Senior Engineer - Electrical

WSP in the Middle East


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Riyadh
Contract type: Full time
Job Description

What if you could do the kind of work the world needs?

At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can embrace your curiosity in a culture that celebrates new ideas and diverse perspectives. You can experience a world of opportunity and the chance to shape a career as unique as you.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct electrical design review for all power and low‑current systems, ensuring compliance with project specifications, international standards, and data centre best practices.
  • Review and validate designs for MV/LV distribution, UPS systems, generators, grounding, lighting, ELV systems, and critical power infrastructure.
  • Supervise electrical works on site, ensuring quality, safety, and adherence to approved drawings and method statements.
  • Coordinate with mechanical, architectural, ICT, and commissioning teams to ensure seamless integration of all electrical systems.
  • Identify design gaps, technical risks, and constructability issues, proposing practical solutions.
  • Support factory and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) for major electrical equipment.
  • Monitor contractor progress, review technical submittals, and provide clear recommendations to the project leadership.
  • Ensure all electrical installations meet the reliability and redundancy requirements of Tier‑rated data centre environments.
  • Participate in commissioning activities and support final handover documentation.


Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
  • Minimum 12 years of experience in electrical engineering within large‑scale construction projects
  • Proven experience in data centre, mission‑critical, or high‑reliability electrical systems
  • Strong background in design review, site supervision, and multidisciplinary coordination
  • Familiarity with international standards
  • Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and stakeholder‑management skills


Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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