Pre Graduate Engineer (UAE National)- Electrical or Mechanical

Egis Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from senior engineers

Structured graduate programme

Chartership support

Job summary

Egis is seeking a UAE National graduate for a two-year Pre-Graduate Engineer programme to support electrical or mechanical building services design from concept through construction. The role emphasizes hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional growth within major GCC developments.

The programme offers structured training, exposure to BIM and design reviews, and a clear path to Engineer grade, while fostering collaboration across multidisciplinary teams in the UAE.

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family Book only.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university (currently pursuing degree, final-year student).
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office (Excel in particular).

Responsibilities

• Prepare design calculations, equipment schedules and sizing checks using project templates and approved software; for electrical engineers, this includes load calculations, cable sizing and protection coordination; for mechanical engineers, this includes HVAC load calculations, ductwork sizing and equipment selection.

Skills

English proficiency

AutoCAD

MS Office

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Office (Excel)

Job description

About Us

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting-edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

About the Role

Role purpose

The Pre-Graduate Engineer (UAE National) supports the delivery of electrical or mechanical building services design on major GCC developments, from concept to construction support. This structured two-year development programme builds UAE National engineers into future discipline leads through hands-on experience, mentorship, and continuous professional development.

Key responsibilities

Design support and technical development

• Prepare design calculations, equipment schedules and sizing checks using project templates and approved software; for electrical engineers, this includes load calculations, cable sizing and protection coordination; for mechanical engineers, this includes HVAC load calculations, ductwork sizing and equipment selection.
• Produce and mark-up drawings, layouts and schematics; review BIM model outputs for electrical or mechanical discipline content as applicable.
• Draft sections of design reports, basis-of-design narratives and specifications for electrical or mechanical systems for review by experienced engineers.

What do we need from you

Essential

• UAE National with Family Book only
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electrical & Electronics, or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited university (currently pursuing degree, final-year student).
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and MS Office (Excel in particular).

What's in it for you?

What Egis offers

• Work on landmark GCC projects across mixed-use, hospitality, transport, leisure and data centres.
• A structured graduate programme with mentoring from senior engineers and a clear route to Engineer grade.
• Funded professional development, institution membership and chartership support.