GHD

Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Abu Dhabi, UAEPosted 3 months ago

Salary
AED 28k–42k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
Remote

About the role

Job Description With over 14,000 professionals globally, GHD is a leading multidisciplinary professional services company delivering engineering, design, and advisory solutions across water, energy, resources, environment, property & buildings, and transportation sectors. About The Role As a Senior Design Electrical Engineer, you will lead the electrical design scope across a variety of infrastructure, buildings, and transport projects. You will provide technical direction, mentor junior engineers, and ensure delivery excellence in compliance with local authority regulations and international standards. Roles & Responsibilities • Lead the design of electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, earthing, and lightning protection. • Prepare detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks. • Conduct electrical calculations: load analysis, short-circuit analysis, voltage drop, and cable sizing. • Ensure compliance with DEWA, ADDC, UAE Fire Code, and other authority requirements. • Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems. • Supervise junior engineers and ensure adherence to delivery standards and procedures. • Provide technical leadership and resolve design challenges using industry best practices. • Maintain client relationships and ensure repeat business through excellent service and delivery. • May be responsible for smaller or routine projects as Project Manager. Qualifications & Experience • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. • Minimum 8+years of experience in electrical design, preferably in the UAE. • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and electrical design software. • Strong understanding of UAE authority requirements and international codes. • Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams. • Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills. Why Join Us? • Work on globally significant projects, influencing the next generation of AI and hyperscale data centre design. • Be part of a globally recognised, fast-growing mission critical team delivering projects that blend technical excellence, sustainability, and commercial success. • Collaborate in a multi-disciplinary, innovative environment where your input shapes both standardised and bespoke solutions. • Join a team that values knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and professional excellence. • Be part of a workplace that combines collaboration, flexibility, and connection. Join us in the office three days per week to contribute, connect and excel in our vibrant environment. Our Pledge to You At GHD, we don’t just believe in the power of commitment, we live and breathe it every day. That’s why we pledge to empower our people to make a positive impact. Combining our deep technical expertise with the capabilities of our clients and partners, we respond to some of the most complex challenges facing our planet today. See where your commitment could take you. That’s the #PowerOfCommitment

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 8+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in the UAE. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Navisworks, and electrical design software. Strong understanding of UAE authority requirements and international codes. Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams. Excellent problem-solving, coordination, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Lead the design of electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, earthing, and lightning protection. Prepare detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks. Conduct electrical calculations: load analysis, short-circuit analysis, voltage drop, and cable sizing. Ensure compliance with DEWA, ADDC, UAE Fire Code, and other authority requirements. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems. Supervise junior engineers and ensure adherence to delivery standards and procedures. Provide technical leadership and resolve design challenges using industry best practices. Maintain client relationships and ensure repeat business through excellent service and delivery. May be responsible for smaller or routine projects as Project Manager.

Skills

  • AutoCAD
  • Revit
  • Navisworks
  • electrical design software
  • load analysis
  • short-circuit analysis
  • voltage drop
  • cable sizing
  • lighting design
  • power distribution
  • fire alarms
  • earthing
  • lightning protection
  • DEWA compliance
  • ADDC compliance
  • UAE Fire Code
  • multidisciplinary coordination
  • mentoring engineers
  • project management

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