Utility Engineer

About the role

Egis Group is seeking a detail‑oriented Utility Engineer to join its Kuwait City team. The role focuses on designing, installing, maintaining and optimizing utility systems that support port and terminal infrastructure, ensuring reliable and efficient operations in a dynamic environment.

Key responsibilities

• Design, install and maintain electrical, water, HVAC and other utility systems across port and terminal facilities.
• Conduct regular inspections and diagnostic assessments to identify issues and improvement opportunities.
• Develop and implement preventive maintenance schedules to minimise downtime.
• Troubleshoot system failures and coordinate timely repairs with maintenance teams.
• Ensure compliance with local, regional and international safety standards and regulations.
• Monitor system performance using SCADA and other technologies to optimise efficiency.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports and recommendations for upgrades.
• Collaborate with operations, safety and management teams on infrastructure projects.
• Analyse utility consumption data to identify cost‑saving and efficiency opportunities.
• Respond to emergency utility failures and implement corrective actions.

Required profile

• Minimum 12 years of experience in utility systems management, maintenance or engineering within port, terminal or industrial settings.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical, water distribution, HVAC and hydraulic systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex utility infrastructure issues.
• Experience with SCADA, maintenance management software and industrial control systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar design documentation tools.
• Understanding of port and terminal operations and related regulatory requirements.

Required skills

• Electrical systems engineering
• Water distribution systems
• HVAC systems
• Hydraulic systems
• SCADA monitoring
• AutoCAD
• Maintenance management software
• Industrial control systems