Senior MEP Electrical Engineer (Design Review) (Saudi Arabia) Riyadh

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and possess at least 12 years of relevant experience in design review and multidisciplinary building projects. Proficiency in industry-standard software like ETAP, DIALux, and Revit MEP is required, along with knowledge of Saudi electrical codes.

Job Summary

Overview
KEO is a creative enterprise, where innovation is a way of life. We are uniquely resourced with end-to-end services to take clients from inspiration – through conceptualization – to realization of planning, design or project delivery in the built and natural environments. For over 60 years we’ve led with vision, contributing to many of the world’s most ambitious projects, iconic places, remarkable experiences and prosperous communities.
As a highly integrated and agile AEP/PMCM firm, KEO is recognized by ENR as one of the Top 225 International Design Firms and one of the Top 20 International PM/CM Firms. We are also ranked by World Architecture as the 57th largest global architecture firm and the #1 Firm in the Middle East Region in their 2024 WA100 Survey.
We invite you to join us. Why?
When you join KEO, you’ll discover more than just a job – you’ll find a supportive environment that fosters your professional development through internal global mobility and career development and does so within a culture that supports company-wide health and well-being through on-demand counselling services and regular workplace clinics. You will be invited to celebrate community events such as sports days, fun-runs, in-house sports teams and beach clean ups. In addition to your competitive package and benefits you will have access to a suite of policies that include hybrid working arrangements, individual athletic sponsorship, study assistance sponsorship, employee referral rewards, mentoring and coaching programs and extensive in-house on demand learning courses.
Responsibilities
KEO is seeking an experienced Senior MEP Electrical Engineer (Design Review) to review and oversee electrical engineering designs, ensuring compliance with project specifications, Saudi regulations and international standards. The successful candidate will provide technical expertise throughout the design and construction stages, ensuring quality, safety, coordination and compliance.
We envisage success in this role to include;
Review electrical design submissions across all stages, from concept to detailed design and IFC.
Review and verify electrical calculations, including load schedules, single-line diagrams, short-circuit studies, voltage drop and lighting calculations.
Ensure compliance with Saudi Building Code (SBC 401/801), SEC, SASO, NFPA and applicable local authority requirements.
Review power distribution, emergency power, lighting and low-current systems, including ICT, CCTV, access control and fire alarm.
Coordinate electrical designs with mechanical, civil, structural and architectural disciplines.
Participate in BIM coordination and clash detection, resolving electrical containment and equipment conflicts.
Review electrical shop drawings, material submittals, technical specifications and method statements.
Oversee electrical installation works, conduct site inspections and witness testing and commissioning activities.
Provide technical guidance, resolve design issues and review proposed design modifications.
Review as-built drawings, O&M manuals, testing documentation and support project handover and DLP activities.
Qualifications
To be successful in this dynamic opportunity, we envision that your career journey to date will include
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, design review and multidisciplinary building projects.
Strong experience in electrical design review, power distribution, lighting, emergency systems and low-current systems.
Experience working within engineering consultancies, PMC or design review environments is preferred.
Knowledge of Saudi codes, SEC standards and international electrical regulations.
Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) registration or equivalent professional registration, as applicable.
Technical Skills and Competencies
Proficiency in ETAP, DIALux, Revit MEP and Navisworks.
Strong knowledge of electrical systems, design standards and regulatory requirements.
Excellent technical review, analytical and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
Strong communication, reporting and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

The Senior MEP Electrical Engineer will review and oversee electrical engineering designs to ensure compliance with project specifications, Saudi regulations, and international standards. They will also coordinate electrical designs across disciplines, conduct site inspections, and support project handover activities.

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