Energy & Dry Utilities Engineer

Ready to shape the region’s infrastructure with Buro Happold? We’re looking for a passionate Energy & Dry Utilities Engineer to join our Riyadh infrastructure team and help deliver cutting-edge, sustainable utility solutions across the Middle East.

Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional.

From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary.

Your next role

Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive.

You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy.

Your key duties

We are seeking a motivated Energy & Dry Utilities Engineer to support the planning and design of electrical, energy, and dry utility infrastructure across some of Saudi Arabia’s most ambitious giga and megaprojects.Working directly under our Power Systems Expert, you will contribute to developing energy strategies, power network designs, and integration of renewable energy systems into master plans and infrastructure developments.

• Support in the development of EHV, HV, and MV network designs in line with SEC codes and Grid/Distribution standards.
• Assist in load flow, fault level, and voltage drop calculations.
• Contribute to preparation of single-line diagrams, network schematics, and load assessment reports.
• Support appraisal and integration of renewable energy sources (solar PV, wind, hybrid systems) into project energy strategies.
• Participate in energy supply strategy studies, network reinforcement, and energy storage evaluations.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for energy efficiency and carbon reduction across projects.
• Contribute to the design and coordination of dry utility networks (power, telecom, and ICT infrastructure) within urban and regional masterplans.
• Collaborate with other disciplines to ensure seamless integration of utilities in line with planning and design criteria.
• Assist in preparation of technical reports, presentations, and data analysis for clients and authorities.
• Support power system modelling in tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, or equivalent (training provided).
• Maintain documentation, design assumptions, and design calculations in accordance with project QA/QC processes.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or Energy Engineering.
• Experience in power or energy infrastructure design (preferably within consultancy or utility sectors).
• Knowledge of SEC standards, Grid/Distribution Codes, and KSA electricity infrastructure is advantageous.
• Familiarity with power system modelling tools (e.g., DIgSILENT, PSS/E, ETAP) is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Ability to coordinate across multidisciplinary teams (power, mechanical, civil, and urban planning).

What we offer you

• Career-defining projects and leadership opportunities.
• Hybrid working arrangements.
• Support for professional development and memberships.
• A collaborative, inclusive environment where your voice matters.

A place for everyone

Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers.

Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive.

We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions.

Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact recruitment@burohappold.com so we can work with you to support you throughout your application.