Lead Field Engineer - Electrical

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Riyadh seeks a Lead Field Engineer - Electrical to supervise electrical site activities for a major development project. You will ensure installations, testing, commissioning and handover meet designs, specs, QA/QC and safety standards.

The role requires 12+ years in electrical engineering and construction supervision, with 7+ years in lead supervision on large-scale buildings. PE/Chartered Engineer or PMP is desirable; English fluency and strong leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Project Management is preferred.
• PE/Chartered Engineer or PMP certification is desirable.
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in electrical engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 7 years in a lead electrical supervision role on major building projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all electrical site engineering and inspection activities.
• Review electrical shop drawings, submittals and method statements.
• Monitor installation of power distribution, substations, lighting and LV/HV systems.
• Coordinate interfaces with architectural, structural, MEP, ICT and security teams.
• Witness FAT/SAT and commissioning activities and ensure QA/QC compliance.
• Mentor junior engineers and inspectors and manage punch lists.

Skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Electrical systems

QA/QC

Stakeholder management

Technical reporting

MS Office

Engineering software

English fluency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or Project Management

PE / Chartered Engineer / PMP (desirable)

Tools

Engineering management software

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead Field Engineer - Electrical to oversee and manage all electrical engineering supervision activities for a major development project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring that electrical systems are installed, tested, commissioned, and handed over in accordance with approved designs, project specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and contractual obligations. Working closely with the Resident Engineer, Construction Manager, MEP teams, contractors, and stakeholders, the Lead Field Engineer - Electrical will provide technical leadership and ensure the successful delivery of complex electrical systems across large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, and mixed-use developments.

Your role

• Lead and supervise all electrical site engineering and inspection activities throughout project execution.
• Review and monitor electrical construction works to ensure compliance with approved drawings, specifications, codes, and project requirements.
• Coordinate and oversee electrical engineers, inspectors, and specialist consultants.
• Review and recommend approval of electrical shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical submissions.
• Monitor the installation of electrical systems including power distribution, substations, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS systems, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and ELV systems.
• Ensure electrical works are executed in accordance with approved schedules and project milestones.
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Coordinate electrical interfaces with architectural, structural, mechanical, ICT, security, and specialist systems.
• Review Requests for Information (RFIs), technical queries, and design clarifications related to electrical works.
• Conduct site inspections and quality audits to verify workmanship and compliance with project standards.
• Witness factory acceptance tests (FAT), site acceptance tests (SAT), and commissioning activities.
• Ensure implementation of Quality Assurance and Quality Control procedures for all electrical systems.
• Monitor testing and commissioning of electrical infrastructure and building systems.
• Identify technical risks, construction challenges, and interface issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Support progress measurement, payment certification, and project reporting activities.
• Verify compliance with local authority regulations, utility requirements, and international electrical standards.
• Participate in coordination meetings, design review workshops, and project progress meetings.
• Assist in managing non-conformance reports, corrective actions, and punch list items.
• Oversee snagging, de-snagging, testing, commissioning, operational readiness, and handover activities.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior electrical engineers and inspectors.

About you

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Project Management is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE), Chartered Engineer, PMP, or equivalent certification is desirable.
• Minimum 12+ years of overall professional experience in electrical engineering and construction supervision.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in a lead electrical supervision role on major building projects.
• Proven experience in large-scale buildings, convention centers, hotels, resorts, mixed-use developments, airports, commercial towers, or hospitality projects.
• Extensive experience within Site Supervision Consultancy, PMC, or Engineering Consultancy environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems including power distribution, substations, generators, lighting, grounding, fire alarm, ELV, and building systems integration.
• Experience reviewing electrical design documents, shop drawings, technical submittals, and testing reports.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, NFPA, IEEE, BS, and relevant Saudi regulations.
• Experience with testing, commissioning, and handover of complex building electrical systems.
• Strong understanding of QA/QC requirements, inspection processes, and safety standards.
• Experience coordinating with utility providers and local authorities.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC projects is highly preferred.
• Excellent leadership, communication, technical reporting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and engineering management software.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic language skills are an advantage.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• 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 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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