Principal Electrical Design Engineer

Job Description
Job Role - Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Mission Critical (Data Centres)
Verbal and written communication in English is mandatory
Strong Experience- 

• Uptime Tier III/IV Data Center Design Experience
• MV/LV, UPS & Generator Design Expertise
• Data Center Standards Knowledge (Uptime/TIA-942/NFPA)
• Client-Facing Leadership and Stakeholder Management Experience

Responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into robust electrical designs, including electrical distribution (medium and low voltage), generator, UPS systems, switchgear, busducts, grounding schemes, power monitoring systems, fire detection and alarm system etc.
• Produce all technical documentation: calculations, system studies, single-line diagrams, layout drawings, specifications, block schematics, and compliance tables.
• Lead conceptual and detailed design reviews, leveraging advanced analytical tools, BIM/Revit models, and coordination with architectural, mechanical, and building technology disciplines.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, share best practices in mission-critical electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement across the design team.
• Collaborate closely with regional and global teams to grow consulting capabilities and ensure alignment with global design standards
• Develop and standardize scalable, repeatable data center solutions to drive consistency and efficiencies across UAE and KSA.
• Conduct site assessments, capacity planning, and feasibility studies aligned with Uptime Institute Tier requirements.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (Uptime Institute, TIA-942, NFPA, ASHRAE) and local regulations.
• Drive business growth by contributing to technical proposals, client presentations, and by identifying opportunities for service enhancements 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive electrical experience in planning, designing, and delivering large-scale data centers, including multiple Uptime Tier III/IV projects.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with stakeholders in complex, matrixed environments.
• Professional certifications such as Uptime Tier Certified Professional, PMP, LEED AP, or BICSI RCDD are highly desirable.
• In-depth knowledge of Data Centres Electrical infrastructure, Power distribution topologies, servers, storage, network systems, SCADA systems, power management, ELV, and security.
• Experienced in data center construction phasing and associated design planning.
• Strong communication skills for effective client presentations, stakeholder workshops, and cross-functional coordination.
• Familiarity with local and international codes and standards, including NEC, IEC, ISO 50001, ISO 27001, PDPL, and ESMA.
   

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