Senior Engineer Dry Utilities

AECOM; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a skilled Senior Engineer - Dry Utilities to design and implement dry utility systems for infrastructure projects. Candidates should have at least 8 years of experience in the UAE and strong project management and technical skills. The role offers comprehensive benefits and a full-time employment type.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in dry utility engineering focused on projects in the Middle East, especially the UAE.
• Strong technical skills in electrical systems, telecommunications networks, and gas distribution systems.
• In-depth knowledge of local building codes and regulations in Dubai and the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review dry utilities master plan reports including demand load calculations.
• Prepare and review telecommunication infrastructure network design including ducts and manholes.
• Attend client design meetings and lead dry utilities design when required.

Skills

Infrastructure engineering background

Designing complex dry utility systems

Project management

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

Communication and interpersonal skills

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering

Tools

Dialux

Amtech

ETAP

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and innovative Senior Engineer - Dry Utilities to join our dynamic team in Dubai United Arab Emirates. As a key member of our engineering department you will play a crucial role in designing developing and implementing dry utility systems for various infrastructure projects across the region.

Responsibilities

• Develop/Review of Dry utilities Master plan report derive demand load calculations tie in point requirements Full understanding of dry utilities and infrastructure projects from Concept to IFC stage
• Strong infrastructure engineering background with previous experience on infrastructure projects
• Thorough experience in Grid stations primary substation requirements allocating HV corridor up to 400kV level detailed design of substations feeder pillars and service turrets MV up to 33kV and above LV networks calculations excellent report writing skills
• Understanding of 132/220/400 KV overhead and underground lines relocation and protection
• Strong understating of HV/MV/LV equipment generators and power backup traction power for rails including the medium voltage to low voltage distribution
• Prepare/Review the telecommunication infrastructure Network Design including ducts manholes
• Design/Review of Street Lighting for all type of roads ROW Lighting Calculations SLDs Load schedules landscape lighting branch wiring etc.
• Review the technical deliverables as per local authority and town planning department requirements for each dry services
• Attend Client design meetings kick off meetings progress meetings workshops prepare presentation and lead dry utilities design as front end when required conduct internal trainings and provide technical support to graduate and engineers
• Prepare/Review Clarifications to Contractor RFIs Review/approve any key technical submittals related to electrical works and dry utilities(if required)
• Work towards digitalization skills innovations and improvements to manage workload

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Civil Engineering or a related field from an accredited university
• 8 years of experience in dry utility engineering with a focus on projects in the Middle East particularly in the UAE
• Proven track record in designing and managing complex dry utility systems for large-scale infrastructure projects
• In-depth knowledge of local building codes regulations and standards in Dubai and the UAE
• Strong technical skills in electrical systems telecommunications networks and gas distribution systems
• Proficiency in design calculation techniques including street lighting cable sizing voltage drop analysis earthing and fault level calculations
• Expertise in using industry-standard software such as Dialux AGI Lighting Reality Amtech and ETAP
• Experience with sustainable and energy-efficient dry utility designs
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Fluency in English; knowledge of Arabic is a plus

Benefits

AECOM offers comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.

Remote Work

No

Employment Type

Full-time

Equal Opportunity

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.