Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Buildings (UK Passport Holder)

Engage Selection

UAE

Ref: KP074-2502

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Our client an international MEP Consultancy requires a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join their Buildings team in their Dubai office.

Whilst the role is Dubai based, due to project requirements the first 6 months will be spent on secondment working in their Qatar office.

Due to visa restrictions the suitable individual must be a UK passport holder.

Previous middle east experience is desirable but not essential.

This is a technically challenging role and the suitable individual must have extensive technical knowledge and experience.

Key Responsibilities will include.:
• Lead projects from an electrical perspective and be part of a multidiscipline team.
• Provide solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Provide support to fee and capital budget proposals as required.
• Monitor/Mentor electrical engineering staff at junior levels
• Check other electrical engineers work for accuracy and quality
• Interface with clients, vendor’s representatives and project field personnel.
• Attend and participate in client meetings.
• Direct and/or participate in project site visits to monitor and review aelectrical installations.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or similar discipline
• Minimum 10 - 15 years post graduation experience in Electrical Building Services Design
• Chartered or working towards this status
• Demonstrable advanced technical knowledge & experience in the complete suite of electrical engineering design services.
• This shall include MV and LV power distribution, generators, UPS systems, lighting & emergency lighting, small power, voice / data, cable containment, fire alarm, security, lightning protection, earthing & bonding
• Advanced knowledge of all applicable electrical engineering codes, standards and acceptable industry practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills required

About the Company

Engage was formed in 2007 in response to frustrations at the level of service delivery offered by traditional large recruitment agencies working in the construction market. With a belief in providing a truly knowledgeable, precise and quality driven service, Engage strives to offer a recruitment experience to both employers and candidates that is unrivalled in the marketplace.

We provide precision staffing solutions, including contingency and executive search, within the construction and commercial marketplaces. Our enduring relationships with market leading organisations in the region and overseas means we have access to the best candidates and the best vacancies.

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Electrical Design Engineer salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 8,000

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