Quick Overview
Job Description
About Netafim:
At Netafim, we work side by side with millions of farmers and communities around the world to address one of agriculture’s most pressing challenges: how to produce more food with fewer resources in an increasingly unpredictable environment. For more than 60 years, Netafim has been a global leader in precision irrigation, powered by people working across teams and geographies to bring together agronomy, engineering, data, and innovation.
Together, we help improve decision-making in the field and drive better outcomes across crops and climates — turning complexity into clarity and making agriculture more precise, efficient, and sustainable to enable farmers to grow more with less.
About Orbia:
Orbia Advance Corporation is a company driven by a shared purpose: to advance life around the world. Orbia operates in the Polymer Solutions, Building & Infrastructure (Wavin), Precision Agriculture (Netafim), Connectivity Solutions (Dura-Line) and Fluor & Energy Materials sectors. The five Orbia business groups have a collective focus on ensuring food and water security, expanding information access and connectivity, and advancing decarbonization and the energy transition with basic and advanced materials, specialty products, and innovative solutions. Orbia has a global team of over 22,000 employees, commercial activities in more than 100 countries and operations in over 50, with a strong U.S. manufacturing presence and headquarters in Boston, Mexico City, Amsterdam, and Tel Aviv. The company generated $7.6 billion in revenue in 2025. To learn more, visit: orbia.com
Bulk Water Supply System Design
The candidate should possess strong experience in the planning, design, and execution of bulk water supply infrastructure, including:
Conceptual and hydraulic design of water supply systems, covering pipeline sizing, flow calculations, pump stations, reservoirs, and water storage tanks.
Detailed engineering and execution design for water infrastructure projects, including construction drawings, technical specifications, equipment schedules, and Bill of Quantities (BOQ).
Experience working with piping systems such as GRP, PVC, HDPE, and PE pipelines.
Mandatory Technical Expertise
Autodesk Civil 3D (Must Have): Proven hands-on experience in pipeline profile/L-section development, corridor modeling, and site grading using Civil 3D. Experience limited to AutoCAD or GIS platforms alone will not be considered sufficient.
GRP Pipeline Systems (Must Have): Strong practical experience in GRP pipeline design, installation, testing, and commissioning, with a sound understanding of industry standards and installation practices.
Civil Engineering Design & Estimation: Experience in preparing detailed civil engineering designs, quantity take-offs, and BOQs for:
Earthworks and site development
Reservoirs and canals
Irrigation structures and valve chambers
Concrete structures such as slabs, thrust blocks, and related civil works
Design Software Proficiency: Working knowledge of:
Autodesk Civil 3D
AutoCAD
WaterGEMS / EPANET
IrriCAD or equivalent hydraulic and irrigation design software
Industry Experience: Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in the design and implementation of civil infrastructure and water supply projects.
Preferred Qualifications and Additional Skills
Experience in irrigation system design, including drip and sprinkler irrigation networks.
Familiarity with land surveying, GIS platforms, and geospatial data management.
Ability to present technical solutions and engineering proposals to customers and stakeholders in India and international markets.
Strong multitasking and project coordination capabilities, with the ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with tight schedules and project deadlines.
Educational Qualifications
Diploma / B.E. / M.E. in Civil Engineering or related discipline.
Practical site experience in the installation, supervision, and execution of civil infrastructure and water supply projects will be a distinct advantage.
Prior team leadership or people management experience is desirable.
Key Responsibilities
Analyze project data and define design parameters for water supply and irrigation systems, ensuring efficient operation and long-term maintainability.
Design complete water supply and irrigation systems using approved engineering methodologies, software tools, and organizational design standards.
Develop detailed site development, grading, and earthwork plans using designated design software.
Collaborate closely with Designers, Team Leaders, Project Engineers, and Project Managers throughout the project lifecycle, from concept development through final design.
Review and supervise engineering drawings and design outputs to support both bid preparation and project execution activities.
Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and engineering specifications to support sales, tendering, and implementation teams.
Develop comprehensive Bills of Quantities (BOQs) and material take-offs for project proposals and execution.
Provide technical support during project implementation, including domestic and international travel when required.
Software Proficiency Requirements
Mandatory
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
AutoCAD
Autodesk Civil 3D
WaterGEMS / EPANET or equivalent hydraulic modeling software
Preferred / Added Advantage
QGIS
IrriCAD
Other irrigation design and hydraulic modeling platforms