OVERVIEW:

My client is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design and implementation of high-reliability, energy-efficient electrical systems for next-generation AI data centres. This role covers power distribution, UPS, generators, redundancy strategies (N/N+1/2N), and sustainability integration. You’ll work cross-functionally with architectural, mechanical, and project teams to ensure scalable, future-ready infrastructure.
Note: Fluency in French is required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s/Master’s in Electrical Engineering
• 8+ years in mission-critical electrical design (data centres preferred)
• Proficiency in ETAP or SKM, AutoCAD Electrical, and Revit
• Familiarity with solar, wind, or microgrid systems a plus
• Excellent communication, leadership, and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills
• Fluent in French
• PE licence or equivalent preferred; certifications (Uptime Institute, IEEE) a plus
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: AED300,000.00 - AED550,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Have you had experience designing the electrical systems within Data Centres?

• Design resilient, fault-tolerant electrical systems for mission-critical environments
• Develop single-line diagrams, layouts, and schematics
• Specify and evaluate electrical components (UPS, switchgear, transformers, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with IEC, NFPA, and local codes
• Conduct system modelling (ETAP, SKM), arc flash, and load flow studies
• Coordinate with utilities and manage power capacity planning
• Implement redundancy and support renewable integration
• Collaborate via BIM and provide technical support throughout lifecycle
• Oversee FAT/SAT and maintain detailed documentation