Senior Electrical Engineer

Dar; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Dar, an international multidisciplinary consulting organization, is seeking an Electrical Engineer with a Bachelor’s degree and a decade of experience. In this role, you will lead the electrical systems' design for mega projects, ensuring compliance with local regulations. Your expertise will be key in delivering optimized engineering solutions in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in electrical design and supervision.
• Experience with mega shopping malls or large commercial projects.
• Proficient in electrical design software and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and supervision of LV and MV electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with international and local electrical codes.
• Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning activities.

Skills

Electrical Design

Coordination

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Dialux

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

Job description

Company Overview:

Dar, the founding member of the Sidara group, is an international multidisciplinary consulting organization specializing in engineering, architecture, planning, environment, project management, facilities management, and economics. Sidara operates in 60 countries with 20,500 professionals, Dar connects people, places, and communities through innovative solutions to the world's most complex challenges. We deliver projects from inception through completion, embracing challenges to empower communities worldwide. Learn more at www.dar.com.

Our Vision and Values:

We aspire to be the chosen home of those with a gift for crafting solutions that empower people and an unwavering passion for learning and innovation. Our core values shape our culture and guide our decision-making. We are committed to:

• Excellence
• Responsibility
• Empowerment
• Connectivity
• Courage

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, review, and supervision of LV and MV electrical systems, including lighting, power distribution, earthing, UPS, generators, and ELV systems (CCTV, fire alarm, PA, BMS, etc.).
• Coordinate electrical layouts and load requirements with architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines to ensure integrated and optimized design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with international and local electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, DEWA/ADDC regulations, etc.).
• Design and validate lighting systems for public areas, retail units, food courts, cinemas, and parking zones, including emergency lighting and wayfinding.
• Review and approve shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and inspection/testing procedures.
• Supervise on-site installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure alignment with approved drawings and specifications.
• Manage power coordination with utility authorities and ensure timely approvals for load schedules, single-line diagrams, and metering schemes.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays, and assist in resolving technical issues related to power distribution, panel boards, cable routing, etc.
• Ensure integration of tenant electrical requirements within the mall’s main electrical infrastructure.
• Prepare load calculations, voltage drop analysis, short circuit studies, and cable sizing reports.
• Ensure quality assurance across all electrical engineering deliverables and compliance with project timelines and budgets.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master’s degree is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience, with at least 5 years working on mega shopping malls or large commercial projects.
• Proficient in electrical design software such as ETAP, Dialux, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and Excel-based load calculations.
• Strong knowledge of local authority regulations and approval procedures (e.g., DEWA, ADDC, SEWA, Civil Defense).
• Hands-on experience in supervising electrical installation and coordinating with contractors, consultants, and third-party vendors.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Membership in IEEE or equivalent engineering bodies.
• Certified PMP, LEED AP, or Estidama PQP is an added advantage.
• Licensed/Registered Electrical Engineer (preferred but not mandatory).

* While we carefully review all applications, only candidates meeting the specified requirements will be contacted for further consideration. We appreciate your understanding and thank all applicants for their interest.