Lead Electrical Engineer — Mega Projects

WS Atkins International General Contracting Company; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 650,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead design and technical delivery of electrical systems for a major mixed-use project. You will oversee calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications, coordinating with architects, structures, HVAC, ELV, ICT and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated delivery.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, BIM coordination, and proficiency in ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD, and Revit MEP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in electrical engineering, with significant experience on large-scale building, infrastructure, mixed-use, cultural, educational, or mega projects.
• Proven experience in leading electrical engineering teams throughout the full project lifecycle.
• Strong knowledge of LV/MV power distribution systems, substations, transformers, generators, UPS systems, lighting systems, grounding, and lightning protection systems.
• Experience with electrical load calculations, power studies, fault analysis, and system coordination studies.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, IEEE, NFPA, BS, and local authority requirements.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD, Revit MEP, and BIM platforms.
• Experience in reviewing and coordinating multidisciplinary BIM models.
• Strong understanding of testing, commissioning, and handover requirements for electrical systems.
• Excellent project management, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and technical report-writing abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple project priorities and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer (CEng), or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
• Experience working on high-profile government, cultural, educational, or giga projects is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of sustainability standards, energy-efficient design, and smart building technologies is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical engineering design and technical delivery for the project from concept through commissioning.
• Manage the preparation, review, and approval of electrical design calculations, drawings, reports, and technical specifications.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, mechanical, ELV, ICT, and infrastructure disciplines to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Ensure compliance with applicable international standards, local regulations, and project-specific requirements.
• Review contractor submittals, material approvals, shop drawings, RFIs, and method statements.
• Provide engineering support during construction, installation, testing, commissioning, and handover phases.
• Conduct design reviews, value engineering studies, and technical risk assessments.
• Monitor project progress and provide solutions to technical challenges affecting cost, schedule, or quality.
• Support procurement activities including technical bid evaluations and vendor assessments.
• Lead site inspections and ensure electrical works are executed in accordance with approved designs and quality standards.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, contractors, utility authorities, and stakeholders on electrical engineering matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff.
• Prepare engineering reports, project updates, and presentations for management and client meetings.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, environmental, and quality management requirements.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, snagging, and final project close-out activities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

BIM coordination

Technical leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

AutoCAD

Revit MEP

BIM platforms

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer in Saudi Arabia to lead design and technical delivery of electrical systems for a major mixed-use project. You will oversee calculations, drawings, reports, and specifications, coordinating with architects, structures, HVAC, ELV, ICT and infrastructure teams to ensure integrated delivery.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, BIM coordination, and proficiency in ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD, and Revit MEP.