Senior Electrical Engineer

Ejadah; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Ejadah is seeking an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical design review for Fit-Out and MEP projects in Dubai. The role emphasizes power requirements, inspections, testing and commissioning, and close coordination with contractors to meet timelines and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in commercial buildings, high-rise developments, and multi-discipline coordination with FM, ELV, Fire & Life Safety teams, ensuring conformity with authority

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience in Electrical Engineering & Building Services.
• Experience with electrical power distribution and power upgrades.
• Proven ability to review drawings and obtain authority approvals.
• Experience in Fit-Out, MEP projects, and coordination with multiple trades.

Responsibilities

• Manage tenant, event and DIFC project-related Fit-Out requests via portal or email.
• Review electrical drawings and coordinate with contractors on comments.
• Monitor authority design approvals and inspection approvals throughout the project.
• Coordinate with FM, Electrical, Mechanical and Civil teams to align power requirements.
• Witness Testing & Commissioning and Life Safety Systems.
• Carry out first-fix and final inspections and provide corrective feedback.
• Coordinate power shutdowns and electrical panel modifications with tenants.

Skills

Electrical design

Power distribution

Insulation resistance testing

First-fix inspections

Final inspections

Testing & commissioning

Contractor coordination

Authority approvals

MEP coordination

Electrical shutdowns

Tools

Megger

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support Fit-Out and MEP projects, with a strong focus on electrical design review, power requirements, inspections, testing & commissioning, and contractor coordination.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage tenant, event and DIFC project-related Fit-Out requests received through the portal or email.
• Ensure Fit-Out projects are completed within agreed timelines and required quality standards.
• Review electrical drawings and coordinate with contractors to clarify technical comments and requirements.
• Monitor authority design approvals and inspection approvals throughout the project.
• Conduct feasibility studies for electrical power upgrades based on tenant requirements, available electrical capacity and existing site conditions.
• Coordinate with the FM team for power shutdowns and electrical panel modification works.
• Notify and coordinate with affected tenants during scheduled power shutdowns.
• Provide technical guidance to site inspectors and contractors during project execution.
• Conduct regular site visits, identify technical issues and recommend corrective measures.
• Witness Insulation Resistance (Megger) Tests and live electrical tests.
• Conduct first-fix inspections and provide corrective feedback prior to false-ceiling closure.
• Carry out final inspections and verify functionality of electrical services before final approval.
• Coordinate with base-build, Fire & Life Safety (FLS) and ELV contractors.
• Verify works against authority-approved drawings.
• Witness and verify Testing & Commissioning, including Life Safety Systems.
• Coordinate closely with Mechanical and Civil teams to ensure electrical power requirements and outlet locations align with equipment schedules, F&B/retail requirements, furniture layouts and interior design requirements.
• Coordinate inspection schedules and complete first and final inspection checklists through the project portal.
• Identify non-standard works and elevate technical issues to the concerned engineering disciplines.
• Notify the QHSE team where unsafe works or practices are identified.
• Maintain effective coordination with contractors, engineering disciplines and project stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems within Fit-Out projects.

Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in:

• Electrical Engineering & Building Services
• Electrical Power Distribution
• Load Assessment & Power Upgrades
• Electrical Panel Modifications
• Power Shutdown Coordination
• Megger / Insulation Resistance Testing
• First-Fix & Final Inspections
• Authority Drawing Review & Approvals

Experience in commercial buildings, high-rise developments, retail/F&B Fit-Out, mixed-use properties or Facilities Management environments would be highly relevant.

If you have relevant experience and are looking for your next opportunity in Dubai, we would like to hear from you.