Technical Material Engineer - Electrical
Azizi Development UAE
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Job summary
Azizi Developments is seeking an experienced Technical Material Engineer - Electrical to join its CTO in Dubai, UAE. The role focuses on evaluation, testing, and approval of electrical materials and systems across diverse projects, ensuring compliance with international standards and local authority requirements.
The candidate must have 8-10 years of MEP material engineering experience, including at least five years in the UAE, with exposure to both contractor and consultant environments.
Qualifications
- 8-10 years of experience in MEP material engineering.
- Experience working in both contractor and consultant roles.
- Minimum five years of relevant experience in the United Arab Emirates.
- Experience across residential, commercial, hospitality, high-rise, healthcare, and special construction projects.
- Proven experience reviewing electrical material submittals, technical data sheets, and physical samples.
Responsibilities
- Oversee technical material evaluation, testing, and QA for electrical construction materials.
- Review material submissions to verify compliance with project specs and requirements.
- Evaluate data sheets, specifications, supporting docs, and samples for suitability.
- Ensure materials align with design objectives, Brand Standards, and performance requirements.
- Coordinate with design, procurement, and construction teams to resolve material issues.
Skills
Education
Job description
Technical Material Engineer - Electrical Job Snapshot - Role: Technical Material Engineer - Electrical - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Electrical Engineering - Experience: 8-10 years in MEP material engineering, including at least 5 years in the UAE - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site
Azizi Developments is seeking an experienced Technical Material Engineer - Electrical to join its Chief Technical Office (CTO) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on the technical evaluation, selection, testing, and approval of electrical materials and systems across residential, commercial, hospitality, high-rise, healthcare, and special construction projects. The successful candidate will ensure that electrical materials comply with project specifications, international standards, local authority requirements, and company performance expectations. The position involves close coordination with design, procurement, construction, and specialist teams to support material quality, cost efficiency, sustainability, and timely project delivery. Applicants must have 8-10 years of MEP material engineering experience, including at least five years in the UAE, with professional exposure to both contractor and consultant roles. Strong technical knowledge of Extra Low Voltage (ELV), Low Voltage (LV), fire alarm, emergency lighting, and associated sequences of operation is essential.
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Construction
Function: Electrical Engineering
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site
- Oversee the selection, technical evaluation, testing, and quality assurance of electrical construction materials for MEP projects.
- Review material submissions prepared by Material Engineers to verify compliance with project specifications and technical requirements.
- Evaluate technical data sheets, material specifications, supporting documentation, and physical samples.
- Ensure proposed materials align with project concepts, design objectives, company Brand Standards, and performance requirements.
- Support the review, commenting, and approval of physical material samples throughout the project lifecycle.
- Identify technical discrepancies and coordinate appropriate resolutions before material approval.
- Ensure material selections support project quality, reliability, and operational requirements.
- Evaluate materials and equipment associated with ELV, LV, fire alarm, emergency lighting, and related electrical systems.
- Apply knowledge of electrical system sequences of operation when reviewing technical submissions.
- Verify that proposed materials comply with applicable international and local regulatory standards.
- Review technical requirements for electrical materials used across different building types and project environments.
- Provide technical guidance on material suitability, compliance, and performance during design and construction.
- Coordinate with specialist stakeholders to resolve electrical material and system compatibility concerns.
- Apply relevant ISO, IEEE, IEC, CIBSE, BS, BS-EN, and NFPA standards during electrical material evaluation.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Dubai Municipality (DM) requirements.
- Review materials against Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) requirements.
- Consider Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) requirements for fire alarm and emergency systems.
- Apply relevant Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) requirements.
- Ensure compliance with applicable Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) requirements, including relevant Etisalat and du specifications.
- Monitor technical submissions for compliance with applicable authority requirements and project standards.
- Oversee material testing and quality assurance activities associated with electrical and MEP construction materials.
- Review material testing requirements and supporting compliance documentation.
- Coordinate with relevant technical teams to verify material quality and suitability.
- Identify material-related technical issues and support their resolution.
- Ensure electrical materials meet approved project specifications and company performance standards.
- Support consistent material quality throughout design development and construction execution.
- Work with Design, Procurement, and Construction teams to optimise material selection and utilisation.
- Review material usage and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency.
- Recommend technically suitable and cost-effective alternative materials.
- Support value engineering initiatives without compromising applicable technical requirements.
- Contribute to material selection strategies that improve sustainability and resource efficiency.
- Assess material alternatives in relation to project specifications, quality expectations, and performance requirements.
- Provide technical material engineering support throughout the design and construction phases.
- Coordinate with civil engineers, architects, contractors, consultants, and specialist stakeholders.
- Resolve material-related technical issues through effective multidisciplinary collaboration.
- Support coordination between electrical systems and other construction disciplines.
- Participate in technical reviews at different stages of project development.
- Manage material engineering responsibilities across multiple projects simultaneously.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with internal departments and external project stakeholders.
- Monitor and manage technical documentation, applicable standards, and material records within the Chief Technical Office 's Material Department.
- Review material submissions for accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements.
- Maintain an organised approach to technical documentation and material review activities.
- Ensure material engineering activities follow established company procedures.
- Protect confidential project and company information.
- Support consistent technical review and material approval practices across assigned projects.
- Plan technical workflows and anticipate material engineering requirements across project stages.
- Support and guide team members in completing technical material reviews.
- Lead assigned activities while encouraging professional development within the team.
- Coordinate work priorities to meet project requirements and deadlines.
- Promote effective communication and collaboration among technical disciplines.
- Maintain professional conduct and uphold the integrity of Studio 360.
- Demonstrate flexibility when additional working hours are required to meet project commitments.
Bachelor 's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
- 8-10 years of experience in MEP material engineering.
- Professional experience working in both contractor and consultant roles is required.
- Minimum five years of relevant experience in the United Arab Emirates.
- Experience across residential, commercial, hospitality, high-rise, healthcare, and special construction projects.
- Proven experience reviewing electrical material submittals, technical data sheets, and physical samples.
- Practical knowledge of material testing, quality assurance, and value engineering.
- Experience coordinating technical material requirements with design, procurement, and construction teams.
- In-depth knowledge of electrical construction materials and MEP systems.
- Strong understanding of Extra Low Voltage (ELV) and Low Voltage (LV) systems.
- Technical knowledge of fire alarm systems, emergency lighting, and associated sequences of operation.
- Strong familiarity with ISO, IEEE, IEC, CIBSE, BS, BS-EN, and NFPA standards.
- Sound knowledge of Dubai Municipality, DEWA, DCD, SIRA, and TDRA requirements, including applicable Etisalat and du specifications.
- Ability to assess material submittals and physical samples against approved specifications.
- Understanding of material testing procedures and quality assurance practices.
- Ability to identify cost-effective material alternatives through value engineering.
- Strong multidisciplinary technical coordination capabilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong organisational and workflow planning abilities.
- Self-motivated approach to technical responsibilities and project delivery.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Confidence in managing multiple projects and competing priorities.
- Ability to perform under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving and technical evaluation skills.
- Commitment to Continuing Professional Development (CPD).
- Willingness to support project requirements beyond normal working hours when necessary.
- Professional appearance and conduct.
- Commitment to company procedures, confidentiality, and professional integrity.
Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based private real estate developer focused on delivering residential, commercial, and hospitality developments across the United Arab Emirates. The company 's construction-driven approach emphasises transparency, customer centricity, quality, integrity, and long-term value creation. Its Chief Technical Office plays an important role in supporting project delivery through value engineering, technical problem-solving, material evaluation, and coordination between design and construction teams. The Technical Material Engineer - Electrical will contribute to these objectives by ensuring electrical material selections meet project requirements, technical standards, and operational expectations.
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