Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer - Infrastructure
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Location: Abu Dhabi / Dubai, UAE Experience Level: Intermediate (3-5 years) Company Description CDM Smith is a global engineering and construction firm delivering innovative solutions in water, environment, transportation, and energy for both public and private sector clients.
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Company Description
CDM Smith is a global engineering and construction firm delivering innovative solutions in water, environment, transportation, and energy for both public and private sector clients.
The organization focuses on addressing the evolving needs of tomorrow by delivering impactful and sustainable results throughout the project life cycle.
Committed to excellence, CDM Smith provides end-to-end services that create long-term value for clients.
Explore more about how CDM Smith is shaping a better future at cdmsmith.com.
Role Description
Job Title: Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer - Infrastructure
We are seeking a motivated Intermediate Electrical Design Engineer to join our infrastructure team in the UAE.
The successful candidate will play a key role in the conceptual and detailed design of electrical systems for large-scale land development, transportation, and public utility projects.
You will work under minimal supervision to produce high-quality drawings, specifications, and calculations, ensuring compliance with local UAE regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Development: Prepare detailed electrical designs for Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) networks, including 11kV/33kV distribution substations and cable routing.
- Infrastructure Design: Design infrastructure elements including street lighting, and Telecom.
- Calculations & Technical Reports: Perform cable sizing, earthing layout calculations, lighting simulations, and load flow analysis using software like ETAP/Sincal.
- Authority Approvals: Ensure all designs comply with UAE local authority regulations and manage the approval process.
- Coordination: Coordinate with other disciplines (wet utilities, roads, landscape) and check shop drawings/material submittals.
- Site Support: Provide technical support during construction, testing, and commissioning, including site visits to verify design inputs.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of experience in electrical design, specifically in infrastructure projects within the UAE.
- Software Proficiency: Strong proficiency in AutoCAD and Civil 3D. Knowledge of ETAP and DIALux is highly desirable.
- Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with IEC standards and TAQA regulations
- Skills: Excellent coordination skills, report writing abilities, and problem-solving skills.
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