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.
  
  
  

Qualifications

Education / Certification / Membership

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

Other Requirements

Experience / Knowledge

• 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.
  
  
  

We believe that a diverse workforce is a key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience. We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment, and we work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.