ENGINEER, DESIGN ELECTRICAL

Requisition ID: 14022

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Group Overview:

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar Building Systems

alfanar Construction is classified as a Grade I contractor by the Contractors Classification Committee of the Government of Saudi Arabia.

alfanar Building Systems manufactures and markets a variety of building construction products and systems.

The core manufacturing activities of the industries operating under alfanar Building Systems are:

1. Real estate development
2. Façade cladding, glazing systems and architectural aluminum products
3. Precast concrete products and architectural elements

Job Purpose:

To lead and manage the design and development of electrical systems and components for various projects, ensuring functionality, safety, and compliance with relevant standards and regulations.

Key Accountability Areas:

• Design and Development: Design electrical systems and components using CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, REVIT) and specialized design tools. Develop detailed drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Electrical Systems Design: Design and engineer electrical systems for buildings, industrial facilities, or infrastructure projects, including power distribution, lighting, fire alarm, security and control systems.
• Compliance and Regulation: Ensure compliance with relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations, such as the National Electrical Code (NEC), International Building Code (IBC), and local building and safety code (SBC).
• Collaboration: Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, architects, contractors, and clients, to coordinate electrical design activities.
• Load Calculations and Analysis: Conduct load calculations and electrical system analysis to ensure proper sizing and performance of electrical equipment and systems, considering factors such as voltage drop, short-circuit currents, and fault protection.
• Quality Control: Review and verify the accuracy of electrical drawings to ensure they meet project requirements and adhere to quality standards.
• Problem-solving: Identify and resolve technical issues or discrepancies in electrical designs, working closely with the engineering team as needed.
• Communication: Effectively communicate with internal teams and external vendors to convey technical information and address any concerns related to electrical drawings.
• Project Coordination: Assist in project coordination by providing timely updates on the status of electrical drawings and collaborating with other team members to meet project deadlines.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on industry trends, advancements, and emerging technologies in electrical design. Seek opportunities to improve design processes, efficiency, and effectiveness.

Role Accountability:

• System Layout and Configuration: Electrical engineers are accountable for laying out electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, communication, and control systems.
• Creating Technical Drawings: Create accurate and detailed drawings, including schematics, circuit diagrams, wiring diagrams using software such as AutoCAD, REVIT, Etap and other specialized design tools.
• Component Selection and Specification: Research, evaluate, and select electrical components, equipment, and materials based on project requirements, performance criteria, and cost considerations.
• Documentation and Reporting: Prepare technical reports, design documentation, and engineering drawings to communicate design specifications, procedures, and findings.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that electrical designs comply with relevant industry standards, building codes, safety regulations, and certification requirements.
• Quality Assurance and Review: Electrical engineers are accountable for conducting quality assurance reviews of their designs to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with project requirements.
• Client Communication and Support: Provide technical expertise and support to clients, contractors, and internal teams throughout the design, implementation, and maintenance phases of projects.
• Drafting Electrical Plans: Create detailed electrical drawings, plans, and diagrams using computer-aided design (CAD and REVIT) software.
• Interpreting Specifications: Review technical specifications and design documents to understand project requirements and ensure compliance with relevant codes and standards.
• Ensuring Accuracy: Check drawings for accuracy and completeness, including dimensions, labels, and symbols.
• Updating Drawings: Revise and update electrical drawings as needed to reflect changes in design and specifications.
• Maintaining Documentation: Organize and maintain a library of electrical drawings, documents, and related project files.
• Adhering to Safety Standards: Ensure that electrical drawings comply with relevant safety regulations and building codes.
• Meeting Deadlines: Work efficiently to meet project deadlines and milestones.

Academic Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Work Experience: 5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies:

• Analytical thinking
• Communication
• Creativity
• Initiative
• MS Office
• Presentation
• Report writing
• Research Analysis
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Well Organized
• Work under pressure