Electrical Engineer

KEO International Consultants; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Study assistance sponsorship

Employee referral rewards

Individual athletic sponsorship

Job summary

KEO International Consultants in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is seeking a talented Electrical Engineer with a strong track record in large-scale mixed-use projects. The role focuses on on-site supervision, technical support, and ensuring compliance with codes and contract specs.

The ideal candidate has about 12 years of UAE experience and a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, with proven ability to coordinate with utilities, review shop drawings, and lead site inspections.

Qualifications

• 12 years of work experience with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Experience on large-scale mixed-use projects in UAE is preferred.
• On-site supervision and technical support for electrical systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design and implementation of electrical systems, including power distribution and lighting.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, standards, and project requirements.
• Coordinate with national utility providers to ensure connections and compliance.
• Review and approve electrical shop drawings and material submittals.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress and quality.
• Inspect and test electrical installations at various construction stages.
• Investigate and resolve electrical-related defects in coordination with contractors.
• Prepare detailed records of inspections, tests, and non-conformances.
• Ensure on-site safety and enforce safety protocols.
• Provide technical guidance to the construction team on electrical matters.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Site supervision

Code compliance

Client coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.

As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 51stlargest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.

We invite you to join us. Why?

When you join KEO, you’ll discover more than just a job – you’ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards.

• hybrid working arrangements
• individual athletic sponsorship
• study assistance sponsorship
• employee referral rewards

Responsibilities

Our newest opportunity is for a talented Electrical Engineer to join our team based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The position is responsible for providing on-site supervision and technical support for all electrical engineering aspects of the project. This includes ensuring compliance with all relevant codes, standards, and contract specifications.

We envisage success in this role to include;

• Oversee the design and implementation of electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, and any other relevant electrical installations.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes, standards, and regulations in the country where the project is located.
• Coordinate with national utility providers (electricity, water, gas, etc.) to ensure smooth and timely connections. This includes liaising with utility companies, reviewing their connection procedures, and ensuring compliance with their requirements.
• Review and approve electrical shop drawings and material submittals from contractors and subcontractors to ensure they meet project specifications and quality standards.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor the progress of electrical works and ensure adherence to approved plans and schedules.
• Inspect and test electrical installations at various stages of construction, including but not limited to: wiring, outlets, lighting fixtures, and grounding systems.
• Investigate and resolve any electrical-related issues or defects that arise during construction, including coordination with contractors to rectify any deficiencies.
• Prepare and maintain detailed records of all electrical inspections, tests, and non-conformances.
• Ensure the safety of all electrical work on site. This includes implementing and enforcing safety protocols, conducting regular safety inspections, and addressing any safety hazards identified.
• Provide technical support and guidance to the construction team on all electrical-related matters. This may include answering technical questions, resolving design conflicts, and assisting with the interpretation of electrical drawings and specifications.

Qualifications

To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include 12 years of work experience partnered with a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience gained from working on large-scale Mized-use (villas & Apartments) projects in UAE is being looked for.

KEO’s performance is founded upon integrity, results, innovation, safety, and our people. We embrace diversity and recognise its’ contribution to client success wherever we work.