Principal Engineer – Electrical (Aviation)
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About the Role
WSP is seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical – Aviation Buildings to lead electrical design for complex aviation and industrial buildings. The role requires 15+ years of experience, professional registration, and expertise in MV/LV distribution, ELV systems, and hazardous-area electrical design.
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Responsibilities
- Lead electrical design from feasibility and Basis of Design through detailed design, tender and construction support for aviation facilities
- Own the electrical power strategy for large scale facilities: MV/LV distribution, redundancy, load management, earthing, and control philosophies
- Engineer electrical systems for hazardous operations: paint booths/rooms, fuel cell maintenance areas, welding zones ensuring ATEX/IECEx compliance
- Design and specify power systems for aviation facilities: transformers, generators, UPS, distribution boards, and backup systems
- Integrate electrical utilities across MRO and workshop environments: ground power units, PCA interfaces, process equipment loads
- Deliver BIM led coordination (Revit/Navisworks) across architecture, structures, MEP, and specialist systems
- Perform calculations and studies: load estimation, cable sizing, protection coordination, short circuit analysis, and lighting design
- Author technical documents: BoD, load schedules, single line diagrams, specifications, and commissioning plans
- Mentor and review engineers/designers; lead design reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability/operability workshops
- Engage stakeholders—airlines, MROs, airport operators, and authorities—to secure approvals and ensure smooth delivery
- Lead retrofit, refurbishment, and brownfield upgrades in operational airport environments
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering; Master's degree preferred
- Professionally registered (CEng, PE, or equivalent)
- 15+ years' experience in electrical building services design, including aviation and complex infrastructure projects
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and delivering major projects
- Strong knowledge of international electrical design codes, standards, and aviation requirements
- Expertise in MV/LV power distribution, load assessments, protection systems, and earthing design
- Proficiency in BIM and industry standard design software including Revit, Navisworks, ETAP, and Dialux
- Experience in airport facilities, terminal buildings, and aviation related infrastructure is highly desirable
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Role Overview
- WSP in the Middle East are seeking a Principal Engineer – Electrical – Aviation Buildings to lead the design and delivery of complex aviation and industrial buildings.
- You will act as the electrical technical authority, overseeing power distribution, ELV systems, airfield/ground systems interfaces, and hazardous area electrical design.
Responsibilities
- Lead electrical design from feasibility and Basis of Design (BoD) through detailed design, tender and construction support for aviation facilities.
- Own the electrical power strategy for large scale facilities (e.g., hangar bays): MV/LV distribution, redundancy, load management, earthing, and control philosophies.
- Engineer electrical systems for hazardous operations: paint booths/rooms, fuel cell maintenance areas, welding zones—ensuring compliance with ATEX/IECEx.
- Design and specify power systems for aviation facilities: transformers, generators, UPS, distribution boards, and backup systems.
- Integrate electrical utilities across MRO and workshop environments—ground power units (GPU), PCA interfaces, process equipment loads.
- Shape electrical systems for catering facilities: resilient power distribution for kitchens, cold chain systems, and hygienic areas.
- Deliver BIM led coordination (Revit/Navisworks) across architecture, structures, MEP, and specialist systems.
- Perform calculations and studies: load estimation, cable sizing, protection coordination, short circuit analysis, and lighting design.
- Author technical documents: BoD, load schedules, single line diagrams (SLDs), specifications, and commissioning plans.
- Mentor and review engineers/designers; lead design reviews, HAZOPs, and constructability/operability workshops.
- Engage stakeholders—airlines, MROs, airport operators, and authorities—to secure approvals and ensure smooth delivery.
- Lead retrofit, refurbishment, and brownfield upgrades in operational airport environments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering; Master's degree preferred.
- Professionally registered (CEng, PE, or equivalent).
- 15+ years' experience in electrical building services design, including aviation and complex infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary design teams and delivering major projects.
Technical Expertise
- Strong knowledge of international electrical design codes, standards, and aviation requirements.
- Expertise in MV/LV power distribution, load assessments, protection systems, and earthing design.
- Proficiency in BIM and industry standard design software, including Revit, Navisworks, ETAP, and Dialux.
- Experience in airport facilities, terminal buildings, and aviation related infrastructure is highly desirable.
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