Electrical Design Engineer

Location: Dubai
Salary: Based on experience
Job Code: 221/001/649
Industry: Water Treatment
Working Hours: As per UAE labor laws

Job Brief:
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Dubai. The ideal candidate will specialize in designing electrical systems for water treatment plants, firefighting systems, and environmental service projects. This role requires a proactive individual who can ensure that designs meet both technical standards and client-specific requirements.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Design and prepare electrical technical submittals, including Single Line Diagrams, Schematic Diagrams for Panels (MCC, MDB, SMDB, DB), BOQs, Cable Sizing, Cable Lists, Load Schedules, Layouts, Lighting & Small Power, Earthing & Lightning, Electrical Shop Drawings, etc.
  • Prepare all electrical test forms, such as FAT, SAT, Megger Test, Continuity and Loop Test, Functional Test, Earthing Test, etc.
  • Coordinate with process, mechanical, instrument, automation, and draftsmen teams to prepare electrical designs.
  • Provide support to the Proposal, Production, and Operation teams.
  • Send RFQs to suppliers for electrical work and manage coordination, negotiations, and technical meetings.
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
  • 4+ years of experience in electrical designing and preparing technical submittals for industrial applications.
  • Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design tools.
  • Strong understanding of electrical components such as MCCs, VFDs, PLCs, and power distribution panels.
  • Excellent knowledge of UAE regulations and authority requirements (DEWA, DM, ADDC, etc.).
  • Proficiency in electrical testing procedures and test form preparation.
  • Ability to coordinate across multiple disciplines (mechanical, process, automation, etc.).
  • Preferable experience in water/wastewater projects or similar industrial applications.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills.

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