Technical Manager

What the work is

About the Role Acwa China is seeking a Technical Manager to provide essential engineering support and technical consultancy to NOMAC-operated power and water production facilities in Saudi Arabia. This full-time role focuses on resolving operational difficulties, evaluating material performance, and optimizing plant designs to enhance performance, minimize costs, and ensure sustainability. Key Responsibilities Conduct diligent verification of basic data, design specifications, and system standards for major plant equipment installed or to be installed in NOMAC-operated projects. Participate in developing the "Scope of Work" to define functional requirements and equipment specifications for system/equipment modifications by outsourced agencies. Assist Plant Management in responding to technical queries and clarifications from contractors. Support Plant O&M crews in analyzing critical system upsets and operating problems, recommending measures to prevent recurrences. Perform Residual Life Assessment (RLA) studies for major plant equipment, recommending corrective actions for lifespan extension and economic utilization. Provide engineering support and technical consultancy to NOMAC Plants in the following areas: Applied Studies: Process development and optimization of thermal and membrane desalination, pretreatment processes, root cause identification of corrosion/scaling, environmental impact assessment, and life prediction of major equipment. Evaluation Studies: Performance evaluation of materials (*, proprietary chemicals, metallic alloys, non-metallic construction materials, coatings) and equipment (*, pressure exchangers, condenser tubes, RO/UF membranes). Troubleshooting Studies: Failure case studies, event investigations, suggesting remedial actions for recurring problems, and monitoring feed/product water qualities. Perform other assigned duties. Qualifications and Experience A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in engineering support and technical consultancy for power and water producing facilities. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot operational difficulties and evaluate material performance. Experience in reviewing plant/equipment designs and specifications. Work Environment The Technical Manager will be required to travel frequently to various plant locations, driving independently. Physical inspections within segments of MSF distillers/boilers will be necessary. The role may involve working jointly with designers and contractors on-site during the design, erection, and commissioning phases of plants.