings and furniture. Key Responsibilities - Review mechanical design submissions, calculations, drawings, shop drawings, material submittals and method statements, including but not limited to irrigation networks, pumps, piping, valves, filtration and controls. - Check compliance of submitted mechanical works with approved designs, specifications, relevant authority requirements and applicable PMCM review procedures. - Monitor and inspect site installation of mechanical infrastructure and irrigation works, including piping, fittings, chambers, valves, pump equipment, filtration and controls. - Review and track Work and Material Inspection Requests (WIRs/MIRs); record site observations, identify nonconforming work and follow up NCR corrective actions through approved procedures. - Review water-supply and TSE connection arrangements, storage, pressure and pumping provisions, and identify constructability and maintainability concerns. - Coordinate site interfaces with landscape, civil, roads, water, drainage, electrical and controls disciplines and with utility providers on crossings, tie-ins and inspections. - Witness and verify prescribed testing and commissioning, including pipeline pressure testing, flushing, pump performance and operational testing, and irrigation controls functionality. - Review close-out deliverables, including as-built drawings, O&M manuals, warranties, spare parts, training records and commissioning certificates. - Coordinate with site Mechanical and Irrigation Inspectors; provide technical input to package progress reports, meetings, lookaheads and risk/issue registers. Requirements - Over 12 years of professional experience with a degree or professional qualification. - Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering is mandatory for this role. - Demonstrable experience in mechanical infrastructure design/design review and construction execution/supervision, including irrigation systems; both design and site delivery experience are essential. - Practical knowledge of irrigation systems (drip, bubbler and sprinkler), pumping, hydraulics, HDPE/uPVC/DI pipelines, valves, filtration and irrigation controls. - Experience in PMC/PMCM, owner’s engineer, design consultancy, supervision consultancy or comparable infrastructure delivery roles. - Experience reviewing technical submittals, conducting inspections, tracking WIRs/MIRs and NCRs, and witnessing pipeline and pump testing and commissioning. - Familiarity with Saudi engineering codes, project specifications and utility authority requirements; Saudi Council of Engineers registration as applicable. - Proficiency in CAD/drawing review, basic hydraulic analysis, inspection documentation and project reporting; effective English communication skills. - Preferred: KSA/GCC experience, TSE irrigation networks, and familiarity with electronic document-control platforms.

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field. At least 12 years of experience in irrigation design, installation, and management. Proficiency in irrigation design software and AutoCAD is required. Good understanding of water resource management, hydraulics, and soil-water-plant relationships. Strong communication and teamwork skills. Detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving abilities. Familiarity with Saudi local standards and regulations is preferred.

Design and develop irrigation systems including layout, hydraulic calculations, and equipment selection. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to integrate irrigation systems with landscape and civil designs. Conduct site inspections to ensure proper installation and functioning of irrigation systems. Prepare technical documents, specifications, and reports related to irrigation works. Evaluate and recommend irrigation technologies and water-saving solutions. Support procurement processes by specifying irrigation materials and equipment. Maintain compliance with local regulations and industry standards. Assist in commissioning and troubleshooting irrigation systems during and after installation.