Lead Electrical Engineer, Mission-Critical Data Centres

GHD

Abu Dhabi

On-site

AED 400,000 - 660,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

GHD in the UAE is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to join the Global Data Centre Design Team (Mission Critical). Based in Abu Dhabi, this role leads electrical design on advanced AI and hyperscale facilities.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, deliver compliant, high-performance power systems, and mentor junior engineers to drive excellence across projects. This position offers exposure to globally significant data centre work and a dynamic, innovative work

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Master’s degree or Chartered status preferred).
Minimum 10 years’ relevant experience, with at least 3 years in mission critical and/or data centre projects.
Proven expertise in MV/LV distribution systems, UPS and generator systems, and advanced redundancy schemes.
Strong understanding of cooling integration, ICT systems, and commissioning processes specific to high-availability environments.
Familiarity with hyperscale and AI data centre design considerations is highly desirable.
Proficiency in ETAP, Amtech, AutoCAD, Revit, and other relevant design tools.
Track record of producing detailed designs including schematic diagrams, fault and discrimination studies, technical reports, and specifications.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to lead discussions, influence decision-making, and collaborate across multiple disciplines.

Responsibilities

Lead the electrical design for mission critical facilities, covering MV/LV power distribution, UPS, standby generation, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
Drive technical excellence by producing high-quality designs, specifications, reports, and calculations in line with client requirements and standards.
Conduct load assessments, redundancy strategy planning, fault/discrimination studies, and resilience planning for high-availability facilities.
Coordinate with mechanical, structural, ICT, security and other disciplines to ensure integrated, clash-free designs.
Provide technical leadership and mentoring, supporting growth of less experienced engineers.
Oversee project budgets, deliverables, and programmes, ensuring compliance with contractual and quality requirements.
Maintain direct client engagement, presenting solutions and managing expectations.
Contribute to development/adaptation of client reference designs and bespoke facilities.
Champion energy efficiency, sustainability, and emerging technologies in design strategies.