Associate Electrical Engineer
Due to the continuing success and growth of our AESG team, a fantastic opportunity has opened up at our award-winning Specialist Consultancy, Engineering and Advisory Firm.
We are headquartered in London, Riyadh, Singapore and Dubai, Cape Town, Cairo & Sydney working throughout the Middle East, Europe and Asia. Our areas of expertise are represented in four core verticals: Building Engineering, Planning and Infrastructure, Strategy and Advisory and Commissioning, Handover and Asset Management.
We pride ourselves in being leaders in the industry in each of the services that we offer. We have one of the largest dedicated team with decades of cumulative experience in sustainable design, fire and life safety, cost management, façade engineering, commissioning, building performance, waste management, environmental consultancy, carbon management and acoustics.
JOB PURPOSE
Associate Electrical Engineer, reporting directly to the Company Electrical Lead, responsible for the design, coordination and delivery of electrical building services across built environment projects in the GCC, with a focus on the UAE.
Provide strategic technical leadership and authoritative guidance on all electrical disciplines, including power distribution, lighting, earthing and lightning protection, life safety and renewable energy systems.
Lead the QA/QC of the electrical design team's deliverables, ensuring technical excellence, consistency and compliance with project briefs, company standards and regulatory requirements.
Develop, implement and maintain company electrical standards, design manuals, templates and quality systems aligned with international best practice.
Act as the primary electrical engineering interface with clients, architects, contractors, other disciplines and regulatory authorities.
Capable of independently delivering complex electrical designs from concept through construction support whilst maintaining technical excellence and commercial awareness.
QUALIFICATION / EXPERIENCE
Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering field.
Chartered Engineer status or equivalent professional accreditation (CIBSE, IET, IEEE or equivalent).
Minimum of 15 years' experience in the design and delivery of electrical building services within the MEPF and built environment sector.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in a senior or associate-level engineering role within a consultancy or design organisation.
Extensive GCC project experience with a strong portfolio of delivered projects, focused on the UAE.
Demonstrable experience leading electrical design on large-scale, complex developments including healthcare, hospitality, commercial, residential and mixed-use.
Proficiency in design and analysis software such as:
Revit and AutoCAD (BIM modelling and multidisciplinary coordination)
Electrical design and calculation software such as Amtech, ETAP or SKM
Lighting design software such as DIALux or Relux
Strong knowledge of international and local electrical codes and standards:
BS 7671 (IET Wiring Regulations), BS / EN and IEC Standards (including IEC 60364 and IEC 61439)
CIBSE Guides and Design Guidance
UAE / GCC codes and local authority requirements
Demonstrable experience developing, implementing and maintaining company standards, design manuals and QA/QC systems.
GENERAL EXPECTANCY
Lead the QA/QC of electrical design deliverables across multiple high-value and complex projects, ensuring technical accuracy, compliance and consistency.
Own the technical design strategy, engineering approach and innovation agenda for assigned electrical projects.
Develop, implement and maintain company electrical standards, design manuals, templates and quality systems in line with international best practice.
Review and approve the work of Electrical Engineers, Senior Engineers and Graduates.
Mentor and develop junior team members, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
Provide authoritative technical guidance on complex electrical engineering challenges.
Lead design reviews, interdisciplinary coordination workshops and client presentations.
Champion innovation, sustainability and best practice in electrical building services design.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead the QA/QC of the electrical design team's deliverables, including drawings, calculations, specifications and reports.
Develop, implement and maintain company electrical standards, design manuals, templates and quality systems.
Lead the design and coordination of electrical building services including:
LV and MV Power Distribution Systems
Substations, Generators and Uninterruptible Power Supplies
Internal and External Lighting Design
Earthing and Lightning Protection Systems
Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems
Renewable Energy and Photovoltaic Systems
Building Controls and Energy Management Integration
Perform and review engineering calculations, load estimations, cable sizing and protection coordination using Amtech or ETAP.
Lead BIM-enabled design delivery and multidisciplinary coordination using Revit.
Review specialist contractor designs, calculations and submittals.
Develop technical reports, basis of design and specifications.
Lead authority approval submissions including Dubai Municipality, DEWA and relevant regulatory bodies.
Ensure designs comply with project briefs, client standards and regulatory requirements.
PROJECT DELIVERY
Manage electrical workstreams on large and complex projects, ensuring technical and commercial success.
Plan workloads, resource requirements and budgets for electrical deliverables.
Monitor programme compliance and milestone achievement.
Lead client presentations, technical workshops and design coordination meetings.
Develop project execution strategies and innovative digital delivery approaches.
Identify project risks and mitigation measures.
Support financial and commercial project management activities, including fee proposals and variations.
Contribute to business development, client relationship management and new work opportunities.
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES
Strong technical leadership and authoritative engineering judgment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Client-facing capability and relationship management.
Design management, coordination and strategic planning skills.
Commercial awareness and business development acumen.
Problem-solving mindset and decision-making capability.
Ability to mentor, develop and inspire technical teams.
Strong organisational, planning and prioritisation abilities.
Collaborative and proactive approach with a focus on quality, innovation and excellence.
- Department
- Engineering
- Location
- Dubai
- Employment type
- Full-time