Senior Electrical Engineer

Astek Middle East; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Astek Middle East seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to support electrical, energy efficiency, and sustainability projects across Saudi Arabia, contributing technical leadership on building systems, lighting, and renewable energy.

You will review designs, coordinate with project teams, ensure compliance with Saudi codes, and guide installation, testing, and commissioning while advancing energy optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in electrical engineering.
• Saudi Arabia or GCC experience preferred; SCE registration and membership.
• Strong English communication and coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering expertise across energy efficiency, building, lighting, and renewable energy projects.
• Review electrical designs, single-line diagrams, technical specs, calculations and drawings.
• Conduct site inspections and technical assessments of electrical systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and optimize electrical systems.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Monitor quality, progress and technical compliance of electrical works.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and engineering documentation.

Skills

Power distribution

Lighting systems

Energy auditing

Power quality

Thermal imaging

MS Office

Education

BSc Electrical Eng

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Revit MEP

ETAP

DIALux

AGi32

Job description

We are seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to support the delivery of electrical engineering, energy efficiency, and sustainability projects across Saudi Arabia. The role will provide technical expertise across electrical systems, building projects, lighting, energy optimization, and renewable energy solutions, while working closely with project managers, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical engineering expertise across energy efficiency, building, lighting, and renewable energy projects.
• Review electrical designs, single-line diagrams, technical specifications, calculations, and engineering drawings.
• Conduct site inspections and technical assessments of electrical systems.
• Identify opportunities to improve energy efficiency and optimize electrical systems.
• Coordinate with project managers, contractors, consultants, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Support the installation, testing, commissioning, and maintenance of electrical systems.
• Monitor the quality, progress, and technical compliance of electrical works.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, material take-offs, and engineering documentation.
• Support electrical scope estimation, project scheduling, and technical planning.
• Provide technical guidance and practical engineering solutions to project teams.
• Ensure electrical works comply with applicable Saudi regulations, codes, standards, and project requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized institution.
• 3+ years of relevant professional experience in electrical engineering.
• Candidates with extensive experience, including 10+ years, are also encouraged to apply.
• Professional experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is preferred.
• Experience in project coordination, project execution, and/or project management.
• Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration and membership.
• Engineering profession reflected on the candidate's Iqama, where applicable.
• Good command of English, both written and spoken.
• Strong technical, analytical, communication, and coordination skills.

Required Skills

• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, or ETAP.
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems, power distribution, and lighting.
• Familiarity with energy auditing tools, power quality analyzers, and thermal imaging equipment is an advantage.
• Knowledge of DIALux or AGi32 is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Project.
• Knowledge of SEC standards, Saudi electrical requirements, and applicable international electrical codes.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in energy efficiency, building retrofit, street lighting, or renewable energy projects.
• Experience with solar PV system design or installation.
• CEM or CEA certification.
• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Familiarity with LEED or green building certification processes.

About the Company

Astek Middle East is part of Astek, a global engineering and technology consulting group founded in France in 1988 and now present on five continents. The Middle East entity delivers IT and technology services across Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Jordan, supporting clients in public and government, healthcare, transportation, banking, retail, airlines, and tourism. With 10,000 employees worldwide and revenue of €620 million in 2023, Astek focuses on digital transformation and complex systems engineering for international clients. The group promotes a strong culture of entrepreneurship, innovation, and continuous skills development. More information is available on the Astek Saudi Arabia and UAE country pages, and candidates can reach Astek Middle East at [e-mail].