Electrical Design Engineer - Data Centers and Mission Critical

Job description

the employer in the Middle East seeks a highly experienced Mission Critical Principal Engineer - Electrical to lead end-to-end electrical system design for data centers, ensuring solutions meet rigorous reliability, efficiency, and compliance standards. Translate client requirements into robust electrical designs, including medium and low voltage distribution, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, busducts, grounding schemes, power monitoring, fire detection and alarm systems. Produce all technical documentation: calculations, system studies, single-line diagrams, layout drawings, specifications, block schematics, and compliance tables. Lead conceptual and detailed design reviews using advanced analytical tools, BIM/Revit models, and coordinate with architectural, mechanical, and building technology disciplines. Mentor junior engineers, share best practices in mission-critical electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement across the design team. Collaborate with regional and global teams to expand consulting capabilities and align with global design standards. Develop scalable, repeatable data center solutions to enhance consistency and efficiency 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. Contribute to business growth by preparing technical proposals, client presentations, and identifying service improvement opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10+ years 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 highly desirable
• in-depth knowledge of data center 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 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

Skills