NOK Human Capital

Lead Electrical Engineer - Telecom Indusrty - KSA

Dammam, Saudi ArabiaPosted 4 days ago

Salary
AED 7k–12k a month· est.
Job type
Contract
Level
Lead
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
Remote

About the role

Position: Lead Electrical Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time Contract (12 Months, renewable based on performance and project needs) Location: Remote / Project Sites (Saudi Arabia — 40+ km outside Dammam / Ras Al-Khair / Wa'ad Al-Shamal) Experience Level: 5–10 years Industry Preference: Telecom Sector Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee the design, installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical systems across remote project sites. In this role, you will lead the electrical engineering team, manage technical compliance, and coordinate closely with cross-functional teams, consultants, and subcontractors to deliver high-quality works on schedule. Key Responsibilities • Technical Leadership & Supervision: Lead electrical installation activities and supervise the electrical engineering team to ensure timely and compliant project execution. • Design & Technical Review: Review and approve technical documents, engineering drawings, specifications, Material Take-Offs (MTOs), technical submittals, method statements, and inspection requests. • Testing & Commissioning: Coordinate and manage system inspection, testing, commissioning, and final handover procedures. • Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Procurement, QA/QC, HSE, Testing & Commissioning teams, client representatives, consultants, and subcontractors. • Problem Solving & Progress Monitoring: Monitor daily site progress, resolve complex technical issues, and address site challenges proactively. Key Requirements • Experience: 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering. • Domain Expertise: Proven track record within the Telecom sector. • Technical Skills: Deep familiarity with electrical system design, technical submittals, installation standards, and commissioning protocols. • Mobility: Willingness to work on-site at remote locations. • Leadership: Strong communication and team-management skills to lead site teams and align external stakeholders.

Requirements

Experience: 5 to 10 years of progressive experience in electrical engineering. Domain Expertise: Proven track record within the Telecom sector. Technical Skills: Deep familiarity with electrical system design, technical submittals, installation standards, and commissioning protocols. Mobility: Willingness to work on-site at remote locations. Leadership: Strong communication and team-management skills to lead site teams and align external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

Technical Leadership & Supervision: Lead electrical installation activities and supervise the electrical engineering team to ensure timely and compliant project execution. Design & Technical Review: Review and approve technical documents, engineering drawings, specifications, Material Take-Offs (MTOs), technical submittals, method statements, and inspection requests. Testing & Commissioning: Coordinate and manage system inspection, testing, commissioning, and final handover procedures. Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Engineering, Construction, Procurement, QA/QC, HSE, Testing & Commissioning teams, client representatives, consultants, and subcontractors. Problem Solving & Progress Monitoring: Monitor daily site progress, resolve complex technical issues, and address site challenges proactively.

Skills

  • Electrical system design
  • Technical submittals
  • Installation standards
  • Commissioning protocols
  • Design review
  • Project coordination
  • Team leadership
  • MTOs (Material Take-Offs)
  • Inspection requests
  • HSE collaboration
  • QA/QC coordination
  • Testing coordination
  • Site supervision
  • Cross-functional communication

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