Senior Electrical Design Engineer

Powerchina Oasis Engineering Consultancy Company · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Role SummaryDesign electrical systems (ELV/LV/MV), prepare drawings and calculations, coordinate across disciplines, and deliver code-compliant, constructible designs for consultancy projects.Key Responsibilities

Develop complete electrical design packages: single-line diagrams, load schedules, panel schedules, cable sizing, grounding/earthing, lighting, small power, and MV/LV distribution.
Model and document systems in Autodesk Revit (BIM) and produce coordinated shop/IFC drawings.
Perform lighting, power, and short-circuit/voltage-drop calculations; select equipment and protection settings using Etap and other industry related softwares.
Design ELV/low-current systems (as applicable): fire alarm, CCTV, access control, data/telecom, PA/BGM.
Ensure compliance with relevant codes/standards (e.g., IEC/NEC, SBC, NFPA, utility/SEC requirements).
Coordinate with architectural, structural, mechanical, and site teams; resolve clashes and RFI responses.
Prepare BOQs, technical specifications, datasheets, and material submittals; support tendering and value engineering.
Conduct design reviews, QA/QC checks, and support site with technical clarifications.Must-Have Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
Minimum 8 years of electrical design experience in a consulting engineering office.
Proficiency in Autodesk CAD for electrical/BIM modeling and documentation.
Solid command of AutoCAD and MS Office (Excel for schedules/calcs).
Working knowledge of IEC/NEC, NFPA, SBC, and local utility standards (e.g., SEC) and permitting processes.
Proven experience producing coordinated IFC/tender drawings and complete calculation packs.Technical Skills (Required)
Load estimation, diversity factors, feeder/cable sizing, short-circuit and voltage-drop studies.
LV/MV distribution design, transformer/switchgear selection, grounding/earthing & lightning protection.
Interior/exterior lighting design and controls; emergency/exit lighting.
ELV systems fundamentals and interface with life-safety systems.
BIM coordination (worksets, families, schedules) and clash detection workflows.Preferred/Plus
Experience with: ETAP/DIALux/Calculux, Navisworks/Clash detection, BIM 360/ACC.
Arabic/English communication; KSA market/authority experience.
Previous experience within Saudi Arabia.Soft Skills
Strong coordination and communication skills.
Attention to detail, documentation rigor, and QA mindset.
Ability to manage priorities and meet deadlines across multiple projects.
Calculation reports (load, SC, VD, lighting), SLDs, panel schedules.
BOQs, datasheets, technical specs, and compliance matrices.Typical Deliverables
Revit models, coordinated drawings (IFC/tender/shop).
Calculation reports (load, SC, VD, lighting), SLDs, panel schedules.
BOQs, datasheets, technical specs, and compliance matrices.