Design Engineer - MEP

Emirates Electrical Engineering LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Emirates Electrical Engineering LLC is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer to design, analyze, and coordinate electrical systems for construction and renovation projects in the UAE. You will prepare technical drawings, load calculations, and system layouts while ensuring compliance with local and international standards.

Reporting to the Senior Electrical Engineer, the role requires collaboration with MEP teams, architects, and contractors to develop efficient and cost-effective electrical

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical design engineering, preferably in MEP or hotel construction.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical system designs, including SLDs, load schedules, lighting layouts, power distribution, and ELV systems.
• Perform short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations, and cable sizing for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with ADDC, ADM, Civil Defense, and other regulators in UAE.
• Coordinate with mechanical and structural teams for integrated design.
• Manage drafting teams for each project.
• Prepare and submit technical reports, BOQs, and material specs for review.

Skills

Electrical design

Load calculations

SLD

Dialux

ETAP

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

ELV systems

Coordination with MEP

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Dialux

ETAP

Job description

Every employee at Al Rostamani Group plays a role in making a real difference to the business and our customers. We care for our employees by offering them meaningful and purposeful work and an opportunity to grow, learn, contribute and succeed. Today, the Al Rostamani Group has come a long way since its birth in 1957. Our group has grown steadfastly with the guiding principles of Commitment, Care & Vision, alongside a strong sense of active involvement in the community. We are a well-diversified group, with a key presence in industries such as General Trading, Automobiles and Heavy Equipment, Travel, Foreign Exchange, Financial Services, Property Management, Construction, Infrastructure Development and Information Technology Services. Our Group employs approximately 2000 people from 41 different nationalities, which contributes to our multicultural and multi-national environment.

Emirates Electrical Engineering is a specialized business platform that provides comprehensive turnkey solutions combining development, financing, construction and operation of solar rooftops for commercial and industrial building in the UAE, also a responsive and flexible organization dedicated for the design and construction of turnkey electrical power projects such as High Voltage Substations, Cable Networks and Transmission Lines.

The Electrical Design Engineer is responsible for the design, analysis, and coordination of electrical systems in construction and renovation projects. Reporting to the Senior Electrical Engineer, the role involves preparing technical drawings, load calculations, and system layouts while ensuring compliance with local regulations and international standards. The Electrical Design Engineer also works closely with MEP teams, architects, and contractors to develop efficient and cost-effective electrical solutions.

Job Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

• Develop electrical system designs, including Single Line Diagrams (SLD), load schedules, lighting layouts, power distribution, and ELV systems.
• Perform short circuit calculations, voltage drop calculations, and cable sizing to ensure system efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with ADDC, ADM, Civil Defense, and other regulatory authorities in Abu Dhabi.
• Coordinate with mechanical and structural teams to integrate electrical systems seamlessly.
• Manage drafting teams assigned for each project.

Project Coordination & Reporting

• Prepare and submit technical reports, BOQs, and material specifications to the Senior Electrical Engineer for review and approval.
• Conduct design reviews and clash detection to resolve coordination issues before construction.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and suppliers to ensure alignment on technical specifications.

Compliance & Quality Control

• Ensure all designs comply with IEEE, NEC, IEC, and local authority standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and feasibility studies to optimize design solutions.
• Support the Senior Electrical Engineer in ensuring project designs meet energy efficiency and sustainability goals.

Software & Tools

• Utilize AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, ETAP, and other relevant electrical design software.
• Prepare 3D models and simulations for accurate design representation.

Job Requirements

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in electrical design engineering, preferably in the MEP or hotel construction sector.

Skills

• Electrical System Design - Expertise in designing power distribution, lighting, ELV, and grounding systems.
• Load Calculations & SLDs - Ability to perform electrical load calculations, short circuit studies, and develop Single Line Diagrams (SLDs).
• Software Proficiency - Experience with AutoCAD, Revit MEP, Dialux, ETAP, and electrical design tools.
• MEP Coordination - Collaborating with HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection teams for integrated design.
• Compliance & Standards - Knowledge of IEC, NEC, BS, DEWA, ADDC, ADM, and ESTIDAMA requirements.
• Lighting Design & Control - Designing lighting layouts and specifying control systems for energy efficiency.
• Extra Low Voltage (ELV) Systems - Experience in designing BMS, access control, CCTV, fire alarms, and telecom systems.
• Voltage Drop & Short Circuit Analysis - Conducting electrical simulations and analysis for system efficiency.
• Specification & BOQ Preparation - Writing technical specifications and preparing Bills of Quantities (BOQ).
• Sustainability & Energy Efficiency - Implementing energy-saving strategies and green building practices.

Certifications

• ADDC and DEWA approval (preferred only)

This is a talent pooling role. Offers will be issued subject to project finalization.

At Al Rostamani Group, we seek talented people who work hard to achieve great things. We consider not only your skills and experience, but also your passion for the role, your desire to learn and how well you align with our core values of care, commitment and vision.