Irrigation Engineer

About

We are seeking a skilled and innovative Irrigation Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and management of irrigation and water infrastructure projects for agricultural development initiatives nationwide.

Responsibilities

• Lead in design conceptualisation, designing, hydraulic planning, and interpretation of irrigation engineering drawings and technical specifications
• Lead the planning, execution, and management of irrigation and water infrastructure projects.
• Monitor irrigation performance and recommend improvements
• Coordinate installation and maintenance of irrigation infrastructure
• Ensure efficient water management and sustainability practices
• Collaborate with project teams on agricultural infrastructure development

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agricultural Engineering, Irrigation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field
• Minimum of 5 years relevant experience in irrigation, hydraulic engineering, or agricultural water management projects
• Strong understanding of sprinkler, drip, center pivot, and surface irrigation systems
• Proficiency in irrigation and hydraulic engineering software such as EPANET, WaterCAD, HEC-RAS, HEC-HMS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D,IrriCADand GIS
• Experience in hydraulic modelling, water resource planning, and irrigation network analysis
• Strong technical, analytical, and project management skills
• Professional certification or COREN registration is an added advantage

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in:

• Irrigation Engineering & Water Management
• Agricultural Water Systems Design
• Irrigation Network Installation & Maintenance
• Pumping Systems and Hydraulic Design
• Water Resource Planning
• Climate-Smart Agriculture Solutions
• Agribusiness, Irrigation, or Agricultural Infrastructure Projects

Relevant software proficiency required:

• AutoCAD,·Civil 3D,·EPANET,·HEC-RAS,·HEC-HMS,·GIS,·WaterCAD
• SWMM,·Microsoft Project or Primavera P6,·IrriCAD

We are looking for someone who is:

• Technically competent and solution-oriented
• Proactive and innovative
• Experienced in agricultural irrigation systems
• Capable of managing projects from design to execution
• Passionate about sustainable agriculture and water efficiency
• Able to support large-scale agricultural expansion initiatives

Location

• Abuja & Delta but will required to travel to different project sites.

Salary

Very competitive inline with industry standard.

Application Closing Date

18th June, 2026.