Design Lead - Electrical

7 Hours ago • 20 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

AECOM is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Design Lead - Electrical to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves leading and overseeing electrical design aspects of complex projects, ensuring innovative solutions that meet client needs while adhering to industry standards and regulations. Responsibilities include leading and mentoring electrical engineering teams, developing and reviewing electrical design concepts, schematics, and drawings, collaborating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with electrical codes and standards, managing project timelines, budgets, and resources, conducting technical risk assessments, and liaising with clients and stakeholders. The position also requires staying current with emerging technologies to drive continuous improvement in electrical design practices.
Must have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in electrical engineering
  • At least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Proficiency in electrical design software (AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN)
  • Strong knowledge of electrical codes and standards
  • Experience in circuit and power systems design
  • Project management proficiency
  • Excellent leadership and communication skills
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment
Good to have:
  • Master's degree preferred
  • Extensive experience with large-scale electrical projects
  • In-depth knowledge of power distribution and control systems
  • Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia
Perks:
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Life insurance
  • Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
  • Disability benefits
  • Paid time off
  • Leaves of absence
  • Voluntary benefits
  • Flexible work options
  • Well-being resources
  • Employee assistance program
  • Business travel insurance
  • Service recognition awards
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Employee stock purchase plan

Job Details

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

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.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Design Lead - Electrical to join our team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In this pivotal role, you will lead and oversee the electrical design aspects of complex projects, ensuring innovative solutions that meet our clients' needs while adhering to industry standards and regulations.

  • Lead and mentor a team of electrical engineers, fostering a culture of excellence and innovation
  • Develop and review electrical design concepts, schematics, and drawings for large-scale projects
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems with other engineering disciplines
  • Ensure compliance with local and international electrical codes and standards
  • Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively
  • Conduct technical risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies
  • Liaise with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to understand project requirements and deliver optimal solutions
  • Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive continuous improvement in electrical design practices

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; Master's degree preferred
  • Professional Engineering (PE) license
  • Minimum 20 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
  • Proven expertise in electrical design software such as AutoCAD Electrical and EPLAN
  • Strong knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and safety regulations
  • Demonstrated experience in circuit design, analysis, and power systems design
  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies
  • Extensive experience with large-scale electrical projects, particularly in industrial settings
  • In-depth knowledge of power distribution systems, control systems, and industrial electrical systems
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
  • Willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia as required

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. 

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