Senior Electrical Engineering

About AECOM

AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm dedicated to delivering a better world through various projects, including improving commutes, ensuring power supply, providing access to clean water, and transforming skylines. With over 50,000 professionals worldwide, AECOM partners with clients to address complex challenges and build legacies for future generations. The company is committed to creating a positive and tangible impact globally.

The Role: Senior Electrical Engineering

AECOM is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineering professional to join its team in Riyadh. This full-time role requires over 12 years of experience and involves supervising and overseeing all electrical installation works on complex fit-out projects. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with design intent, project specifications, and applicable codes, contributing to the delivery of high-quality infrastructure solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee all electrical installation works on complex fit-out projects, ensuring compliance with design intent and project specifications.
• Lead the technical review of contractor shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, RFIs, technical proposals, and calculations against IFC drawings and applicable codes.
• Provide on-site supervision and support for inspections, testing, commissioning, and handover activities, maintaining quality standards throughout the fit-out process.
• Review and approve LV systems design and installation, including power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, small power, DBs, SMDBs, and electrical equipment connections specific to fit-out requirements.
• Review and approve ELV systems design and installation, including structured cabling, CCTV, access control, public address, and other building systems integrated into the fit-out scope.
• Supervise coordination of electrical requirements with ride vendors, theming contractors, AV specialists, and other specialist suppliers to ensure seamless fit-out integration.
• Conduct technical oversight of electrical load requirements, equipment interfaces, cable routing, containment, and power supply provisions within fit-out environments.
• Identify and resolve design gaps, technical discrepancies, constructability issues, and coordination conflicts during the fit-out phase.
• Supervise interdisciplinary coordination with architectural, interior design, mechanical, FLS, and other disciplines to ensure cohesive fit-out delivery.
• Ensure all electrical work complies with Saudi Building Code, applicable IEC/NFPA standards, and project-specific requirements throughout the fit-out supervision process.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 12 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on fit-out projects.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise complex electrical installation works and ensure compliance with design and specifications.
• Proficiency in reviewing technical documentation such as shop drawings, material submittals, and calculations.
• Strong understanding of LV and ELV systems design and installation.
• Knowledge of Saudi Building Code, IEC/NFPA standards, and project-specific electrical requirements.

Work Environment and Culture

AECOM fosters a global team environment that supports professional growth and career ambitions. Employees work on projects that impact local communities and global infrastructure. The company provides resources, training, and development programs to enhance technical expertise and leadership skills. AECOM is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a workplace built on respect, collaboration, and community.

Application Process

As a condition of employment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location. AECOM is committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process.