Job Description

With more than 14000+ people around the globe, GHD is one of the world's leading professional services companies operating in the global markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation. Serving clients across five continents and the Pacific region, GHD people share a passion for exceeding the expectations of our clients and contributing to their success


Join a global professional services leader. We are committed to solving the world's biggest challenges in the areas of water, energy and urbanization.

Our Building Engineering team has a strong core team of highly qualified industry professionals who take a long term approach to client management. Our outstanding market position and enviable reputation leads to strong trusted relationships and repeat business.


Due to a strong pipeline of projects, our Abu Dhabi team is rapidly growing, and we are seeking an experienced Site based Electrical and Solar Power 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 a variety of infrastructure, buildings, transport and other project types. This role will see you involved in


• Undertaking and managing the design and documentation of Building Services including: electrical power reticulation and distribution systems, lighting design, standby power generation, communications cabling, lightning protection, fire detection, audio visual and security for various new or revamp related projects.
• Preparation and coordination of fee proposals, technical report writing, cost reporting and client liaison at project level.
• Preparation of authority submissions and construction phase services.
• Leading, mentoring, training and coaching other team members

What you will bring to the team

• B.S. or equivalent degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
• Minimum fifteen (15) years relevant experience. Must have been in consultant's organization for at least three (3) years in similar position.
• Fully familiar with international codes, standards and recommended practices to be applied for solar power projects during design phase of execution. The experience must include all studies including transient studies for the discipline besides other activities normally carried out for similar EPC projects. Experience in the application of 3 phase electrical projects and their interfaces with electrical distribution authorities in Dubai is a must. Must have proven ability to contribute during development of electrical system studies, Engineering reviews, purchase, testing and installation.
• A relevant tertiary qualification together with RPEQ status or potential to attain RPEQ status.
• An advanced understanding of Electrical codes.
• Understanding of local council/authority, utility and QFES requirements.
• Flexibility to travel for short term project assignments.
• An understanding of renewable energy resources.
• Proficiency with industry standard software (MS Office, Autocad, PowerCAD, AGI32/Dialux, Bluebeam/Adobe Acrobat).
• Ability/desire to carry out coordinated design in the Revit environment using Elumtools and CANECO software packages.

Our commitment to you



Fostering gender balance, diversity and acceptance of flexible working is central to the way GHD does business. We offer a professional, friendly and inclusive culture based on our core values of Safety, Teamwork, Respect and Integrity.




In addition to a competitive salary, GHD provides attractive career options including professional development via our GHD Business School, additional leave, and family-friendly flexible work arrangements.




Why GHD?



Be a part of a high functioning team, where everything we do is inspired by a level of passion and professional pride that comes from being employee owned. This ownership is what sets us apart and means our people enjoy an unrivalled amount of autonomy in their roles. It helps drive our passion and accountability in how we serve our clients, deliver projects, and pursue new opportunities.




So, do you have what it takes: passion, collaboration, imagination and values that match our own?




About GHD



As one of the world's leading professional services companies, GHD delivers iconic projects that shape our landscapes, support our communities and set the path of our collective future. To do this, we actively seek and nurture the very best people in their respective fields to join our team of over 14,000 professionals operating in the markets of water, energy and resources, environment, property and buildings, and transportation.




In return, we offer remarkable career shaping opportunities to extend your skills and gain global experience.




Interested? Please hit the apply now button.




At GHD we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders, and cultural backgrounds.