Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services)

-; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Dubai is seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead electrical design delivery in the UAE. The role focuses on power distribution, lighting, automation, and sustainable electrical systems for high-profile projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 10-15 years of relevant experience, including at least 5 years in the Middle East. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The position offers the opportunity to mentor junior engineers and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of electrical building services design experience, with at least 5 years in the Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of regional codes and authority approvals.
• Proven leadership in managing design teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design packages for complex building services projects.
• Oversee power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and UPS systems.
• Drive sustainable electrical solutions including renewable energy integration.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Electrical design

Knowledge of regional codes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Chartered Engineer status or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

WSP in the Midde East are seeking a Senior / Principal Electrical Design Engineer (Building Services) to lead electrical design delivery in the UAE. This role is central to our expertise in power distribution, lighting, automation, and sustainable electrical systems for high-profile developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design packages for complex building services projects.
• Oversee power distribution, lighting, emergency power, and UPS systems.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, BS, and UAE authority requirements.
• Drive sustainable electrical solutions including renewable energy integration.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and contractors.
• Mentor junior engineers and review technical deliverables.
• Support project delivery from concept to commissioning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Master's preferred).
• Chartered Engineer status or equivalent.
• 10-15 years of electrical building services design experience, with at least 5 years in the Middle East.
• Strong knowledge of regional codes and authority approvals.
• Proven leadership in managing design teams.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills.