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Lead Electrical Engineer

AtkinsRéalis · SA.Site Office.Saudi Arabia Site Offices

Full-timeSenior10 Nov 2026
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Lead Electrical Engineer opportunity at AtkinsRéalis based in Saudi Arabia site offices. The role leads design, coordination, installation, testing, commissioning and handover of electrical systems for a mixed-use project, supervising engineering teams and ensuring compliance with standards and client requirements.

Key responsibilities

  • Lead electrical design and technical delivery from concept to commissioning.
  • Prepare, review and approve electrical calculations, drawings and specifications.
  • Coordinate with architects and other engineering disciplines for integrated delivery.
  • Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, RFIs and method statements.
  • Provide engineering support during construction, testing, commissioning and handover.
  • Conduct design reviews, value engineering and technical risk assessments.
  • Lead site inspections and ensure works meet approved designs and quality standards.
  • Supervise and mentor junior engineers and prepare reports and presentations.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Minimum 15+ years experience on large-scale building or infrastructure projects.
  • Proven experience leading electrical engineering teams through project lifecycle.
  • Strong knowledge of LV/MV power distribution, substations, transformers, generators and UPS.
  • Experience with load calculations, fault analysis and system coordination studies.
  • Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, NFPA, BS and local authority requirements.
  • Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, AutoCAD, Revit MEP and BIM platforms.
  • Professional certification (PE/CEng) preferred.

Benefits

  • Tax-free salary
  • Life insurance
  • Medical insurance
  • Annual leave
  • Company gratuity scheme
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Annual flight contribution
  • Transportation and housing allowances
  • 24/7 employee wellbeing program

Skills

ETAPSKMAutoCADRevit MEPBIMPower system studiesFault analysisLV/MV distributionTesting & commissioningProject management

Source: Workday. Last checked as open: 13 Nov 2026. You apply directly with the employer.

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