Senior Marine Civil Engineer

Description

Zutari: Co-creating an engineered impact.

Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with over 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East.

We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives.

Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?

We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact on our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy.

Role Overview:

The Senior Marine/Civil Engineer will play a key role in the design and delivery of marine and port infrastructure projects across the Middle East. The role covers all project lifecycle stages, particularly the design phase, with a focus on civil and marine engineering solutions for port facilities, marine structures, and waterfront developments.

Responsibilities

• Define engineering strategies and undertake feasibility studies for marine and port infrastructure, including quays, jetties, breakwaters, cargo terminals, shipyards, and waterfront utilities.
• Deliver high-quality civil and marine engineering designs on time through a hands-on, technically focused approach.
• Lead multidisciplinary coordination across marine, structural, and MEP disciplines to ensure integrated design solutions.
• Develop innovative technical solutions to complex challenges in marine and port engineering.
• Serve as a key point of contact for clients, presenting solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Undertake project reviews, design validation, and QA/QC checks in line with company standards.
• Embed sustainability and resilience principles into all civil and marine designs, in line with international best practices.
• Ensure Health & Safety is fully integrated into design and delivery, meeting marine operational safety standards.
• Manage resources effectively, including collaboration with international colleagues to optimise design processes.
  
  
  

• Recognised tertiary qualification in Civil or Marine Engineering (Essential).
• Chartered Engineer or working towards (Advantageous).
  
  
  

• 8+ years’ post-qualification experience with proven exposure to marine and port infrastructure projects.
• Strong technical background in the design and delivery of marine structures (e.g., quay walls, jetties, breakwaters, berths, coastal protection works).
• Experience leading design delivery and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with dredging, reclamation, ground improvement, and coastal hydraulics is advantageous.
• Experience of site works for marine projects is preferred.
• Detailed knowledge of international and regional design codes/standards
• Proficiency in engineering and design tools such as AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, Navisworks, and MS Office.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in client-facing roles.