Electrical Design Engineer (Building Projects) – UPDA

To design, develop, and coordinate electrical systems for building projects, ensuring compliance with project specifications, Qatar regulations, and international standards, while delivering efficient and sustainable design solutions.

• Prepare and develop electrical design calculations and drawings:
  • Load calculations
    
  • Lighting design
    
  • Power distribution systems
    
  • Earthing & lightning protection
    
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
    
• Design ELV systems (Fire Alarm, Data, CCTV, Access Control, etc.)
  
• Ensure optimized and cost-effective design solutions
  

• Coordinate with architectural, structural, and MEP disciplines
  
• Resolve design clashes using BIM tools (Revit/Navisworks)
  
• Review and validate design deliverables from other stakeholders
  

• Manage and coordinate submissions with authorities such as:
  • Kahramaa
    
  • Civil Defence Qatar
    
• Ensure compliance with Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS) and local regulations
  
• Follow up on approvals, NOCs, and permits
  

• Review shop drawings, material submittal, and technical documents
  
• Prepare design reports, specifications, and BOQs
  
• Ensure proper documentation control and version management
  

• Provide technical support during construction and site execution
  
• Respond to RFIs and resolve technical issues
  
• Participate in testing & commissioning activities
  
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
  
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical design
  
• UPDA/MMUP Certification (Mandatory)
  
• Qatar experience required, preferably in consultancy
  
• Experience in building projects (residential, commercial, mixed-use)
  

• Strong knowledge of electrical design standards (IEC, BS, NFPA)
  
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux/Relux/ETAP
  
• Familiarity with Qatar authority regulations
  
• Strong coordination and communication skills
  
• Ability to work under deadlines and manage multiple projects