POOJA ARLEKAR
Bengaluru
Summary
Design Engineer with 9+ years of experience in planning, hydraulic modeling, and design of wet utility infrastructure for large-scale residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments across India, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Oman regions. Demonstrated capability in owning design packages, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams and authorities, reviewing technical submissions and delivering projects from concept to tender stage. Strong proficiency in Bentley hydraulic modeling tools and GIS platforms with consistent exposure to senior-level responsibilities.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Design Engineer - Wet Utilities
Khatib & Alami
Bengaluru
2021 - Current
• Deliver concept, schematic, detailed design, and tender documentation for wet utilities on large-scale infrastructure and mixed-use developments
• Perform hydraulic modelling, demand assessment, and network optimization using Bentley platforms
• Review technical submissions and drawings for design compliance and constructability
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, authorities, and clients during design development
• Prepare design reports, calculations, drawings, and NOC documentation
• Support master planning activities and assist senior engineers in strategic design decisions
Hydraulic Design Engineer
Tandon Urban Planning Solutions
Mumbai
2016 - 2021
• Designed potable water, sewerage, and recycled water networks for urban and regional infrastructure projects
• Conducted steady-state hydraulic modelling, demand forecasting, and transmission main design
• Prepared DPRs, technical reports, drawings, and cost estimates
• Coordinated with PMCs, clients, and local authorities
• Participated in site visits and construction-stage clarifications
Education
Masters In Environmental Engineering
Sinhgad College of Engineering
Pune08-2015
Bachelors In Environmental Engineering
Kolhapur Institute Of Technology
Kolhapur05-2013
Skills
Hydraulic Pressure Network Modelling
Potable Water Distribution & Transmission
Recycled / TSE Water Networks
Sewerage (Gravity & Pressure) Systems
Firefighting Systems
Pump Station Planning & Analysis
Infrastructure Master Planning
Utility Coordination & Clash Detection
Design Optimization & Cost Efficiency
Technical Reports & Tender Documentation
Authority & Client Coordination
Team Leadership
Resource optimization
Effective Communication Skills
Key Project Experience
• Delivered wet utility designs for master planned residential townships, commercial developments, and mixed-use projects
• Worked on city-scale water supply and transmission systems
• Contributed to high-profile Middle East projects involving authority coordination and international standards
• Involved in design review assignments ensuring compliance and optimization
Utilities Covered:
Potable Water, Recycled/TSE Water, Sewerage, Stormwater, Irrigation, Firefighting
Geographical Experience:
India, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman
Certification
ISO 14001 - Environmental Management Systems
Technical Skills
Engineering Software:
Bentley WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, SewerCAD, Infoworks WS Pro, EPANET
GIS & Drafting:
ArcGIS, QGIS, AutoCAD, Civil 3D (basic), Navisworks, BIM
Documentation & Tools:
MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
Design Standards:
Indian Standards, UAE Authority Standards, Saudi Arabian Standards, Oman Guidelines
Languages
English | Hindi | Kannada | Marathi
Timeline
Design Engineer - Wet Utilities
Khatib & Alami
2021 - Current
Hydraulic Design Engineer
Tandon Urban Planning Solutions
2016 - 2021
Masters In Environmental Engineering
Sinhgad College of Engineering
Bachelors In Environmental Engineering
Kolhapur Institute Of Technology