Company Description

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There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Electrical & Dry Utilities Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of authority guidelines, standards, and requirements in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and KSA. This role requires expertise in dry utilities and infrastructure projects, from the Concept Masterplan stage to the IFC stage, as well as a solid background in infrastructure engineering. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, coordinating, and managing electrical and dry utility systems while ensuring compliance with local authority standards

Technical Expertise

• Authority Guidelines: Strong understanding of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and KSA authority guidelines, standards, and requirements.
• Infrastructure Design: Full understanding of dry utilities and infrastructure project requirements from Concept Masterplan to IFC stage.
• Electrical Systems: Expertise in primary substations, EHV, HV & LV corridors, distribution substations, pocket substations, feeder pillars, and service turrets.
• Telecommunication Infrastructure: Design telecommunication networks, including ducts, manholes, and GSM tower coverage requirements.
• Street Lighting Design: Design street lighting for all road types, ROW, lighting calculations, SLDs, load schedules, and landscape lighting branch wiring.
• Master Planning: Develop utility corridor space proofing, ROW, utilities requirements, and master plan calculations and reports.

Coordination & Collaboration

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including wet utilities, roads, transportation, landscape, and building teams.
• Coordinate with local authorities across the Middle East to ensure compliance and approvals.
• Prepare NOC submissions and address contractor RFIs, technical submittals, and clarifications related to electrical works and dry utilities.

Digitalization & Innovation

• Work towards digitalization, innovation, and process improvements to manage workload and deliverables effectively.
• Utilize BIM and relevant software (Revit knowledge is an advantage).

Leadership & Communication

• Manage design and approval processes while interfacing with project teams, clients, and stakeholders.
• Build and nurture relationships to create effective working environments.
• Work with geographically and culturally diverse teams.

Qualifications

• Experience: More than 3 years of experience in design-focused roles (construction supervision experience not preferred).
• Technical Skills:
  • HV networks up to 33kV and LV networks, including calculations and report writing.
  • Telecommunication infrastructure network design and GSM coverage requirements.
  • Street lighting design, including ROW, SLDs, and load schedules.
  • Proficiency in BIM and relevant design software (Revit knowledge is a plus).
• Authority Coordination: Proven experience coordinating with local authorities in the Middle East

• Education:
  • Minimum: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Preferred: Master's Degree in Energy/Renewable Energy and/or Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
• Skills:
  • Strong report writing and technical documentation skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple teams and projects effectively.
  • Leadership skills to foster collaboration and innovation.

Additional Information

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients' complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle - from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.