Senior Electrical Engineer

Egis Group; Hinoba-an; On-site; PHP 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Egis is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical design for rail station projects. You will manage a team of engineers, coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, and deliver end-to-end electrical design from feasibility through construction support and as-built documentation.

You will ensure compliance with relevant standards, mentor engineers, and participate in client meetings to align technical solutions with project goals.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Member of an engineering institute and professionally registered.
• Experience in the railway industry.
• Experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination.
• Knowledge of electrical systems from design to maintenance.
• Familiar with national rail standards and relevant regulations.
• Proficiency with design software including Trimble Amtech Pro Design, Dialux/Relux.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of electrical engineers and allocate workload.
• Mentor junior and mid-level engineers to build technical capability.
• Drive a quality-focused culture with first-time-right delivery.
• Represent electrical discipline in client and project meetings.
• Deliver electrical design from feasibility to construction support and as-built docs.
• Review vendor/subcontractor submissions for compliance and coordination.
• Support testing, commissioning and certification activities.

Skills

Electrical design

Rail industry

Leadership

BIM modeling

Coordination

Client meetings

Pro Design tools

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering

Registered Engineer

Tools

Trimble Amtech Pro Design

Dialux/Relux

BIM software

Job description

About Us

Egis is an international player active in architecture, consulting, construction engineering and mobility services. We create and operate intelligent infrastructures and buildings that respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient territorial development. Operating in 100 countries, Egis puts the expertise of its 19,500 employees at the service of its clients and develops cutting‑edge innovations accessible to all projects. Through its wide range of activities, Egis is a key player in the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis has long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and motivated Principal Electrical Engineer to join the Egis Transport Design Team. The ideal candidate will have experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination.

As Principal Electrical Engineer you will be a senior member of the team and will be required to support the Associate Director, who leads the MEPHFC team. You will lead and manage other engineers and be responsible for the delivery of electrical designs. We are looking for someone who’s dedicated, diligent, and driven, and will take this challenge head on, being an important part of a dynamic team with big ambitions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, and support a team of electrical engineers, ensuring effective allocation of workload and time management.
• Mentor and develop junior and mid‑level engineers, helping to build the team’s technical capability.
• Foster a “get it right first time” culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Represent the electrical discipline in client and project meetings, promoting collaborative working relationships.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to clients, internal teams, and project stakeholders (technical and non‑technical).
• Lead the full lifecycle of electrical design, from feasibility through to detailed design, construction support, and As‑Built documentation.
• Oversee the production of design markups, drawings, specifications, and schedules, ensuring alignment with standards, client requirements, and industry best practice.
• Undertake and approve detailed engineering calculations and electrical system design (e.g., lighting, LV, containment, transformer sizing, small power, schematics).
• Carry out technical reviews and ensure designs comply with statutory, regulatory, and project‑specific requirements.
• Manage and review specialist supplier and subcontractor technical submissions for compliance and coordination.
• Support testing, commissioning, and certification processes where required.
• Lead design assurance activities, including structured design reviews and technical governance processes.
• Act as a key participant in coordination sessions, technical workshops, and multidisciplinary design interfaces.
• Ensure effective integration of electrical systems within a BIM‑driven environment.
• Produce clear progress reports and communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively

What do we need from you

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Member of an engineering institute and professionally registered with the Engineering Council.
• Sufficient experience in the railway industry.
• Experience in managing works in accordance with NR‑L2‑RSE‑02009,Engineering Management of Projects.
• Experience in rail station electrical services design and coordination.
• Excellent understanding of electrical systems from a technical, design, installation, buildability, and maintenance perspective.
• Comprehensive knowledge of British Standards and Regulations, and rail standards such as Network Rail, HS2, and TfL.
• Knowledge of engineering software tools including Trimble/Amtech Pro Design, Dialux or Relux.
• Ability to deliver work to a programme and budget.
• Knowledge of procurement activities and lead times.
• Excellent leadership skills and mentoring experience.
• Ability to train and upskill team members.
• Expert communication, organisation, and collaboration abilities.
• Proficient at leading meetings and presenting to clients, stakeholders, colleagues, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Experience of supporting the organisation to build and grow
• Committed to continuous professional development, staying updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in rail design and engineering.

Desirable:

• Knowledge of design stages and requirements e.g. RIBA, BSRIA, GRIP
• Experience of working in an engineering production environment
• Experience of multi-disciplinary design and coordination, and the delivery of projects to a high quality, throughout all design stages
• Experience of working with 3D models in a BIM environment
• Experience of producing technical notes, reports, specifications, drawings, schedules and calculations
• Ability to find solutions to engineering problems
• Proven capability in managing design interfaces and integration processes
• Experience of design assurance requirements & processesGood understanding of relevant legislation such as CDM and CSM
• Good knowledge of NEC contracts and project communications
• Understanding of project scopes, requirements, works information, and excellent commercial awareness