Junior Electrical Engineer - Saudi Arabia -

Jones Engineering; Dammam; On-site; SAR 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in Dammam seeks a Junior Electrical Project Engineer. This role involves design review, technical support for installations, and coordination with various teams to ensure compliance with standards. The ideal candidate has a degree in Electrical Engineering, 1–3 years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills. This position offers the opportunity to grow in the field and be part of essential data centre projects.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in site or design office.
• Basic knowledge of LV systems, containment, and lighting.
• Excellent English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in technical support to BIM team for electrical shop drawings.
• Monitor daily electrical installation activities.
• Provide regular electrical progress updates to the Planning & Controls team.

Skills

Electrical systems knowledge

Team collaboration

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job Title: Electrical Project Engineer – Junior Level

Sector: Data Centre / Mission Critical Projects (preferred)

Key Responsibilities

Design Review & Coordination

• Assist in reviewing the IFC MEP electrical design package (LV distribution, cabling, containment, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, fire alarm, BMS/EPMS, etc.).
• Support the team in verifying that drawings and specifications meet local regulations (SEC, DEWA, ADDC, Civil Defence), relevant standards, and client requirements.
• Provide day-to-day technical support to the BIM team during preparation and coordination of electrical shop drawings and single-line diagrams.
• Help perform checks on shop drawings and calculations before submission to the consultant.
• Prepare and track Requests for Information (RFIs) for design clarifications.
• Attend coordination meetings with MEP trades and consultant engineers.

Submittals & Procurement Support

• Assist in preparing and compiling material/technical submittals for electrical equipment and systems.
• Follow up on consultant comments and help prepare re‑submissions in a timely manner.
• Support the extraction and verification of Material Take‑Offs (MTOs) from Revit models.
• Help prepare Material Requisitions (MRs) and basic RFQs for the Procurement department.
• Coordinate with QA/QC and stores to ensure only approved materials reach site.

Site Engineering & Supervision

• Monitor daily electrical installation activities against approved drawings and report progress/deviations.
• Assist in issuing latest approved drawings to site supervisors and retrieving superseded versions.
• Support site supervision teams with technical queries and solutions.
• Raise and elevate any installation or coordination issues promptly to the Intermediate/Senior Engineer.
• Coordinate electrical builders’ work requirements (sleeves, openings, supports) with other trades.

Planning, Quality & Safety

• Provide regular electrical progress updates to the Planning & Controls team.
• Assist in preparing and following up on Material Inspection Requests (MIRs) and Work Inspection Requests (WIRs).
• Strictly follow all safety procedures, permit‑to‑work systems, LOTO, and project HSE requirements.
• Actively participate in toolbox talks and safety initiatives.
• Help the QA/QC team document any damage to installed electrical systems.

Commissioning & Handover

• Assist the Commissioning team and vendors during integrated system testing and client witnessing.
• Support the preparation of handover documentation (labels, O&M manuals, as‑built mark‑ups).
• Help the BIM team with red‑line mark‑ups and site verification for final As‑Built drawings.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Power Engineering from a recognized university.
• 1–3 years of relevant experience (site or design office) – fresh graduates with strong internships may also be considered.
• Basic knowledge of LV systems, containment, lighting, fire alarm, and BMS is essential.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of AutoCAD and Revit is a strong advantage.
• Good understanding of Middle East standards and authority requirements is advantageous.
• Excellent English communication skills and a proactive learning attitude.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and under guidance.