Senior Electrical Engineer – MEP Contracting

About the role

We are looking for a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with over 10 years of hands‑on MEP contracting experience in the UAE. The role requires deep knowledge of DEWA regulations, authority approvals, and end‑to‑end electrical project execution across commercial, residential, high‑rise, hospitality and industrial developments.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical design review and ensure compliance with DEWA standards.
• Manage site execution, authority coordination and obtain necessary approvals.
• Oversee budget and schedule to deliver projects on time and within cost.
• Conduct testing, commissioning and handover of electrical systems.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in MEP electrical engineering in the UAE.
• DM and DEWA certification.
• Proven experience with LV & HV power distribution, load calculations and demand assessment.
• Hands‑on expertise in MDB, SMDB, DB design, cable sizing, earthing and lightning protection.

Required skills

• DEWA regulations and approval procedures
• LV and HV power distribution design
• Load calculation and demand assessment
• MDB, SMDB, DB design and installation
• Cable sizing, voltage drop calculations and routing
• Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Lighting design and lux level calculations
• Generator and UPS system integration
• Electrical protection and coordination studies
• Short circuit and fault level analysis
• Substation coordination and energisation procedures
• Testing and commissioning of electrical systems