Senior ELV Design Engineer

Let’s start with our vision: water, energy and urbanisation made sustainable for generations to come.

With more than 14,000 people around the globe, GHD is a leading engineering, architecture, and environmental consulting firm. GHD delivers iconic projects that shape our landscapes, support our communities, and set the path of our collective future.

Our Engineering team has a strong core of highly experienced industry professionals who take a long-term approach to client management. Due to a strong pipeline of projects, our Abu Dhabi team is expanding, and we are seeking an experienced Senior ELV Design Engineer to undertake a variety of projects across the region.

In this role, you will work as part of an integrated multi-disciplinary team across various infrastructure, buildings, transport, and other project types.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Be responsible for all aspects of ELV design and delivery on assigned projects, ensuring quality standards are met and projects are completed on time.
2. Design all Extra Low Voltage (ELV) systems including, but not limited to, Telecommunication, PAVA, AV Systems, Electronic Security Systems, and Structured Cabling System from conceptual design phase to construction phase.
3. Produce compliant designs with all local authorities (Etisalat, Du, ADMMC, SIRA, etc.).
4. Collaborate with project managers, architects, and other engineers to ensure seamless integration of ELV systems into overall project designs.
5. Prepare detailed design drawings, block diagrams, specifications, and documentation for ELV systems.
6. Produce necessary ELV calculations including CCTV Field of View, Lens Calculation, Recording Time and Capacity Calculation, Wi-Fi Heat maps, etc.
7. Conduct site surveys and assessments to determine project requirements and constraints.
8. Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians.
9. Ensure compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations.
10. Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise to clients and stakeholders.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
2. Over 8 years of experience in an international design firm, specializing in ELV systems design, with at least 5 years of experience in the Middle East, preferably in the UAE.
3. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, and other design software.
4. Strong knowledge of ELV systems, including security systems, telecommunications, audiovisual systems, and building automation.
5. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
6. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
7. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Our commitment to you:

We will support your needs by giving you the tools to do your best work and then recognize achievements. We will set your curiosity free to allow brilliant minds to do their best work. We will invest in new ideas, removing barriers where we can. Finally, we will encourage you to collaborate with diverse people across our global business.

Equality, diversity, and inclusion lie at the heart of our team culture. We believe deeply in diversity and recognize the value this brings to our collective team approach to solving challenging client problems.

Inclusion is hugely important to us, and we want to ensure every team member can balance work around their unique personal circumstances. We will advocate for your professional development and provide access to formal education through the GHD Business School and practical application through technical delivery.