Senior Engineer - Design

**Job Description** **STRATEGIC** * Lead civil and structural design activities for HV/MV Substation and Cabling Projects from project initiation through commissioning. * Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with DEWA requirements, project specifications, contract scope, and applicable codes and standards. * Provide technical leadership and guidance for civil and structural design optimization to improve project efficiency and cost\-effectiveness. * Support project execution teams by ensuring timely availability of approved engineering deliverables. * Drive continuous improvement in civil design processes, methodologies, and engineering standards. * Participate in technical evaluations and selection of design consultants, soil investigation agencies, survey contractors, and specialized engineering service providers. **OPERATIONAL** * Prepare, review, verify, and approve civil and structural engineering calculations, drawings, reports, and design deliverables for Substation and Cabling Projects. * Lead the design development of substation buildings, control rooms, GIS buildings, cable trenches, transformer foundations, equipment foundations, retaining structures, roads, drainage systems, boundary walls, and associated infrastructure. * Review and validate designs prepared by external civil and structural consultants to ensure technical accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project requirements. * Verify structural integrity and design adequacy of all civil and structural works. * Review and approve soil investigation reports, topographical survey reports, and geotechnical recommendations for project implementation. * Define engineering design inputs and scope of work for consultants, survey agencies, and geotechnical contractors. * Prepare technical specifications, design criteria, and engineering deliverables required for project execution. * Coordinate submission and approval of design documents, drawings, calculations, and reports with Consultants and DEWA. * Ensure engineering deliverables are submitted as per approved project schedules. * Achieve drawing approvals with minimal revisions and ensure timely closure of consultant comments. * Support procurement activities through technical review and evaluation of vendor and consultant proposals. * Review vendor drawings and technical submittals related to civil and structural scope. * Participate in design review meetings and technical discussions with clients, consultants, suppliers, and project teams. * Provide engineering support during construction, testing, commissioning, and project close\-out stages. * Resolve technical issues, design discrepancies, and site engineering challenges. * Ensure compliance with applicable standards including DEWA, Dubai Municipality, UAE Fire \& Life Safety Code, BS, ACI, ASTM, and relevant international standards. * Maintain engineering records, design registers, and project documentation in accordance with company procedures. **PEOPLE MANAGEMENT** * Provide technical supervision and guidance to Design Engineers, Graduate Engineers, CAD Draftsmen, and BIM personnel. * Review and monitor design output quality produced by team members. * Mentor junior engineers and support their technical development. * Facilitate knowledge sharing and implementation of engineering best practices. * Coordinate engineering activities across multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective project delivery. **PRODUCT/PROCESS IMPROVEMENT** * Identify opportunities for value engineering and cost optimization without compromising quality or safety. * Recommend improvements to design methodologies, standards, templates, and engineering workflows. * Support implementation of BIM, digital engineering tools, and design automation initiatives. * Contribute to lessons learned and continuous improvement programs. * Promote standardization of design practices across substation and cabling projects. * Enhance engineering efficiency through improved coordination and review processes. **ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA** * Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized university. * Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering is an added advantage. * Membership of a recognized engineering body preferred. * PMP Certification is advantageous. * Certified Structural Design Professional preferred. * BIM/Revit Certification is advantageous. * UAE Society of Engineers Membership preferred. * 10–15 years of experience in Civil \& Structural Design Engineering. * Minimum 7–10 years of experience in HV/MV Substation Projects, Power Infrastructure Projects, or Utility Projects. * Proven experience in DEWA Substation Projects (132/11kV, 400/132kV, and associated Cabling Works). * Experience in managing engineering consultants and multidisciplinary engineering interfaces. * Strong experience in obtaining approvals from DEWA and Consultants. * Experience in technical evaluation of consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.