Senior Electrical Engineer - Madinah

AtkinsRéalis; Riyadh Region; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight allowance

Housing allowance

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and supervision of electrical systems for high-rise, hospitality, and large-scale developments in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. You will provide technical leadership, ensure compliance with SBC, SEC and international standards, and drive project milestones.

This role requires 15–20 years of experience, strong leadership, and a track record on major regional projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering required.
• Master's degree preferred in electrical engineering or Building Services.
• Professional Engineer or Chartered Engineer status preferred.
• Membership of IEEE/IET/SCE desirable.
• LEED AP or Mostadam sustainability certifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and review of electrical systems for high-rise and complex buildings.
• Review electrical calculations, load schedules, single-line diagrams, reports and specs.
• Perform electrical load assessments, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit studies and protection coordination studies.
• Coordinate with architects, structural, mechanical, fire and life safety teams for system integration.
• Review contractor submissions including shop drawings, submittals, and testing procedures.
• Ensure compliance with SBC, SEC, international standards and project requirements.
• Monitor construction activities and witness testing, commissioning and energization.
• Support authority submissions with utilities and regulatory bodies.
• Lead design reviews, value engineering workshops and technical coordination meetings.

Skills

Electrical engineering expertise

Power system studies

ELV systems & BMS integration

Sustainable building design

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Master's degree preferred

Professional Engineer / Chartered Engineer preferred

IEEE/IET/SCE membership desirable

LEED AP / Mostadam certification advantageous

Job description

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to support the design, review, coordination, and construction supervision of major high-rise residential, commercial, hospitality, mixed-use, and large-scale building developments in Madinah, Saudi Arabia. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership for all electrical engineering systems, ensuring compliance with project requirements, Saudi regulations, international standards, sustainability objectives, and project delivery milestones.

Your role

• Lead the design and review of mechanical building services systems for high-rise and mixed-
• Lead the design, review, and coordination of electrical systems for high-rise and complex building developments.
• Review and approve electrical calculations, load schedules, single-line diagrams, technical reports, and specifications.
• Perform electrical load assessments, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit studies, protection coordination studies, and power system analysis.
• Coordinate with architects, structural engineers, mechanical engineers, fire and life safety consultants, and specialist contractors to ensure seamless system integration.
• Review contractor submissions including shop drawings, material submittals, technical queries, method statements, and testing procedures.
• Conduct technical reviews to ensure compliance with project specifications, Saudi Building Code (SBC), SEC requirements, and international standards.
• Monitor electrical construction activities to ensure installations comply with approved drawings, project quality requirements, and safety standards.
• Conduct site inspections and witness testing, commissioning, and energization activities.
• Support authority submissions and approval processes with relevant utility providers and regulatory authorities.
• Lead multidisciplinary design reviews, value engineering workshops, and technical coordination meetings.
• Identify and resolve design, construction, and commissioning issues to minimize project risks and delays.
• Support project handover activities and verify testing and commissioning documentation.
• Implement energy-efficient and sustainable electrical design solutions, including renewable energy integration where applicable.
• Provide mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers and project teams.
• Prepare technical reports, progress updates, and engineering recommendations for clients and project stakeholders.

About You

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from a recognized university.
• Master's degree in electrical engineering or Building Services Engineering is preferred.
• Professional Engineer registration or Chartered Engineer status is preferred.
• Membership of recognized professional bodies such as IEEE, IET, or Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) is desirable.
• LEED AP, Mostadam, or other sustainability-related certifications are an advantage.
• 15 to 20 years of professional electrical engineering experience.
• Minimum 10 years of experience on major high-rise and large-scale building projects.
• Previous experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC countries is highly preferred.
• Experience in consultant, PMC, or multidisciplinary engineering consultancy environments.
• Demonstrated involvement in projects from concept design through construction, commissioning, and handover.
• Strong expertise in electrical building services design and engineering.
• Experience with power system studies and electrical distribution network design.
• Strong understanding of ELV systems, smart building technologies, and BMS integration.
• Experience in sustainable and energy-efficient building design solutions.
• Familiarity with testing, commissioning, and energization procedures.

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

Rewards & benefits

• 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, family care, 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.