Principal Engineer - Hydrology

This role supports the delivery of hydrology and stormwater projects at a senior technical level. Working closely with the Associate, this position provides advanced technical expertise, ensures quality assurance across deliverables, and mentors team members to build capability and confidence.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in civil engineering, Water Resources, or a related field.

BGV:

• Employment with WSP India is subject to the successful completion of a background verification (“BGV”) check conducted by a third-party agency appointed by WSP India.

• Candidates are advised to ensure that all information provided during the recruitment process — including documents uploaded — is accurate and complete, both to WSP India and its BGV partner”.

Advanced Technical Contribution

• Undertake and oversee complex 1D and 2D hydrological and hydraulic modelling tasks using tools such as InfoWorks ICM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SewerGEMS, QGIS, FlowMaster, and culvert design software.

• Review and refine stormwater management reports, ensuring accuracy, compliance with standards, and alignment with project requirements.

• Apply working knowledge of Civil 3D and BIM to support design integration and visualization.

Project Support & Coordination

• Work closely with Associates and Principals to deliver project packages, ensuring technical quality and timely outputs.

• Collaborate with CAD, Roads, Landscape, Geotechnical, Environment, and other teams to integrate hydrology seamlessly into multidisciplinary projects.

• Coordinate with CAD teams to ensure stormwater drawings reflect modelling outputs accurately.

Mentorship & Guidance

• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and modellers in model development, calibration, and report writing.

• Support team capability development through knowledge sharing and coaching.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure Health & Safety is embedded into all work practices in line with company policies.

• Promote sustainability principles in hydrology and stormwater solutions.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance WSP ME’s client service.

Professional Engagement

• Participate in client meetings, technical discussions, and project planning sessions as required.

• Stay updated with technical developments, standards, and innovations in hydrology and stormwater management.

• Ensure weekly submission of timesheets and adherence to company governance requirements.

Key Competencies / Skills: 

Mandatory skills 

• Strong understanding of stormwater systems, hydrological processes, and drainage design, with proven ability to apply advanced methods.

• Proficiency in 1D and 2D hydrological and hydraulic modelling using industry-standard software (e.g., InfoWorks ICM, HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, SewerGEMS, QGIS, FlowMaster).

• Familiarity with local and international stormwater design standards, including awareness of GCC standards and manuals.

• Strong computer literacy, with capability in modelling software and supporting calculations using Excel or equivalent tools.

• Effective English communication skills, both written and verbal, for technical documentation and client interaction.

• Flexibility to work on projects across the Middle East or UK, as dictated by project requirements.

• Demonstrated competencies expected at Principal level:

  • Collaboration & Teamwork – working seamlessly with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Technical Capability & Delivery – ensuring accuracy, compliance, and quality in technical outputs.
  • Adaptability & Learning – staying updated with evolving standards, tools, and practices.
  • Mentorship & Guidance – supporting junior engineers in technical development and report preparation.

Desired Skills 

• Previous project experience in GCC countries, including coordination with local government agencies for design approvals (NOCs).

• Exposure to multidisciplinary project environments, integrating hydrology with roads, landscape, geotechnical, and environmental teams.

• Familiarity with Civil 3D and BIM workflows to support design integration and visualization.