Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch; Mandaluyong; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Surbana Consultants Pte Ltd – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) branch is looking for an Electrical Engineer to develop and review electrical designs for various systems, ensuring they meet international standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and be a Registered Electrical Engineer.

The role involves overseeing BIM modelling tasks, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams globally, and mentoring junior engineers. Experience in Autodesk Revit MEP, AutoCAD, and knowledge of international building standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in electrical building services design.
• Ability to handle design packages independently within consultancy or engineering projects.
• Strong understanding of electrical system design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review electrical designs, calculations, drawings, and schedules.
• Oversee BIM modelling and documentation tasks in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across different offices.

Skills

Electrical system design principles

BIM modelling and documentation

Communication skills in English

Leadership potential

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered Electrical Engineer

Tools

Autodesk Revit MEP

AutoCAD

ETAP

Dialux

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Design & Documentation – Develop and review electrical designs, calculations, drawings, and schedules for power, lighting, emergency, grounding, and low‑voltage systems. Ensure deliverables meet international standards and project specifications.
• BIM Modelling – Oversee BIM modelling and documentation tasks, supporting accurate and coordinated outputs in Revit MEP and AutoCAD.
• Coordination – Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (mechanical, structural, architectural, BIM) across different offices and time zones. Participate in design coordination meetings, workshops, and technical discussions with global counterparts. Support Principal Engineers in client and consultant coordination by providing technical inputs.
• Mentorship & Support – Provide guidance and review support for junior engineers and BIM modellers. Share knowledge of design standards, best practices, and international codes within the team. Assist in implementing QA/QC processes to ensure high‑quality deliverables.
• Innovation – Promote sustainable design practices and adoption of smart building technologies where applicable. Suggest improvements to workflows, tools, and processes for efficiency and quality.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Must be a Registered Electrical Engineer.
• Experience – Minimum 5–7 years of professional experience in electrical building services design. Demonstrated ability to handle design packages independently within consultancy or engineering projects. Experience coordinating with multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Technical Skills – Proficiency in Autodesk Revit MEP and AutoCAD; capable of supporting and reviewing BIM outputs. Strong understanding of electrical system design principles (power, lighting, emergency, grounding, low‑voltage). Familiarity with ETAP, Dialux, or similar electrical design software. Knowledge of international standards and codes (IEC, IEEE, NFPA, BS, NEC, etc.).
• Soft Skills – Good leadership potential with mentoring experience. Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal). Detail‑oriented, with strong organizational and problem‑solving skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a team environment.
• Desirable – Prior experience in international projects or exposure to global design standards. Knowledge of green building certification systems (LEED, BREEAM, Green Mark). Willingness to develop toward a Principal/Lead Engineer track.