Electrical Engineer

AESG; Dubai; On-site; AED 360,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

AESG is seeking an experienced Electrical Building Services Design Engineer for key projects across the Middle East. You will lead electrical design, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and ensure high-quality BIM-enabled delivery from concept through construction.

Applicants should have a degree in electrical engineering, 3+ years in building services, and proficiency in Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux EVO and ETAP. UAE/GCC codes knowledge is essential; a proactive, client-focused mindset is valued.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Membership of a professional institution (IET, CIBSE, IEEE or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Electrical Building Services Design.
• Strong knowledge of local UAE/GCC codes and regulations related to Electrical system design.
• Proficiency in design software such as Revit and AutoCAD, plus Dialux EVO, ETAP, Amtech/ Trimble and Navisworks.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical engineering calculations and system design across all project stages.
• Design and develop LV Power Distribution, Small Power and Lighting Systems.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and design studies.
• Develop power demand and load assessments; equipment sizing and selection.
• Produce single-line diagrams, electrical schematics and detailed drawings.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Quality focus

Proactive attitude

Client focus

Professional development

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Dialux EVO

ETAP

Amtech

Trimble

Navisworks

Job description

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

• Deliver electrical designs that prioritize safety, durability, and performance, ensuring longevity and operational efficiency.
• Be responsible for the design, coordination and delivery of electrical engineering systems across a diverse portfolio of built environment projects throughout the Middle East.
• Support project delivery from concept design through detailed design, tender and construction stages while ensuring technical excellence, authority compliance and high-quality BIM-enabled delivery.

Qualification / Experience

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or related Engineering field
• Membership of a professional institution (IET, CIBSE, IEEE or equivalent).
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Electrical Building Services Design.
• Strong knowledge of local UAE / GCC codes and regulations related to Electrical system design.
• Proficiency in design software such as
• Revit and AutoCAD.
• Dialux EVO
• ETAP
• Amtech / Trimble
• Navisworks

GENERAL EXPECTANCY

• Significant experience and advanced competencies.
• Able to work independently on complex tasks.

Responsibilities

• Undertake electrical engineering calculations and system design across all project stages.
• Design and develop:
• LV Power Distribution Systems
• Small Power Systems
• Lighting Systems
• Emergency Lighting Systems
• Earthing & Lightning Protection Systems
• Electrical Containment Systems
• Fire Alarm Systems
• UPS Systems
• Standby Power Systems
• ELV Infrastructure Coordination
• Prepare technical reports, calculations and design studies.
• Develop power demand and load assessments.
• Undertake equipment sizing and selection.
• Produce single-line diagrams and electrical schematics.
• Prepare detailed engineering drawings and technical specifications.

PROJECT DELIVERY

• Deliver electrical engineering packages in accordance with agreed project programmes.
• Participate in concept, schematic and detailed design development.
• Coordinate project deliverables with multidisciplinary design teams.
• Attend client meetings, workshops and technical reviews.
• Support tender and construction documentation preparation.
• Contribute to successful delivery of multiple concurrent projects.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Positive and proactive attitude.
• Client-focused mindset.
• Desire to learn and develop professionally.