Electrical Design Engineer

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

• Category: Electrical Engineering

Description

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Job Description

With more than 14000 people around the globe, GHD is one of the world’s leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. 

Role Overview

As an Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing and developing electrical systems that meet project specifications, local authority regulations, and international standards. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Design electrical systems including lighting, power distribution, fire alarms, earthing, and lightning protection.

Prepare detailed drawings, schematics, and layouts using AutoCAD, Revit, and Navisworks.

Conduct electrical calculations: load analysis, short-circuit analysis, voltage drop, and cable sizing.

Ensure compliance with DEWA, ADDC, UAE Fire Code, and other authority requirements.

Coordinate with other disciplines (MEP, architectural, infrastructure) during design phases.

Support tender documentation and technical specifications.

Liaise with suppliers and contractors to ensure design integrity and execution.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.

4+ years of experience in electrical design, preferably in the UAE.

Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and electrical design software.

Familiarity with DEWA, ADDC, and UAE regulatory standards.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and coordination abilities.

Proficiency in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, SolidWorks Electrical, or similar.

Knowledge of embedded systems, control systems, and power distribution.

Take on some of the world's toughest challenges- with everyone at GHD backing you every step of the way.

At GHD, we celebrate the power of a multicultural workforce and champion individual achievement. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to providing fair and inclusive employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees—regardless of background, identity, or experience. We believe that diversity drives innovation, and we welcome the unique perspectives that each team member brings to our organization.

Company

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GHD

Our commitments anchor us to what is truly important. They give us insights into the best ways to partner with clients like you to solve the world’s biggest challenges. Commitment is how we grew from a small engineering practice in Melbourne, Australia, in 1928 into a global professional services company today with over 11,000 employees in 160 offices on five continents.

We stand shoulder-to-shoulder with you to make water, energy and communities sustainable for generations to come. This is a commitment for our children, your children, and all those who come after, and is the vision and the purpose behind all our efforts.

No matter where our work takes us around the planet, whether we’re partnering on a local initiative or a global infrastructure project, we’re helping create lasting community benefit. And that’s why our work is more than just a job — it is an unshakable belief in the future we are building.

Our employees own our business. Our projects, like our people, are diverse and global. We take the long view of the climate crisis, geopolitical shifts, industry disruption and even technological advances. Our success in growing GHD over nearly a century gives us the experience to help you unlock opportunities and protect against future shocks, without compromising your competitive edge.

Working with GHD means partnering with our innovative, multidisciplinary, and globally-connected team. Our commitment is to help you go beyond expectations and deliver sustainable outcomes. We are constantly evolving to fulfil that commitment, and we're ready to work with you to transform the areas where you work, live and play.