Senior Electrical Utilities Engineer – Bridges & Infrastructure

AtkinsRéalis; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Flight contribution

Transport & housing allowances

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Utility Engineer (Electrical) in Riyadh to support multidisciplinary infrastructure and bridge projects across the GCC, overseeing planning, design review, supervision, and coordination of MV/LV power distribution, substations, street lighting, ICT and related utilities.

The role demands 15+ years in electrical utility engineering, with proven bridge project experience and strong communication skills, plus proficiency in AutoCAD, Dialux, Revit/BIM among other tools.

Qualifications

• B.Sc. or Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 15+ years of experience in electrical utility engineering, Bridges projects, and construction supervision.
• Proven experience in the design, coordination, and supervision of MV/LV networks, substations, street lighting, ICT, and telecommunications systems.
• Mandatory experience on major bridge and transportation infrastructure projects, including utility coordination and interface management.
• Strong knowledge of international standards, utility authority requirements, and construction practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, technical writing, and communication skills.
• Experience with AutoCAD, Dialux, Revit/BIM, and other engineering design software.
• Ability to review technical documentation, manage multidisciplinary interfaces, and lead project teams effectively.
• Demonstrated commitment to Client Service, Quality, Communication, Innovation, Professionalism, and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and support on large multidisciplinary infrastructure and bridge projects.
• Review and supervise electrical utility designs, ensuring compliance with project requirements and industry standards.
• Coordinate utility interfaces with bridge, road, and transportation infrastructure works.
• Monitor and report on project performance, progress, quality, and technical compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety regulations and promote a strong safety culture across project teams.
• Manage and coordinate contractors, consultants, and stakeholders throughout project delivery.
• Provide technical expertise on power distribution networks, substations, street lighting, ICT, and utility relocations.
• Support project budgeting, design reviews, construction supervision, and delivery from concept through completion.

Job description

AtkinsRéalis seeks a Senior Utility Engineer (Electrical) in Riyadh to support multidisciplinary infrastructure and bridge projects across the GCC, overseeing planning, design review, supervision, and coordination of MV/LV power distribution, substations, street lighting, ICT and related utilities.

The role demands 15+ years in electrical utility engineering, with proven bridge project experience and strong communication skills, plus proficiency in AutoCAD, Dialux, Revit/BIM among other tools.