Principal Engineer (Conveyance Water & Wastewater Networks) (Navi Mumbai)

Market Water At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good. Your impact At Jacobs, we push the limits of whats possible to make the world smarter, more connected, and more sustainable. In our water business, that means delivering efficient, resilient, and future-ready water supply and wastewater conveyance systems that support urban growth and environmental sustainability. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a key role in shaping and delivering large-scale water and wastewater network solutions, driving technical excellence and innovation across projects. As a Principal Engineer Conveyance, you will act as a subject matter expert and technical lead for the planning, modelling, and design of water distribution and wastewater collection systems. You will guide teams on complex assignments while remaining actively involved in critical technical deliverables. You will collaborate within a multicultural, highperforming engineering environment and contribute to achieving project targets related to quality, schedules, technical rigor, and client satisfaction. Key duties include: - Provide technical leadership in the design and planning of water supply and wastewater conveyance networks. - Lead and review development of hydraulic models (steady state and extended period simulations) for large-scale systems. - Oversee master planning studies, including:Demand forecasting and load assessmentLand-use analysisSystem capacity assessment and gap analysis - Drive network optioneering and optimisation, ensuring cost-effective and sustainable solutions. - Lead preparation and review of:Capital investment plans and phasing strategiesImplementation roadmaps for network expansion/upgrades - Review and guide engineering design deliverables, including:Pipeline sizing and network layoutsHydraulic calculations and system controlsPumping systems and rising mains - Provide expertise in pumping systems, including system curves, pump selection, operational strategies, and integration with networks. - Ensure effective integration with treatment plants, reservoirs, and pump stations. - Perform and lead technical QA/QC reviews of models, calculations, reports, and drawings. - Support Design for DesignBuild (D for DB) and EPC projects, including constructability inputs and contractor coordination. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (process, mechanical, civil, electrical, BIM) to ensure aligned delivery. - Prepare and review technical reports, design basis documents, and client presentations. - Act as a key technical interface with clients and stakeholders, supporting reviews, approvals, and technical discussions. - Support bid/proposal development, including methodology, technical inputs, and effort estimation. - Identify and manage technical risks, providing mitigation strategies. - Mentor engineers and support development of technical capability within the team. - Promote adoption of digital tools, modelling best practices, and data-driven workflows. We welcome applications from qualified professionals currently based overseas who are open to relocating to India. Relocation support may be provided for exceptional candidates having extensive experience in delivering Design Build water infrastructure projects . Here's what you'll need Key software tools: - Hydraulic Modelling: WaterGEMS & SewerGEMS, - Additional Tools (Preferred): InfoWorks ICM & InfoWorks WS Pro - GIS: ArcGIS Pro, QGIS - Design & Coordination: Civil 3D, Navisworks - Coordination/ Clash Detection: Navisworks, Revizto Key Behaviours - Strong technical authority with ability to influence engineering decisions. - Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving capability. - Confident communicator with effective client engagement skills. - Collaborative and proactive in multidisciplinary environments. - High attention to quality, accuracy, and technical integrity. - Mentorship-oriented, with focus on developing team capability. - Committed to continuous improvement and innovation. Work Experience - 15+ years of experience in water and wastewater conveyance planning and design. - Strong expertise in hydraulic modelling, master planning, and detailed design of water distribution and sewer networks. - Proven ability to lead complex modelling studies and infrastructure planning projects. - Hands-on experience with:Water distribution networksWastewater collection systems (gravity + rising mains)Pumping and transmission systems - Experience in optioneering, system optimisation, and lifecycle cost analysis. - Experience in multidisciplinary infrastructure projects and coordination. - Exposure to DesignBuild / EPC delivery models .