Senior Electrical Engineer

Job description / Role

We are currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer for our multi-billion dollar project in Doha, Qatar. You will perform engineering assignments using conventional or innovative engineering techniques and analysis under the guidance of a Senior Electrical Engineer. At this level, the Engineer is fully proficient in the utilization of standard engineering theories and practices. Some assignments involve CAE (computer aided engineering) /CAD applications.

- You will be responsible for the review and approval of all Electrical designs submitted for villas, low rise, and high rise towers submitted by sub developers during their services design stage and Civic buildings approval process to ensure the overall connected load and diversified loads do not exceed the allocated electrical loads.
- Ensuring that all sub developer designs are in accordance with Kahramaa codes, standards and specifications
- Implementing the project quality plan and quality procedures and productivity related to all sub developer electrical works submittals in accordance with program of work on the project under the guidance of LCAC’s Senior Electrical Engineer.
- Liaising and co-ordinating with sub developers design consultants. Assists in defining the process for execution of engineering activities related to all types of electrical systems and to identify the need for specialty assistance.
- Interface with Local Authorities and follow up on issuance of Electrical Building Permit applications.
- Performs engineering tasks and particularly important engineering work efficiently and accurately. Regularly interfaces with other engineering disciplines as well as other Departments and Authorities.
- Reviews design drawings and specifications that have been prepared by sub developers and provides comments on the results of the reviews.
- Provides technical guidance to CAD designers/drafters, designers and engineers working on the same project. Coordinates the activities of any electrical engineering staff under his control and coordinates with the Senior Electrical Engineer.
- Understands all related codes and their application to the project and oversees and manages the interface with local agencies to co-ordinate design standards usage and monthly approvals process.
- Maintains awareness of the project electrical specifications, drawings and design criteria
- Provides regular reports on progress to the CAC Head of Technical Engineering Services.

Requirements

- 4-5 year degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field
- Grade A certified by Qatar MMUP and Kahramaa (able to obtain within 3 months of employment)
- 10-15 years of related work experience
- Design Consultancy background
- Experience in review of electrical design within villas, low rise, mid rise, high rise residential and office towers.
- Experience in HV/LV projects and electrical distribution , substations , controls and construction within office and residential buildings
- Experienced in the interfacing of mechanical equipment with electrical controls systems.
- Knowledge and experience with design of large scale electrical systems and infrastructure. Must have Qatar experience complemented with other experience, preferably GCC/Middle East.
- Preferably Bilingual (Arabic/English) with excellent written and oral communication skills in English
- Thorough understanding of International/Qatar local regulations, Codes and Standards
- Has knowledge of interface components associated with HV/LV networks and substations. Satisfactory knowledge of materials and electro mechanical equipment and instruments.

About the Company

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Parsons provides technical and management solutions to federal, regional and local government agencies as well as private industries worldwide.