Electrical Engineer - Design Office

The Electrical Engineer will support the delivery of electrical building services design for a variety of projects, including mixed-use, hospitality, residential, commercial, healthcare, and infrastructure developments. The role involves preparing calculations, design drawings, technical reports, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality designs in accordance with project requirements, applicable codes, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and development of electrical systems from concept through detailed design.
• Prepare electrical calculations including load schedules, voltage drop, short circuit, lighting, and cable sizing calculations.
• Develop power, lighting, emergency power, earthing, lightning protection, and low-current system designs.
• Coordinate designs with architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, AV/IT, and security disciplines.
• Prepare and update drawings using Revit and AutoCAD.
• Participate in BIM coordination and clash resolution workshops.
• Ensure compliance with project requirements, Saudi codes, international standards, and client specifications.
• Support preparation of technical reports, design narratives, BOQs, and specifications.
• Attend internal coordination meetings and contribute to design reviews.
• Conduct site visits and assist with technical reviews, RFIs, and construction support activities when required.
• Follow QA/QC procedures and maintain project documentation.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

• 2-6 years of experience in electrical building services design.
• Experience in consulting engineering environment preferred.
• GCC/Middle East project experience is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Good understanding of electrical building systems:

  • Power Distribution
  • Lighting Systems
  • Emergency Power Systems
  • Earthing & Lightning Protection
  • Fire Alarm Systems

• Proficient in:

  • Revit MEP
  • AutoCAD
  • ETAP or equivalent power analysis software
  • Dialux / Relux
  • Microsoft Office

Knowledge

• Familiarity with IEC, NFPA, SBC, SEC requirements, and international electrical standards.
• Understanding of BIM workflows and multidisciplinary project delivery.

Competencies

• Strong technical aptitude
• Good communication skills
• Team player
• Problem-solving mindset
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Commitment to quality and continuous learning

Preferred

• Experience on large-scale mixed-use or hospitality developments.
• Understanding of Saudi authority approval processes.
• Experience working within a BIM environment.