Lead Electrical Engineer

ghd; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to join their rapidly growing team in Abu Dhabi. This role offers the opportunity to lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team while managing diverse projects across infrastructure, transport, and buildings. The ideal candidate will bring 12 years of experience in electrical system design and a strong understanding of local codes. This innovative firm fosters a culture of diversity and professional growth, providing attractive career options and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about engineering and ready to make a significant impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Professional Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Additional Leave

Inclusive Culture

Qualifications

• 12 years experience in electrical systems design with leadership capabilities.
• Advanced understanding of UAE electrical codes and local authority requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage design and documentation of electrical systems for various projects.
• Engage in client meetings, ensuring compliance and alignment with project objectives.

Skills

Electrical System Design

Project Management

Client Liaison

Team Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

AMTECH

PowerCAD

AGI32/Dialux

Bluebeam

Adobe Acrobat

Revit

Job description

Description

Our Building Engineering team has a strong core of highly expert industry professionals who take a long term approach to client management. Our outstanding market position and enviable reputation leads to strong trusted relationships and repeat business.

Due to a strong pipeline of projects our Abu Dhabi team is fast growing and we are seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to undertake a variety of projects across the region.

In this role you will work as part of an integrated multidisciplinary team across a variety of infrastructure, buildings, transport and other project types. This role will see you involved in:

• Leading, mentoring, training and coaching other team members.
• Undertaking and managing the design and documentation of Building Services including: electrical power reticulation and distribution systems, lighting design, small power cable routing, LV distribution and Single line diagrams, standby power generation, lightning protection and fire detection for new or revamp related projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client and authority meetings effectively ensuring clear communication, compliance with regulations and alignment with project objectives.
• Proven capability to lead and oversee multiple projects simultaneously maintaining quality, efficiency and adherence to timelines while managing resources effectively.
• Preparation and coordination of fee proposals, technical report writing, cost reporting and client liaison at project level.
• Preparation of authority submissions and construction phase services.
• Engaging clients on work winning interviews and presentations.

What you will bring to the team

• 12 years experience in the design of electrical systems and the ability to lead and manage electrical and/or multidisciplinary teams undertaking commercial, industrial, education, health, transport, infrastructure, power and controls projects.
• An advanced understanding of Electrical codes in the UAE and beyond.
• Understanding of local council/authority requirements.
• Flexibility to travel for short term project assignments.
• An understanding of renewable energy resources.
• Proficiency with industry standard software (MS Office, AutoCAD, ETAP, AMTECH, PowerCAD, AGI32/Dialux, Bluebeam, Adobe Acrobat).
• Ability/desire to carry out coordinated design in the Revit environment using CANECO software packages.

Our commitment to you

Fostering gender balance, diversity and acceptance of flexible working is central to the way GHD does business. We offer a professional, friendly and inclusive culture based on our core values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect and Integrity.

In addition to a competitive salary, GHD provides attractive career options including professional development via our GHD Business School, additional leave and family-friendly flexible work arrangements.