Senior Drainage Engineer - Airside

About the role

Egis, an international engineering, consulting and construction firm active in architecture, mobility services and infrastructure, is hiring a Senior Drainage Engineer (Airside) in Bengaluru. The engineer designs, analyses and implements airfield drainage systems so they meet international aviation standards, optimise stormwater management and protect the structural integrity of runways, taxiways and aprons.

Key responsibilities

• Design and develop surface and subsurface drainage systems for airport runways, taxiways, aprons and ancillary facilities.
• Conduct hydrologic and hydraulic modelling of rainfall events, stormwater flow and system capacity using tools such as HEC-RAS, InfoDrainage or SWMM.
• Prepare technical drawings, specifications and BOQs in line with ICAO, FAA, EASA and local authority requirements.
• Inspect sites and assess drainage on new and existing airfields.
• Coordinate with airfield pavement, geotechnical and utility engineers for integrated design.
• Review contractor submittals and support contractors during construction.
• Prepare drainage reports, design justifications and presentation materials for client and regulatory review.
• Embed sustainability and resilience principles in all drainage solutions.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field (Master's preferred).
• At least 10 years of experience in drainage or stormwater engineering, including at least 5 years on airfield or transportation infrastructure design.
• Strong knowledge of aviation regulations and airport drainage design principles.
• Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage several deadlines.

Required skills

• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, MicroDrainage, InfoWorks or equivalent software.
• Knowledge of ICAO Annex 14, FAA AC 150/5320-5D and similar international standards.
• Excellent analytical, report writing and communication skills.
• SuDS certification desirable.