Electrical Engineer - Technical Office & Site

About the role

Awtad is looking for a skilled Electrical Engineer to join its growing team in Riyadh. The role suits an experienced Technical Office and Site Engineer with a strong background in construction and contracting projects, combining technical office work such as electrical load review and drawing modification with hands-on site supervision.

Key responsibilities

• Technical office: study and verify electrical load calculations, panel schedules, cable sizing and circuit breaker capacities; draft, modify and review shop and as-built drawings; review material submittals (MARs/MIRs) and issue RFIs; assist in material takeoff against the BOQ.
• Site supervision: oversee installation of power distribution, lighting, grounding and low-current systems; conduct field inspections, submit WIRs and check quality control; direct site technicians and subcontractors and enforce safety standards; take part in pre-commissioning, testing and handover.
• Coordination: work with architectural, structural and MEP teams to avoid clashes, and keep technical communication clear between consultants, project managers and suppliers.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Proven experience in electrical contracting and site execution, with demonstrated technical office practice.
• Strong understanding of applicable electrical codes and site execution standards.

Required skills

• AutoCAD
• DIALux
• Electrical load calculation tools

What we offer

• Private health insurance
• Training and development
• Performance bonus
• Paid time off