Senior Engineer - Electrical

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Job Description Job Summary We seek a seasoned electromechanical engineer to supervise and inspect on‑site electrical, LV, mechanical, control, and instrumentation works, ensuring compliance with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC, and other applicable codes. The role oversees technical reviews, testing and commissioning, authority coordination, documentation, and handover of integrated systems including LV distribution, pumps, switchgear, control panels, SCADA, CCTV, traffic signals, and ITS devices. Roles and Responsibilities: • Supervise and inspect electromechanical works on-site, including electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation systems. • Review and comment on shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, ITPs, and as-built drawings for all electromechanical components. • Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for key equipment such as pumps, switchgear, control panels, SCADA systems, traffic signals, and ITS devices. • Ensure all works comply with relevant standards (DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC, and other applicable codes). • Identify and report non-conformances, follow up on corrective actions, and ensure resolution prior to system handover. Coordination & Interface Management • Liaise with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, Etisalat, DU, and other authorities for inspections, approvals, and NOCs. • Coordinate with the Contractor’s electromechanical team and other discipline engineers to resolve technical and interface issues. • Ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical systems with civil works and other project disciplines. Testing, Commissioning & Handover • Oversee pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring they meet approved procedures and performance requirements. • Review and verify O&M manuals, training materials, and spare parts lists submitted by the Contractor. • Assist in punch list preparation, system performance verification, and final handover of electromechanical systems. Documentation & Reporting • Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, commissioning activities, and equipment deliveries. • Prepare daily and weekly reports on electromechanical works progress, key issues, and milestones achieved. • Support claims review and variation order assessments related to electromechanical works. Technical & Problem-Solving • Provide technical support to site inspectors and junior engineers. • Proactively identify and resolve technical problems to avoid delays and cost overruns. • Support value engineering initiatives for electromechanical systems to optimize cost and efficiency. Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred). • Typically 10+ years of relevant experience, including site supervision of electromechanical works on large infrastructure projects. • Demonstrated experience with LV systems (MDB/SMDB, panel boards, cabling, earthing, lightning protection, UPS), and CCTV/ELV systems (cameras, NVR/VMS, networking, storage, integration). • Hands‑on experience with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and handover of integrated E&M and control systems (e.g., SCADA, ITS, traffic signals, pumping systems, MV/LV switchgear, CCTV). • Strong familiarity with DEWA and Dubai Civil Defence requirements, NOC processes, and regional authority interfaces. • Proven knowledge of NFPA, IEC, and relevant international and local standards/codes. Additional Information At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. 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Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (Master’s preferred). Typically 10+ years of relevant experience, including site supervision of electromechanical works on large infrastructure projects. Demonstrated experience with LV systems (MDB/SMDB, panel boards, cabling, earthing, lightning protection, UPS), and CCTV/ELV systems (cameras, NVR/VMS, networking, storage, integration). Hands‑on experience with FAT/SAT, commissioning, and handover of integrated E&M and control systems (e.g., SCADA, ITS, traffic signals, pumping systems, MV/LV switchgear, CCTV). Strong familiarity with DEWA and Dubai Civil Defence requirements, NOC processes, and regional authority interfaces. Proven knowledge of NFPA, IEC, and relevant international and local standards/codes.

Supervise and inspect electromechanical works on-site, including electrical, mechanical, control, and instrumentation systems. Review and comment on shop drawings, method statements, material submittals, ITPs, and as-built drawings for all electromechanical components. Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT) and site acceptance tests (SAT) for key equipment such as pumps, switchgear, control panels, SCADA systems, traffic signals, and ITS devices. Ensure all works comply with relevant standards (DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, NFPA, IEC, and other applicable codes). Identify and report non-conformances, follow up on corrective actions, and ensure resolution prior to system handover. Liaise with DEWA, Dubai Civil Defence, Etisalat, DU, and other authorities for inspections, approvals, and NOCs. Coordinate with the Contractor’s electromechanical team and other discipline engineers to resolve technical and interface issues. Ensure seamless integration of electrical and mechanical systems with civil works and other project disciplines. Oversee pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, ensuring they meet approved procedures and performance requirements. Review and verify O&M manuals, training materials, and spare parts lists submitted by the Contractor. Assist in punch list preparation, system performance verification, and final handover of electromechanical systems. Maintain accurate records of inspections, test results, commissioning activities, and equipment deliveries. Prepare daily and weekly reports on electromechanical works progress, key issues, and milestones achieved. Support claims review and variation order assessments related to electromechanical works. Provide technical support to site inspectors and junior engineers. Proactively identify and resolve technical problems to avoid delays and cost overruns. Support value engineering initiatives for electromechanical systems to optimize cost and efficiency.