Lead Electrical Engineer, MEP & Data Centre - Dubai

Black & White Engineering; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & White Engineering in Dubai seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical discipline on large-scale building and infrastructure projects, from concept to construction. You will shape technical standards, mentor engineers, and build trusted client relationships, influencing decisions beyond project delivery.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance with international codes, manage project delivery, support business development, and promote

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Significant experience in MEP electrical design for buildings/infrastructure.
• Desirable data centre experience.
• Proven leadership of multidisciplinary teams and delivery.
• Strong knowledge of international/regional design standards.
• Ability to manage client relationships and provide strategic leadership.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and recognised electrical design software.
• Strong commercial awareness with budgets, programmes and change management.
• Chartered Engineer or professional membership preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.
• Collaborative professional who drives continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading the electrical discipline on large-scale projects from concept through design and construction support.
• Providing technical oversight and QA across project teams and stages.
• Developing and reviewing electrical designs, specs, calculations, reports, drawings, and contracts.
• Ensuring compliance with codes, regulations, and client requirements.
• Acting as a technical authority for electrical engineering within the business.
• Managing client relationships and serving as a trusted advisor during delivery.
• Supporting resource planning, project strategy, and technical risk management.
• Collaborating with mechanical, structural, and other disciplines for integrated solutions.
• Leading design reviews, workshops, and value engineering activities.
• Supporting business development, proposals, and client presentations.
• Mentoring engineers at all levels and promoting best practices.
• Promoting innovation, sustainability, and engineering excellence across projects.

Skills

Electrical engineering

MEP design

Leadership

Client relations

AutoCAD

Electrical software

Regulatory standards

Project delivery

Chartered status

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Data Centre experience

Education

BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

AutoCAD

Job description

Black & White Engineering in Dubai seeks a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical discipline on large-scale building and infrastructure projects, from concept to construction. You will shape technical standards, mentor engineers, and build trusted client relationships, influencing decisions beyond project delivery.

You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, ensure compliance with international codes, manage project delivery, support business development, and promote