237 Engineering jobs in Dubai Marina

I am seeking a dynamic and experienced Head of Engineering – Substation (Civil & Structural) to lead our Civil & Structural design and engineering efforts for high-impact substation and power distribution projects (domestic and international). As a senior leader in the Engineering Design and Research Centre (EDRC), you will oversee all aspects of design, detailing, and multidisciplinary coordination across multiple geographies, ensuring projects are delivered with excellence, on time, and within budget.

• Lead Civil & Structural Engineering activities for substation and distribution projects across regions.

• Manage a team of Project Engineering Managers, Lead Engineers, Design Engineers, and Draughtspersons.

• Ensure timely delivery of designs and documents aligned with project execution schedules.

• Collaborate with Electrical, MEP, and Instrumentation teams for interdisciplinary coordination.

• Provide technical support to the Contracts & Site Execution teams for design feasibility and constructability.

• Oversee base and detailed engineering to align with international standards and codes.

• Conduct regular reviews of site feedback, risks, and critical issues to support seamless execution.

• Optimize team productivity and man-hour efficiency across all projects.

• Drive innovation, standardization, modular design, and digital engineering practices.

• Represent the Civil & Structural function in internal and external stakeholder meetings.

• Foster knowledge-sharing and continual skill development within the team.

• In-depth knowledge of substation structures: steel structures, RCC structures, and geotechnical aspects.

• Strong understanding of topographical and environmental site inputs and their impact on structural design.

• Proficient in interpreting and applying international engineering standards and practices.

JOB TITE: ENGINEER - CIVIL ENGINEERING (STRUCTURAL)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Shall Conduct engineering studies related to Structural field when required, to provide clear and

supported recommendations based on the results of the performed studies.

1. Shall Prepare a clear and understandable Structural scope of work for transmission projects in line with the issued Project Parameter Report to ensure coverage of DEWA's requirements in the new tenders and to avoid any ambiguity or misunderstanding in the scope of work by bidders. Review amendments for technical aspects and reply to technical queries raised by bidders during tendering stage. Review the technical offers including deviations submitted by bidders highlight and resolve technical clarification during tendering process. Review of the technical recommendation report.
2. Shall Review and comment on design drawings, documents, materials, BIM Model and vendors submitted by contractors or consultants to ensure quality, compliance with DEWA's specification, qualification methodology, and scope of works. Finalise non-compliance note on submittals.
3. Shall attend factory inspections whenever required to ensure the products are in line with DEWA approval/specification and international standards. Ensure proper documentation of the inspection results and document the observations noticed during the inspection. Review compliance statement and provide recommendations for issuance of Dispatch Clearance.
4. Shall Coordinate and participate in various technical, design and progress meetings to resolve raised technical problems and to ensure the smooth running of projects.
5. Shall Liaise with DEWA user departments to offer solutions on technical issues raised to ensure compliance to DEWA’s requirements.
6. Shall assist in raising change requests on the existing technical specification to be used for future Turnkey projects in terms of optimization, previously agreed deviations, standardization efforts, actual market situation, and lessons learned from past projects to avoid any ambiguity or misunderstanding in future contracts.
7. Shall assist in materials conformity and approvals inline with the approved qualification methodology and ensure the quality and compliance of the product with DEWA's specification and international standards.
8. Shall Assist in investigating and addressing issues reported through the failure feedback mechanism.
9. Conduct site visits and site quality audits, as and when required, to verify the executed work is in line with DEWA approvals and obtain feedback from stakeholders for future consideration in new projects. Attend site investigations with the departments concerned, as and when required, for the failed equipment at site.
10. Responsible for continuously innovating and fulfilling the requirements of driving Corporate Excellence. Facilitating, transferring and sharing knowledge with colleagues and subordinates.
11. To ensure non-disclosure of confidential information to anyone within or outside the Authority, during or after employment in DEWA.
12. To follow and adhere to the OH&S Management System Manual as per DEWA's safety standard.
13. To perform any other tasks assigned by the reporting manager.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Education

• Bachelors Degree in civil Engineering
• Diploma in civil Engineering

Experience/Qualification

• Minimum 4 years experience in Structural field for Bachelors degree holder
• Minimum 7 years experience in Structural field for Diploma holder
• Problem solving skills to propose technical solutions
• Knowledge in International Standards (IEEE, IEC, BS)
• Proficiency in technical report writing
• Preferred related experience in engineering design software’s (i.e. BIM, Revit)

Qualification:

• Assist in the planning and execution of engineering projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely project delivery.
• Provide technical support and problem-solving during project implementation.
• Monitor project progress and ensure compliance with specifications and safety standards.
• Manage project documentation and prepare reports for the Project Manager.
• Good working knowledge in tools such as AutoCAD, MS Project or Primavera P6, SAP .

Role:

• Location: Dubai, UAE.
• Experience: 10+ years.
• Educational Qualification: B. E / B. Tech in Civil or Mechanical or relevant field
• Relocation Requirement: The selected candidate will be required to relocate to Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and work onsite for a minimum period of 2-3 years from the date of joining. This relocation is a mandatory requirement for this role.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, ensuring that potential issues are addressed proactively.
• Ensure that project deliverables meet quality standards, and that quality control processes are implemented effectively.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders, including project team members, contractors, vendors, and clients.
• Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, including:
• AutoCAD
• Revit
• Experience with project management software, including:
• MS Project
• Primavera P6
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, including:
• SAP
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, including:
• Agile
• Waterfall
• Hybrid

The Department of Civil Engineering invites applications for a faculty position at the assistant, associate or full professor level. The role will involve teaching and/or research commencing in Fall Semester 2026.

For the regular position, we are seeking a candidate who can establish a high-level research program with internal and external funding sources. For the visiting faculty position, we are looking for an individual who can primarily focus on teaching.

Candidates must have a PhD in Civil Engineering or a closely related field. A significant teaching portfolio is essential. Excellence in teaching and research, as well as experience in the American model of higher education, are highly desirable.

Applicants should fill out an application form and upload the required documents using the provided link. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

The Department has approximately 150 undergraduate students, 65 graduate students, 15 full-time faculty, and 2 lab instructors. Our diverse student and faculty body represents around 90 nationalities.

We offer a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, a Bachelor of Science in Digital Construction Engineering and Management, a Master of Science in Civil Engineering, a Master of Science in Construction Management, and a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering.

Our university is located in the Emirate of Sharjah, about 15 km from Dubai. It serves more than 5,700 students and has been accredited by the UAE's Ministry of Education's Higher Education Affairs Division and the Middle States Commission on Higher Education since 2004.

The Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering is accredited by ABET.

Founded by Michael Lahyani in 2005 as a magazine (Al Bab World), Property Finder today is a single technology platform and brand across multiple countries in the MENA region. We offer the most advanced tools and best-in-class user experience for homeseekers, real estate brokers, and developers. Property Finder's most recent valuation secures our status among the Middle East's emerging unicorns, affirming a growth-oriented identity.

Over the years, we've expanded our operations to Bahrain, Egypt, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and secured a strategic shareholding in Hepsiemlak, the leading property portal in Turkey. With over 600+ dedicated people in 5 regional offices, we facilitate more than 14 million monthly visits across our platforms, solidifying our position as a regional powerhouse in the proptech space.

As the pioneering portal for homeseekers in the region, we are on a mission to motivate and inspire people to live the life they deserve.

Position Summary:

We’re looking for an experienced Engineering Manager to lead a high-performing team of software engineers working on innovative, customer-facing products. You’ll provide technical direction, support team development, and ensure timely, high-quality delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and support a team of engineers through hiring, mentoring, feedback, and career development

Collaborate with product managers to define project scope and priorities

Plan and manage engineering projects, including schedules, estimates, and status reporting

Promote engineering best practices in coding, testing, code reviews, and deployment

Drive process improvements and optimize workflows for greater team efficiency

Set and track team goals and OKRs

Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and innovative team culture

Partner cross-functionally to align on requirements and deliverables

Manage team budget and resourcing plans

Ensure software reliability, performance, and scalability

Implement and improve CI/CD pipelines and development infrastructure

Troubleshoot and resolve critical production issues

Advocate for engineering needs in leadership discussions

Promote knowledge sharing and professional development

Evaluate and apply emerging technologies where appropriate

Provide architectural guidance and technical input during product planning

Required Qualifications:

8+ years of experience in software development

3+ years in a team leadership or management role

Strong web development and API integration experience

Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, especially AWS

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skill

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AI/ML product features

Strong grasp of cloud-native and off-the-shelf solution design

Knowledge of service-oriented architecture and domain-driven design

Proficiency in modern frontend technologies

Familiarity with SQL and NoSQL databases

Data-informed and user-centric decision-making mindset

Background in real estate or classifieds tech is a plus

Our promise to talent

We encourage our people, called creators, to move fast, to be bold and offer them countless ways to make an impact in a fast-growing and talent-centric organisation.

Our goal is to ensure that our people find their time at Property Finder a rewarding experience where the company’s growth also means personal growth.

Overall it is a place for you to be your best self .

Property Finder Guiding Principles

• Think Future First
• Data Beats Opinions, Speed Beats Perfection
• Our People, Our Power
• The Biggest Risk is Taking no Risk at All

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Engineering Manager - Public Cloud, Python, Golang

Posted 3 days ago

Location: Dubai, AE

Level: Senior

Salary Range: To be discussed

Summary

As an Engineering Manager at Canonical, you will lead teams, optimize Ubuntu for cloud, and ensure strong engineering practices. You will work with Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and more.

Description

Canonical Ubuntu is the most widely used OS for public cloud instances across every major public cloud. Our team builds, tests, and publishes the base Ubuntu images used by millions to ensure optimal performance and security in their cloud estate. We aim to deliver the very best public cloud VM experience, as well as specialized images for specific purposes on each cloud. We work closely with Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and other world-class cloud partners to optimize Ubuntu for their infrastructure.

As an engineering manager, you need to bring both technical and management skills to the leadership of your team. You will represent the team in direct partner engagement and be responsible for the stability and functionality that our cloud users expect. You will strive to automate the delivery of existing and new Ubuntu image products applied to all modern workloads from web servers to GPU-aided AI for servers, VMs, and containers.

Your primary responsibility is to the people you support: ensuring they are growing as engineers, doing valuable work, and generally having a great time at Canonical. As a lead for strong engineers, technical leadership and a solid background in software development are essential. You will have the opportunity to influence the culture, facilitate technical delivery, and work with your team on strategy and execution.

We work in Python and Golang, and expect engineering managers to be fluent in the language, architecture, and components that their team is building with. Code reviews and architectural leadership are part of the job. The commitment to healthy engineering practices, documentation, quality, and performance optimization are equally important technical responsibilities.

What you'll do

1. Build and lead a team of engineers in your and similar timezones
2. Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback, and hands-on career development
3. Demonstrate sound engineering principles and directly contribute toward your team's goals
4. Set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, management, and external stakeholders
5. Lead modern, agile software development practices
6. Ensure a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
7. Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organization
8. Build automated, highly reliable image delivery, testing, and publication pipelines
9. Engage with many other teams at Canonical, as well as the open source community and commercial partners
10. Work from home with global travel up to 15% for internal and external events

Who you are

1. You love to mentor, develop, and grow people, and have a track record of doing it
2. You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development
3. You are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high-quality software
4. You have experience and commitment to agile development methodologies
5. You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM, or similar degree
6. Software development experience in Python or Golang
7. Effective written and verbal communication skills
8. Practical experience with at least one of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, or AWS

What we offer you

1. Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
2. Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
3. Annual compensation review
4. Recognition rewards
5. Annual holiday leave
6. Maternity and paternity leave
7. Employee Assistance Programme
8. Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
9. Priority Pass and travel upgrades for long haul company events

About Canonical

Canonical is a pioneering tech firm at the forefront of the global move to open source. As the company that publishes Ubuntu, one of the most important open source projects and the platform for AI, IoT, and the cloud, we are changing the world on a daily basis. We recruit on a global basis and set a very high standard for people joining the company. We expect excellence - in order to succeed, we need to be the best at what we do. Canonical has been a remote-first company since its inception in 2004.

Canonical is an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination. Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products. Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.

About you:
Join us. Unleash your energy within. If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector. We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage. We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined. It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet: We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us : Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging. Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the job:
Kent is looking for a Global Engineering Manager to be based in Dubai

Global Engineering Manager will support Kent global engineering centers to ensure governance for engineering activities, driving consistency in ‘the Kent Way’ of the execution of engineering projects. This hands-on role will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of engineering standards, procedures, and methodologies that align with the company’s vision and growth ambitions.

Skills and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and maintenance of a global engineering network for all engineering disciplines, promote best practices, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement, while fostering effective communication within the engineering function.
• Working with the PMO to develop and implement a global engineering governance structure, standardize engineering approach, systems and tools uniting all engineering centers to deliver projects the ‘Kent Way’.
• Assist in establishing and applying Technical Assurance framework for global engineering projects as part of the existing Kent Project Delivery Assurance program.
• Contribute to the development, upkeep, and application of standards, procedures, workflows, and templates under the Kent Integrated Management System and Technical Library.
• Actively engage with project teams to roll out engineering initiatives, ensure alignment with engineering standards and company objectives.
• Work closely with the Centre of Excellence drive innovation and keep up to date of technological advancements in the engineering domain to ensure the company remains efficient and competitive.
• Assist in the implementation and adoption of AI and digital initiatives to improve engineering processes.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the engineering teams, promoting career growth for new talent.

In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:
Knowledge/ Qualification/ Training/ Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Master’s or higher preferred.
• Professional Engineering certification or equivalent is a desirable qualification

Communication:

• Excellent command of the English language in both oral and written communication and skills.

Behavior/ Core Competencies:

• Minimum of 12 years of engineering experience, with at least 5 years working in Engineering Management or as a Lead Engineer on large projects or in roles involving team management.

Skills and Experience

• Proven track record of successfully managing and delivering large-scale engineering projects.
• Extensive knowledge of engineering standards, methodologies, and best practices.
• Strong leadership capabilities with a demonstrated ability to inspire and drive teams towards success.
• Experience in establishing and leading virtual engineering communities or teams.
• Proficient in various engineering tools, software, and project management methodologies.
• Solid understanding of global markets and engineering challenges in various regions.
  

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to visualize the bigger picture and plan accordingly, foreseeing challenges and opportunities.
• Leadership: Strong capability to guide, inspire, and mobilize teams.
• Communication: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to engage and influence at all levels of the organization.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to tackle complex challenges with innovative solutions.
• Collaboration: Ability to work seamlessly across functions, departments, and regions to ensure alignment and cohesion.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Always seeking ways to enhance processes, methodologies, and team capabilities.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

Details about the role:
Location: Dubai
Relocation required: Possibly
Travel required: Yes
Contract type : Permanent
Experience level: 12+ years #J-18808-Ljbffr

Established in 1836, Acino is a pharmaceutical company headquartered in Zurich, with a clear focus on selected markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region and Latin America. With over 3,000 people across 90 countries, we deliver quality pharmaceuticals to promote affordable healthcare in these emerging markets and leverage our high-quality pharmaceutical manufacturing capabilities and network to supply leading companies through contract manufacturing and out-licensing.

Acino is a Swiss pharmaceutical company, leader in advanced drug delivery technologies. We have a clear focus on selected emerging markets in the Middle East, Africa, the CIS Region, and Latin America, and we operate in some of the most dynamic countries of the world. We value courage, commitment, trust, and empathy and provide an environment that supports initiative and effort. We are proud to be action-oriented and open-minded, with a strong focus on quality and product availability, even in remote and hard to reach areas of the world.

We are constantly expanding our market position with a future-oriented international business strategy. Therefore, we are looking for a dedicated and motivated person to strengthen our Engineering team in Dubai, UAE Site- Acino Pharmaceuticals FZ LLC.

• Operate and monitor water systems, utilities, HVAC, BMS, EMS, and plant equipment.
• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance for utilities, process, and lab equipment, including electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Conduct calibration, alarm testing, and system checks for BMS, EMS, and water systems.
• Manage shift operations, execute assigned activities, and support equipment qualifications.
• Maintain engineering documentation and ensure compliance with cGMP, GDP, and regulatory requirements.
• Handle facility maintenance and coordinate with vendors for AMCs and maintenance activities.
• Ensure safety compliance, EHS activities, statutory adherence, waste management, and promote safe work practices.
• Attend training, follow SOPs, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

• Diploma in Electrical, Instrumentation, Electromechanics or Electronics
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Ability to work as part of a team

At Acino, we push the boundaries to deliver high-quality pharmaceutical products that improve patients’ lives. Driven by our collective purpose to provide access to medicines to those in need, our strength lies in our unique expertise and presence in emerging and high-growth markets. We are proud to be challenging the status quo in the pharmaceutical industry, always looking ahead to the future with an open mind.

Join Acino, a dynamic and rapidly growing environment where your contributions can make a real difference.

Acino is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

This is the opportunity to join a very dynamic organization, where decisions are taken fast and where you can actively participate in shaping our future. If this sounds exciting, we would love to hear more about you!

Only direct applications will be considered. Please apply via our HR system here.

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