Principal Ports and Marine Engineer
Surbana Jurong
Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
Published 3 days ago
Permanent
About Surbana Jurong:
Surbana Jurong is a global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm, with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery across the world. With a strong presence in the Middle East, we are expanding our Ports & Marine capability and seeking top talent to shape the region's most transformative coastal and maritime developments.
The Role
Surbana Jurong is seeking a technically strong and motivated Principal - Ports & Marine (Design) to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for driving the successful delivery of marine infrastructure designs across the region, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the growth of our Ports & Marine discipline in the Middle East.
Key Responsibilities
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
At Surbana Jurong, you will be part of a global team that delivers complex and meaningful infrastructure with lasting impact. We offer:
All applications must be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts.
Please note: All recruitment is managed by our internal Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited resumes or agency referrals will not be considered.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!
Surbana Jurong is a global urban, infrastructure, and managed services consulting firm, with over 70 years of track record in successful project delivery across the world. With a strong presence in the Middle East, we are expanding our Ports & Marine capability and seeking top talent to shape the region's most transformative coastal and maritime developments.
The Role
Surbana Jurong is seeking a technically strong and motivated Principal - Ports & Marine (Design) to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi, UAE. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for driving the successful delivery of marine infrastructure designs across the region, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to the growth of our Ports & Marine discipline in the Middle East.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical delivery of design projects including ports, harbors, quay walls, breakwaters, jetties, and other marine structures.
- Provide specialist input on structural and geotechnical aspects of marine design, ensuring alignment with international standards and client expectations.
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams across geotechnical, coastal, and environmental domains.
- Review and validate design documentation, calculations, drawings, and reports.
- Manage project deliverables, timelines, and quality in accordance with internal and external requirements.
- Support business development through client engagement, technical proposal development, and presentations.
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
- A minimum of 10 years of experience in the design of ports and marine infrastructure, with a portfolio of successfully delivered projects.
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil, Coastal, or Structural Engineering.
- Strong command of relevant design software such as PLAXIS, STAAD, Wallap, and AutoCAD; exposure to numerical modelling tools is an advantage.
- Deep understanding of international marine and coastal engineering codes (e.g., BS, Eurocode, PIANC).
At Surbana Jurong, you will be part of a global team that delivers complex and meaningful infrastructure with lasting impact. We offer:
- The opportunity to work on high-profile marine projects across the region.
- A collaborative, inclusive work environment with strong career growth potential.
- Exposure to international best practices and multi-disciplinary expertise.
All applications must be submitted online. Click on the "Apply Now" link and follow the prompts.
Please note: All recruitment is managed by our internal Talent Acquisition team. Unsolicited resumes or agency referrals will not be considered.
At Surbana Jurong, we put talent, hard work, teamwork and a fun workplace together to approach problems and solve them creatively and collaboratively. Join us in making a positive impact on the world!