Electrical Design

Sisco Jobs; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join a client’s engineering team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing electrical systems, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, experience with electrical design software, and excellent communication skills. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience and requires 4 to 5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline is required.
• Diploma holders with strong experience may be considered.
• Additional certifications in AutoCAD, Revit MEP or ETAP are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and layout plans for projects.
• Design power distribution systems, lighting layouts, earthing systems, and control wiring.
• Conduct electrical load calculations and short-circuit analysis.
• Prepare BOQs, technical specifications and cable sizing reports.
• Review client requirements, applicable codes and industry standards.

Skills

Proficiency in electrical CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, etc.)

Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, codes (IEC, NEC, IS) and safety standards

Experience with electrical simulation and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, Dialux, E-Plan)

Excellent analytical, documentation and troubleshooting skills

Effective communication and ability to work in cross-functional teams

Time management and ability to handle multiple design projects

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Diploma holders with strong experience

Additional certifications in AutoCAD, Revit MEP or ETAP

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

ETAP

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Dubai

Experience Required: 4 to 5 Years

Salary: Depends on Experience

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Electrical Design Engineer to join our client’s engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing electrical systems, preparing technical documentation, and ensuring compliance with relevant standards and client specifications. This role requires proficiency in electrical design software, project coordination skills and a thorough understanding of power distribution control systems and electrical safety codes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop electrical design drawings, schematics, single-line diagrams, and layout plans for projects.
• Design power distribution systems, lighting layouts, earthing systems, and control wiring.
• Conduct electrical load calculations and short-circuit analysis.
• Prepare BOQs (Bill of Quantities), technical specifications and cable sizing reports.
• Collaborate with mechanical and civil teams to ensure coordinated project delivery.
• Review client requirements, applicable codes (e.g., IEC, NEC) and industry standards.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for material selection and design validation.
• Provide technical support during procurement, installation and commissioning phases.
• Ensure designs comply with safety regulations, environmental requirements and energy efficiency standards.
• Revise and update drawings based on field feedback and redline markups.

Essential Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline (Diploma holders with strong experience may be considered).
• Additional certifications in AutoCAD, Revit MEP or ETAP are preferred.

Skills Required

• Proficiency in electrical CAD software (AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of electrical design principles, codes (IEC, NEC, IS) and safety standards.
• Experience with electrical simulation and analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, Dialux, E-Plan).
• Excellent analytical, documentation and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective communication and ability to work in cross-functional teams.
• Time management and ability to handle multiple design projects.