Electrical Engineer Sr
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Role Overview
The Senior Electrical Engineer leads engineering, design review, site execution, and commissioning of electrical systems for civil and building construction projects.
The role provides technical leadership across electrical deliverables, multidisciplinary coordination, site activities, quality, compliance, and project delivery.
The position is required for high-rise building projects.
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Job Summary
The Senior Electrical Engineer leads engineering, design review, site execution, and commissioning of electrical systems for civil and building construction projects.
The role provides technical leadership across electrical deliverables, multidisciplinary coordination, site activities, quality, compliance, and project delivery.
The position is required for high-rise building projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and review electrical drawings, calculations, cable schedules, substation layouts, lighting systems, and earthing and lightning protection designs.
- Prepare, review, and approve method statements, specifications, termination drawings, bills of materials, and junction schedules.
- Select, size, and specify MV/LV switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, motors, cables, lighting fixtures, earthing, and lightning protection equipment.
- Perform and review electrical load calculations, short-circuit studies, and coordination studies.
- Coordinate electrical integration with civil, structural, mechanical, instrumentation, and other disciplines.
- Lead shop drawing and as-built drawing preparation, review, and approval.
- Resolve scope variations, technical risks, and design constraints with clients, subcontractors, and vendors.
- Provide site leadership during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning.
- Review MTOs and BOQs, monitor materials and resources, and support project schedule adherence.
- Lead document control, QA/QC inspections and audits, client approvals, and third-party coordination.
- Ensure HSE compliance and promote safe working practices across electrical activities.
- Mentor junior engineers and support technical development within the electrical engineering team.
Required Qualifications and Competencies
- Bachelor’s degree or BE/B.Tech in Electrical Engineering.
- At least 10 years of experience in civil or building construction, preferably on high-rise building projects.
- Strong technical knowledge of MV/LV electrical systems and associated equipment.
- Proven experience in electrical design, installation, testing, and commissioning for large-scale projects.
- Strong understanding of electrical drawings, substation layouts, cable routing, lighting, earthing, and lightning protection.
- Familiarity with applicable international electrical codes, standards, and authority requirements.
- Ability to lead multidisciplinary coordination and manage interfaces effectively.
- Strong experience in QA/QC processes, technical reviews, and client approvals.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, and meet tight deadlines.
Project Environment
- The role includes site leadership during construction, installation, testing, and commissioning activities for building projects.
- The position supports high-rise building construction projects and requires coordination with project stakeholders on site.
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