Senior Electrical Engineer

Horizon Contracting; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified electrical engineer with a wealth of experience in design and technical skills. This role involves designing electrical systems for large-scale projects, developing concepts into detailed designs, and ensuring quality and accuracy within the engineering team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience, excellent leadership abilities, and a solid understanding of AutoCAD. Join a company that has been a pillar of the construction industry since 1979, dedicated to delivering high-quality projects for both public and private sectors in Saudi Arabia. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in design and development related to construction.
• Strong leadership and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical systems for large multi-storey projects.
• Coordinate with other engineering disciplines and manage team activities.

Skills

Electrical Design

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

The successful candidate will be a qualified electrical engineer with strong, proven design and technical skills and experience of developing schemes for multiple design and construction projects.

Responsibilities

1. Design of electrical systems from first principles for large and multi-storey projects.
2. Development of concepts through detailed design and into construction documentation.
3. Organise, programme and prepare shop drawings for electrical systems to enable clear information to be issued to the site and construction team.
4. Lead the effort for sourcing materials and construction systems for projects based on a keen understanding of functional requirements, value for money, availability and appropriateness.
5. Understand and analyse designs completed by others and identify, discuss and implement efficiencies which can be achieved.
6. Coordinate the work of the team with other engineering and design disciplines within the office, under the control of the Chief Engineer.
7. Take responsibility for checking the completeness, accuracy and quality of the work carried out within the Electrical Engineering team.
8. Ensure work carried out within the Electrical Engineering team is completed according to deadlines through time-management and careful programming of activities.
9. Actively participate in the development and management of the Engineering Team.
10. Be proactive in identifying and solving problems, conflicts and errors in both the technical and man-management roles of this position.

Qualifications

1. A minimum of 10 years experience in performing design and development related to construction activities.
2. Excellent leadership skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and interpersonal skills.
3. Sound understanding of AutoCAD drafting software and its application to the electrical design process.
4. A Bachelor's degree or higher qualification in electrical engineering is essential.

Language Skills

1. English - Very Good
2. Arabic - Fluent / Excellent

Driving Requirements

1. Own a Car: Any
2. Have Driving License: Any

About The Company

Horizon Contracting was founded in 1979. The purpose of the foundation is to support the construction boom in the state and provide the best services, high quality construction projects for governmental and public and private sector and other local clients in Saudi Arabia.