The Instrumentation and Control (I&C) Engineering Manager – Water Utility is responsible for the design, integration, operation, and maintenance of all instrumentation and control systems across water and wastewater facilities. This role ensures optimal performance, safety, and regulatory compliance through automation, SCADA, and advanced process control systems. The I&C Manager leads a team of engineers and technicians in delivering efficient, reliable, and innovative control solutions across the utility network.
System Design & Implementation:
Lead the development and implementation of I&C systems for water treatment plants, pumping stations, desalination, and distribution networks.
Automation & SCADA Oversight:
Manage SCADA architecture, PLC programming, control panels, and remote monitoring systems for centralized and distributed operations.
Maintenance & Reliability:
Develop preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to ensure uninterrupted functionality of I&C systems.
Team Leadership:
Supervise and mentor a team of I&C engineers and technicians. Define roles, assign tasks, and monitor performance.
Project Management:
Oversee I&C engineering aspects of capital improvement projects, upgrades, and retrofits across utility facilities.
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure adherence to local and international standards (ISA, IEC, ISO) as well as HSE policies regarding instrumentation and control works.
Vendor & Contractor Management:
Coordinate with external suppliers, consultants, and integrators to procure and commission I&C systems.
Budget & Reporting:
Prepare budgets for I&C operations, track expenditures, and generate performance and compliance reports.
Innovation & Optimization:
Promote digital transformation, smart metering, and real-time data analytics to improve operational efficiency.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical, or Control Systems Engineering
10+ years of progressive experience in I&C within water utilities or large infrastructure projects
Hands-on experience with SCADA, PLC, RTU, HMI systems, and process instrumentation
Familiarity with cybersecurity protocols and OT/IT integration
Professional certifications (e.g., ISA CAP, PMP) are advantageous
Strong technical knowledge in process instrumentation and automation
Project management and stakeholder coordination skills
Ability to troubleshoot and optimize complex control systems
Leadership and people management capability
Understanding of utility operations, water quality control, and sustainability practices