Electrical Design Lead Water

Atkins Realis Group

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Electrical Lead with a strong background in water and wastewater infrastructure projects to join our team. This is a key leadership role responsible for overseeing the electrical design and coordination of critical water sector projects, ensuring they meet the highest technical and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the electrical engineering design and delivery for water and wastewater projects such as pumping stations, water treatment plants, desalination systems, and distribution networks.
• Prepare and review electrical design documents including single line diagrams, load calculations, schematics, layouts, specifications, and BOQs.
• Coordinate with civil, mechanical, and process engineers to deliver cohesive, interdisciplinary solutions.
• Manage technical input and ensure electrical designs are compliant with client requirements, international codes, and regulatory standards.
• Oversee and mentor a team of electrical engineers and CAD technicians, ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Provide technical guidance during tendering, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Engage with clients, contractors, and authorities to facilitate design approvals and resolve technical issues.
• Ensure adherence to health & safety, sustainability, and quality standards throughout all project phases.

Requirements:

• Bachelor s degree in Electrical Engineering; a Master s degree is preferred.
• Professional Certification is required Professional Engineer (PE) or Chartered Engineer (CEng) in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical design and supervision, with a strong focus on major water/wastewater infrastructure.
• Prior experience in GCC or large-scale government/utility projects is highly preferred.
• Sound knowledge of relevant standards such as IEC, IEEE, NEC, and local authority regulations.
• Proficiency in design tools such as ETAP, AutoCAD, Revit, and lighting/power system design software.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead teams and manage client relationships effectively.