Senior Electrical Engineer – Technical & Engineering

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support our engineering and project teams. The role will focus mainly on Engineering & Technical Activities, including electrical drawing review, material review & submittals, quantity take-offs, engineering calculations, technical evaluations, procurement support, and coordination with the project teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Review electrical drawings, specifications, BOQs, schedules, and other project documents for accuracy, compliance, and coordination.
• Review and coordinate shop drawings, design drawings, single-line diagrams, layouts, cable schedules, panel schedules, and as-built drawings.
• Prepare and review electrical engineering calculations, including load, cable sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit, lighting, and equipment sizing calculations.
• Prepare and review material submittals, technical datasheets, catalogues, samples, and compliance documents.
• Evaluate proposed electrical materials and equipment against project specifications, approved drawings, and applicable standards.
• Prepare quantity take-offs from drawings and BOQs and verify quantities for procurement, estimation, and project requirements.
• Assist procurement and commercial teams with material specifications, technical comparisons, supplier quotations, and technical evaluations.
• Review RFIs, technical queries, method statements, inspection documents, and other engineering submissions as required.
• Identify design discrepancies, technical issues, clashes, and material/quantity requirements and recommend practical solutions.
• Coordinate electrical requirements with architectural, civil, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and other disciplines.
• Provide technical support to project managers, site engineers, supervisors, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Assist with variations, technical changes, and additional works by providing engineering input and quantity information.
• Maintain proper records of technical submissions, approvals, revisions, calculations, and engineering documents.
• Provide guidance and technical support to junior engineers and drafting staff.
• Ensure engineering activities comply with project specifications, applicable codes and standards, quality requirements, and local authority requirements.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant electrical engineering experience, preferably within MEP/building construction projects.
• Strong experience in electrical engineering, technical support, design coordination, and project execution.
• Good knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, lighting, small power, earthing, lightning protection, and associated electrical equipment and materials.
• Proficient in reviewing and interpreting electrical drawings, schematics, specifications, BOQs, shop drawings, and coordinated MEP layouts.
• Experience in preparing and reviewing material submittals, quantity take-offs, technical evaluations, engineering calculations, and method statements.
• Ability to identify design and site discrepancies and provide practical engineering solutions in coordination with project and site teams.
• Good knowledge of international standards, project specifications, and UAE/local authority requirements.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; knowledge of ETAP, DIALux, Revit/BIM, or similar engineering software is an advantage.
• Ability to coordinate electrical works with architectural, structural, mechanical, ELV, and other disciplines, as well as consultants, contractors, and suppliers.
• Experience supporting testing, commissioning, inspection, handover, and as-built documentation of electrical systems.
• Strong analytical, technical, problem-solving, communication, and coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver technical support within project schedules and deadlines.
• Experience in residential, commercial, hospitality, or large-scale building projects is preferred.
• UAE project experience and familiarity with local construction practices and authority approval processes are preferred.