Principal Electrical Design Engineer – Mission Critical (Data Centres)

Job Summary

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a Principal Electrical Design Engineer to lead end-to-end electrical system design for data centers. You will ensure solutions meet rigorous reliability, efficiency, and compliance standards while mentoring junior engineers and driving business growth.

Responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into electrical designs covering distribution systems, generators, UPS systems, switchgear, busducts, grounding schemes, power monitoring, and fire detection and alarm systems.
• Produce technical documentation including calculations, system studies, single-line diagrams, layout drawings, specifications, block schematics, and compliance tables.
• Lead conceptual and detailed design reviews using advanced analytical tools, BIM/Revit models, and coordinate with architectural, mechanical, and building technology teams.
• Mentor junior engineers, share best practices in mission-critical electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement across the design team.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams to grow consulting capabilities and ensure alignment with global design standards.
• Develop and standardize scalable, repeatable data center solutions for consistency across UAE and KSA.
• Conduct site assessments, capacity planning, and feasibility studies aligned with Uptime Institute Tier requirements.
• Ensure compliance with international standards including Uptime Institute, TIA-942, NFPA, and ASHRAE, and contribute to technical proposals and client presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 10+ years of progressive electrical experience in planning, designing, and delivering large-scale data centers, including multiple Uptime Tier III/IV projects.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with stakeholders in complex, matrixed environments.
• In-depth knowledge of data center electrical infrastructure, power distribution topologies, servers, storage, network systems, SCADA systems, power management, ELV, and security.
• Experience in data center construction phasing and associated design planning.
• Strong communication skills for client presentations, stakeholder workshops, and cross-functional coordination.
• Familiarity with local and international codes and standards including NEC, IEC, ISO 50001, ISO 27001, PDPL, and ESMA.
• Professional certifications such as Uptime Tier Certified Professional, PMP, LEED AP, or BICSI RCDD are highly desirable.

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