SPECIALIST MARINE ENGINEER
Job Title: Specialist Marine Engineer (PartTime / FullTime Hybrid)
Location: Abu Dhabi UAE (Hybrid: Office Remote)
Department: Marine / Civil Engineering
Reports to: Project Manager / Technical Director
Job Summary:
KN International is seeking a Specialist Marine Engineer (PartTime or FullTime Hybrid) to support the design analysis and supervision of marine and coastal infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in the planning design and of ports harbors waterfronts marine structures and coastal protection works.
This position offers a hybrid work arrangement combining office presence in Abu Dhabi with remote work flexibility depending on project and operational needs.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Marine Engineering Design and Analysis
- Lead the design of marine and coastal structures including quay walls breakwaters jetties revetments and dredging works.
- Conduct hydraulic hydrodynamic and coastal process analyses to inform design solutions.
- Develop design calculations drawings and technical specifications for marine works.
- Perform structural analysis of marine structures using specialized software.
2. Project Coordination and Technical Support
- Provide technical expertise during feasibility studies concept development and detailed design stages.
- Coordinate with civil structural and environmental teams to ensure integrated design solutions.
- Support site teams during construction phases by reviewing marine method statements shop drawings and material approvals.
3. Client and Stakeholder Engagement
- Liaise with clients regulatory authorities contractors and other consultants on marine engineering issues.
- Attend technical meetings design reviews and project coordination sessions.
- Provide technical input for permits NOCs and regulatory submissions.
4. Reporting and Documentation
- Prepare comprehensive marine engineering reports technical notes and design documentation.
- Support tender preparation by developing scope documents BOQs and technical evaluations.
5. Compliance and Standards
- Ensure all marine designs are compliant with UAE regulations international standards and best practices (e.g. PIANC BS Eurocode).
- Promote sustainability safety and resilience in marine and coastal engineering solutions.
Required Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor s degree in Marine Engineering Civil Engineering Coastal Engineering or a related field (Master s degree preferred).
- 1015 years of experience in marine and coastal engineering with UAE or GCC region experience preferred.
- Proficiency in marine and structural design software such as SAP2000 MIKE21 or similar.
- Strong understanding of coastal processes marine construction methods and environmental considerations.
- Excellent skills in technical writing project documentation and client communication.
- Membership in professional organizations such as ICE PIANC ASCE or equivalent is an advantage.
Preferred Attributes:
- Experience in design and construction supervision of ports marinas reclamation works and coastal protection projects.
- Familiarity with numerical modeling for waves currents sediment transport and shoreline evolution.
- A collaborative detailoriented and solutiondriven professional attitude.
Note: This role offers a hybrid work setup (office remote) and can be arranged as parttime or fulltime based on project needs and candidate availability.
Why Join Us
Our team works on impactful projects that drive innovation and progress. We offer competitive benefits career growth opportunities and a dynamic work environment.
If you are looking to take the next step in your career apply today!
SPECIALIST MARINE ENGINEER Job Title: Specialist Marine Engineer (Part-Time / Full-Time, Hybrid) Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (Hybrid: Office + Remote) Department: Marine / Civil Engineering Reports to: Project Manager / Technical Director Job Summary: KN International is seeking a Specialist Marine Engineer (Part-Time or Full-Time, Hybrid) to support the design, analysis, and supervision of marine and coastal infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in the planning, design, and of ports, harbors, waterfronts, marine structures, and coastal protection works. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining office presence in Abu Dhabi with remote work flexibility, depending on project and operational needs. Key Responsibilities: 1. Marine Engineering Design and Analysis * Lead the design of marine and coastal structures, including quay walls, breakwaters, jetties, revetments, and dredging works. * Conduct hydraulic, hydrodynamic, and coastal process analyses to inform design solutions. * Develop design calculations, drawings, and technical specifications for marine works. * Perform structural analysis of marine structures using specialized software. 2. Project Coordination and Technical Support * Provide technical expertise during feasibility studies, concept development, and detailed design stages. * Coordinate with civil, structural, and environmental teams to ensure integrated design solutions. * Support site teams during construction phases by reviewing marine method statements, shop drawings, and material approvals. 3. Client and Stakeholder Engagement * Liaise with clients, regulatory authorities, contractors, and other consultants on marine engineering issues. * Attend technical meetings, design reviews, and project coordination sessions. * Provide technical input for permits, NOCs, and regulatory submissions. 4. Reporting and Documentation * Prepare comprehensive marine engineering reports, technical notes, and design documentation. * Support tender preparation by developing scope documents, BOQs, and technical evaluations. 5. Compliance and Standards * Ensure all marine designs are compliant with UAE regulations, international standards, and best practices (e.g., PIANC, BS, Eurocode). * Promote sustainability, safety, and resilience in marine and coastal engineering solutions. Required Qualifications & Skills: * Bachelor s degree in Marine Engineering, Civil Engineering, Coastal Engineering, or a related field (Master s degree preferred). * 10-15 years of experience in marine and coastal engineering, with UAE or GCC region experience preferred. * Proficiency in marine and structural design software such as SAP2000, , MIKE21, or similar. * Strong understanding of coastal processes, marine construction methods, and environmental considerations. * Excellent skills in technical writing, project documentation, and client communication. * Membership in professional organizations such as ICE, PIANC, ASCE, or equivalent is an advantage. Preferred Attributes: * Experience in design and construction supervision of ports, marinas, reclamation works, and coastal protection projects. * Familiarity with numerical modeling for waves, currents, sediment transport, and shoreline evolution. * A collaborative, detail-oriented, and solution-driven professional attitude. Note: This role offers a hybrid work setup (office + remote) and can be arranged as part-time or full-time, based on project needs and candidate availability. Why Join Us? Our team works on impactful projects that drive innovation and progress. We offer competitive benefits, career growth opportunities, and a dynamic work environment. If you are looking to take the next step in your career, apply today!
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