ELECTRICAL ENGINEER

Electrical Engineer – Job Description

Electrical Engineer

Location

Qatar

Job Summary

An Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and supervising electrical systems and equipment. The role involves ensuring electrical installations comply with safety regulations, project specifications, and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems, circuits, and power distribution systems.
• Prepare electrical drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Supervise installation of electrical equipment and systems on site.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations and safety standards in Qatar.
• Perform testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of electrical systems.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and project engineers during project execution.
• Review contractor work, shop drawings, and electrical material submittals.
• Monitor project progress and ensure timely completion within budget.
• Conduct maintenance planning and preventive maintenance for electrical equipment.
• Prepare reports, risk assessments, and technical evaluations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3–10 years of relevant experience (depending on company level).
• Knowledge of electrical design software such as:
• AutoCAD
• ETAP
• Dialux
• MATLAB (sometimes required)

Skills

• Strong knowledge of power systems and electrical design.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of international electrical standards (IEC, IEEE, NFPA).
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication and teamwork ability.
• Project management and documentation skills.

Preferred Requirements (Often Requested in Qatar)

• Experience with Gulf / Middle East projects.
• Knowledge of Qatar Construction Specifications (QCS).
• Professional certifications or memberships (optional but beneficial)

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person