Electrical Design Engineer jobs in United States

Is proactive in identifying a decrease in workload within own team and informs Supervisor when additional projects are needed to maintain utilization.

Execution:

Ensures junior team members are adhering to delivery standards and ensures essential procedures are followed based on knowledge of own industry. Uses discretion within set boundaries (operating procedures, processes, standards) to execute own tasks within a narrower job area to achieve defined deadlines / targets in the most effective and efficient way. Is required to coordinate activities with peers in the same discipline to meet deadlines and achieve set targets in the most effective and efficient way.

Responsibilities:

• Design all electrical systems ensuring compliance with standards, local regulations, and authority requirements such as DEWA, ADDC, and UAE FIRE CODE.
• Create detailed electrical drawings, schematics, and layouts for all the electrical systems, such as interior and exterior lighting design, small power distribution, cable routing, fire alarm, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Prepare comprehensive electrical design documents, including drawings, specifications, schedules, and technical reports, utilizing ACAD (AutoCAD), Revit, and Navisworks.
• Handle several electrical design tasks for multiple projects.
• Conduct detailed electrical calculations, including load analysis, short-circuit analysis, voltage drop calculations, and cable sizing, utilizing appropriate software tools and engineering principles.
• Collaborate closely with architects, and other engineering disciplines to integrate electrical systems seamlessly into project designs.
• Provide technical guidance to external stakeholders throughout the design and coordination process.

Requirements:

• Undertaking and managing the design and documentation of Building Services including: electrical power reticulation and distribution systems, lighting design, small power, cable routing, LV distribution and Single line diagrams, standby power generation, lightning protection and fire detection for new or revamp related projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client and authority meetings effectively, ensuring clear communication, compliance with regulations, and alignment with project objectives.
• Proven capability to lead and oversee multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining quality, efficiency, and adherence to timelines while managing resources effectively.
• Proven experience as an Electrical Engineer, preferably with a focus on UAE projects.
• In-depth knowledge of local regulations and authority requirements, such as DEWA, ADDC, and UAE FIRE CODE.
• Strong technical capabilities in ACAD (AutoCAD), Revit, and Navisworks for designing and drafting electrical systems.
• Familiarity with electrical load calculations, power distribution, voltage drop analysis, and cable sizing.
• Proficient in using electrical engineering software tools for analysis and design.
• Strong understanding of lighting systems, small power distribution, cable routing, earthing, and lightning protection.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field is required.
• Revit, AutoCAD, Dialux, Generator sizing tools and ETAP.

Company Industry:

• Power Generation
• Power Distribution
• Energy
• Nuclear Energy

Department / Functional Area:

Keywords:

• Senior Design Electrical Engineer