Principal Electrical Engineer - Data Center Power Architect

Ramboll; Dubai; On-site; AED 320,000 - 640,000; Full time

Job summary

Ramboll in the Middle East invites a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead data centre power systems design in Dubai. You will own end-to-end electrical architecture, MV/LV distribution, UPS, and generators for hyperscale facilities, coordinating with ME teams and utilities to ensure UAE compliance.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, cross‑discipline integration, and robust commissioning support across the project lifecycle, from concept through IFC and delivery.

Qualifications

• 8+ years electrical engineering experience, 5+ years data centre focus.
• Expert in MV/LV distribution, UPS, and generators.
• UAE regulatory knowledge: DEWA/ADDC/FEWA and PUE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead design reviews and system architecture discussions with clients and utilities.
• Own electrical design from MV/LV to fault analysis and protection coordination.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces and fire safety with electrical design.
• Lead commissioning support and performance validation.

Skills

Electrical design

Data centre experience

MV/LV distribution

ETAP

BIM Revit

Team leadership

Education

BE / BTech in Electrical Engineering

Chartered / Professional registration

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD

Revit (BIM)

Job description

Ramboll in the Middle East invites a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead data centre power systems design in Dubai. You will own end-to-end electrical architecture, MV/LV distribution, UPS, and generators for hyperscale facilities, coordinating with ME teams and utilities to ensure UAE compliance.

The role emphasizes technical leadership, cross‑discipline integration, and robust commissioning support across the project lifecycle, from concept through IFC and delivery.