Lead Dry Utilities Engineer

Job Description

Overview

We’re Atkins Realis, a world-leading Design, Engineering and Project Management organization. Created by the integration of long-standing organizations dating back to 1911, we are a world-leading professional services and project management company dedicated to engineering a better future for our planet and its people. We create sustainable solutions that connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

We deploy global capabilities locally to our clients and deliver unique end-to-end services across the whole life cycle of an asset including consulting, advisory & environmental services, intelligent networks & cybersecurity, design & engineering, procurement, project & construction management, operations & maintenance, decommissioning and capital.

The breadth and depth of our capabilities are delivered to clients in key strategic sectors such as Engineering Services, Nuclear, Operations & Maintenance and Capital. Using your experience and knowledge, you will be leading the delivery of a variety of projects drawing upon the wider team for the technical engineering requirements and building a strong relationship with our clients. You will be client-facing, responsible for the delivery of our work and making sure it meets our client’s expectations.

We are looking for Electrical Engineers with Infrastructure design (EHV/MV/LV) and dry utility design experience to undertake engineering design roles for projects in the Middle East. The candidate shall have experience in Dry utilities network design such as HV, MV, LV, Street lighting and Telecom. This is a great opportunity for a suitably qualified person with an engineering consultancy or energy sector background to gain further experience within an internationally renowned consultancy.

This position is for the Networks team within the Infrastructure vertical at Cairo Egypt

Our teams deliver on some of the most prestigious projects across the world and we rely on our talented people and their diverse thinking, expertise and knowledge. Join us and you will be part of our genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone is supported to make the most of their talents and expertise.

Your role

Roles

· To lead and deliver multidisciplinary Dry Utilities design solutions in compliance with project requirements, client expectations, authority regulations, and international engineering standards.

· The role requires providing technical leadership, design management, project coordination, and quality assurance throughout all project phases while supporting business growth and client engagement.

· Qualifications & Experience

· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering.

· Minimum 15+ years of experience in Dry Utilities design and engineering, including Power Distribution, Street Lighting, and Telecommunications networks.

· Membership of a recognized professional institution (e.g., IET) with Chartered Engineer status or actively working towards accreditation.

· Strong knowledge of Middle East utility standards, authority requirements, and industry best practices.

Key Responsibilities

· Lead the preparation, review, and approval of design documentation including Basis of Design Reports, Design Reports, Design Specifications, Technical Studies, and Design Calculations.

· Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, ensuring delivery of high-quality and compliant designs.

· Manage the design and coordination of Power Distribution, Street Lighting, and Fixed/GSM Telecommunications networks.

· Oversee street lighting calculations, feeder pillar location planning, cable sizing, voltage drop analysis, and LV cable scheduling.

· Lead telecom network planning, cable routing, and identification of key infrastructure elements such as Telecom Exchange Rooms, Meet-Me Rooms, and Junction Boxes.

· Review and approve technical specifications, standard details, and construction drawings for Dry Utilities infrastructure.

· Coordinate multidisciplinary design interfaces and lead utility clash detection and resolution activities.

· Direct Utility Corridor planning and optimization in coordination with project stakeholders.

· Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, client requirements, and local authority regulations.

· Manage client, authority, and stakeholder engagement throughout project development and approval processes.

· Lead project planning, resource allocation, workload management, and design delivery to meet project objectives.

· Support proposal preparation, technical bids, and business development initiatives.

· Participate in value engineering exercises and provide innovative, cost-effective design solutions.

· Contribute to the development of company standards, best practices, and quality management procedures.

· Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, authorities, and key project stakeholders.

· Support project managers in commercial, technical, and risk management activities.

· Perform technical reviews and act as a Discipline Lead, Design Manager, or Technical Authority as required.

About you

Core Competencies

· Dry Utilities Design Leadership

· Project & Resource Management

· Client & Authority Coordination

· Design Review & Quality Assurance

· Utility Corridor Design

· Power Distribution Systems

· Street Lighting Design

· Telecommunications Infrastructure Design

· Multidisciplinary Coordination

· Risk Management & Value Engineering

· Team Leadership & Mentoring

· Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management Skills

Behavioural requirements

· Strong English Communication Skills needed to co-ordinate with client and other internal stake holders.

· Be a part of the team which is working at different geographical locations and co-ordinate for the needs of the project.

· Flexibility to travel to client sites when required.

· Capability to work under tight deadlines while achieving objectives with the ability to deal with competing priorities and manage time appropriately.

· To provide support and advice to members the team, this may also include line management responsibilities. Atkins Realis focus is on developing our staff to realise their full potential, with development plans geared to individual needs and abilities.

Software & Design Tools

· MS Office

· AutoCAD 2D

· ETAP

· Dialux

· Amtech

· Civil 3D

· Navis works

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

· Comprehensive life insurance coverage

· Medical insurance for you and your dependents

· Annual leave balance in accordance with local labour law

· Flexible and hybrid work solutions

· Opportunity for local and global internal transfers

· Company gratuity scheme

· Discretionary bonus program

· Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis,a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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Worker Type

Job Type

At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.