SMEC

Technical Principal (Engineering Manager)

Gurugram, HR, IN

12 days ago
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Summary

Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Management:
  • Lead the design and engineering efforts for dam and hydropower structures including gravity dams, arch dams, embankments, and appurtenant works.
  • Manage detailed engineering tasks for large hydro and PSP projects, including feasibility studies, DPRs, and construction-level drawings.
  • Technical Leadership:
  • Provide technical direction for hydraulic structures, intake/outlet works, penstocks, spillways, surge shafts, and powerhouses.
  • Supervise structural analysis, hydrological modeling, geotechnical investigations, and hydraulic design.
  • Coordination and Review:
  • Coordinate with internal teams, external consultants, and clients for alignment on project deliverables.
  • Review and approve engineering drawings, reports, BOQs, specifications, and tender documents.
  • Compliance and Quality:
  • Ensure compliance with national and international standards (IS, ICOLD, USBR, FERC, etc.).
  • Implement quality assurance processes during engineering and documentation.
  • Site and Client Interface:
  • Support site teams during construction with engineering clarifications and design adjustments.
  • Attend client and statutory review meetings and provide expert input.


Required Skills & Competencies:

  • Strong understanding of hydraulic and structural design of dams and hydropower components.
  • Experience with design codes, numerical modeling tools (e.g., SAP2000, STAAD, PLAXIS, HEC-RAS), and CAD software.
  • Ability to interpret geological and hydrological data.
  • Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams and engineering schedules.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Preferred Experience:

  • At least 3 full lifecycle projects (DPR to construction) in hydropower or PSP.
  • Exposure to pumped storage plant layouts and reversible turbine systems.
  • Experience with international projects or joint ventures is a plus.

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