Senior Electrical Engineer - Mission Critical Data Centers

GHD Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer for its Abu Dhabi office. This role involves leading electrical engineering design for cutting-edge AI and hyperscale data centres. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality designs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring project compliance. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in mission-critical projects, proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD and Revit, and is committed to sustainable engineering solutions.

Benefits

Work on globally significant projects

Professional development and mentorship

Innovative multi-disciplinary environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' relevant experience, with at least 3 years in mission critical/data centre projects.
• Proven expertise in MV/LV distribution systems and redundancy schemes.
• Track record of producing detailed designs including technical reports and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design for mission critical facilities.
• Drive technical excellence through high-quality designs and specifications.
• Oversee project budgets and deliverables ensuring compliance with quality requirements.
• Provide mentorship and support for less experienced engineers.

Skills

Medium and low voltage power distribution

UPS systems

Standby generation

Lighting systems

Cooling integration

ICT systems understanding

Problem-solving

Leadership

Excellent communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree or Chartered Engineer status

Tools

ETAP

Amtech

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

A global engineering firm is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer for its Abu Dhabi office. This role involves leading electrical engineering design for cutting-edge AI and hyperscale data centres. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality designs, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring project compliance. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in mission-critical projects, proficiency with design tools such as AutoCAD and Revit, and is committed to sustainable engineering solutions.