Senior Electrical Engineer

About the role

EMKAN Engineering & Consultancy is looking for a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join its engineering consultancy and construction supervision team. The engineer reviews, evaluates and approves electrical submissions, supervises electrical installations and ensures technical compliance of electrical systems on large-scale, complex projects, especially hospitals, hotels, healthcare facilities and other buildings with sophisticated electrical infrastructure.

Key responsibilities

• Review electrical design drawings, shop drawings, technical calculations, material submittals and method statements.
• Evaluate and recommend approval or rejection of electrical technical submissions under delegated authority.
• Supervise installation of electrical systems against approved drawings, specifications and standards.
• Review LV/MV distribution systems, transformers, substations, switchgear, distribution boards and associated infrastructure.
• Check load calculations, cable sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit calculations, protection coordination and earthing.
• Supervise emergency power, diesel generators, UPS and critical electrical installations.
• Inspect lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarm, BMS and ELV/low-current systems, and coordinate them with mechanical, architectural and structural works.
• Monitor contractor performance, review testing and commissioning procedures and reports, and issue observations with corrective actions.
• Advise the Project Manager and consultancy management, take part in coordination meetings and resolve technical issues.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university.
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in engineering consultancy and construction supervision.
• Proven experience in hospitals, international-standard hotels, healthcare facilities or other complex building developments.
• Strong familiarity with international standards such as IEC, IEEE, NFPA and applicable electrical codes.
• Good command of technical English is highly desirable.

Required skills

• Advanced knowledge of power distribution, emergency power, lighting, fire alarm, ELV and electrical building services.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD; experience with ETAP, Dialux or Revit MEP is an advantage.
• Analytical ability, technical decision-making and strong communication and reporting skills.

To apply, interested candidates send their updated CV by email to the employer.