Electrical Engineer

Job Description:

The Project Management unit at the American University of Sharjah is looking for an electrical engineer to serve AUS projects which are in the planning and construction stages. The prospective candidate should be well-experienced and responsible for electrical systems work related to design, construction, and maintenance. This includes fault finding for Building Services, Substations, HV, LV distribution, Emergency Power Systems & Generators, ELV systems such as Structured Cabling & Networking, SMATV, Car Park Management Systems & Gate barriers, Fire Alarm Systems, Access Control Systems, Security CCTV Surveillance Systems, Building Automation, Integration, Lighting Controls, IT related systems, from the feasibility stage till handover, including Defect Liability Period of the Project, warranty, Training & Operations.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Carrying out the project feasibility studies and providing preliminary project requirements.
2. Reviewing consultant design documentation such as drawings, calculations, specifications, and other technical reports.
3. Prepare specification and cost estimates for electrical materials and labor for in-house projects.
4. Developing design specifications for equipment, material selections, equipment configurations, and plant layouts.
5. Coordinating with multi-discipline teams of engineers and designers to produce engineering works.
6. Site attendance and sign off on plant installation, testing, and commissioning inspections.
7. Inspect electrical systems and equipment for compliance and safety.
8. Investigate equipment failures, fault diagnoses, and making recommendations for remedial works.
9. Preparation of material requisition (M.R.) and work requisition (W.R.) for bid inquiry.

Qualifications And Skills Required:

The candidate must be a degree holder in Electrical Engineering from a reputed university with a minimum of 15 years of working experience. Additionally, the candidate should have excellent interpersonal communication skills, knowledge about standard electrical systems, computer literacy, familiarity with AutoCAD, exposure to large-scale projects, and the ability to work independently under minimal guidance.

Preferred Qualifications And Skills:

An experience in energy management subject/techniques for new buildings as well as existing facilities, experience & exposure in mechanical systems, testing and commissioning, project cost estimation experiences, and electrical work design experience.

How To Apply:

Interested applicants should fill out the form. AUS alumni are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. AUS is an equal opportunity employer.