Job description

The Senior Electrical Engineer will join Mott MacDonald’s Transport and Rail Infrastructure team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, supporting the expansion of rail and metro enhancement programmes across the Middle East. This permanent, full-time role focuses on delivering complex RTA station enhancement and upgrade projects, working in close collaboration with multidisciplinary teams across rail systems, architecture, civil structures, fire safety, and MEP disciplines. The position involves leading the design and technical delivery of electrical systems for metro and rail stations, including LV distribution systems, lighting systems design, emergency power systems, UPS systems, earthing and bonding, and ELV systems integration. The role also requires experience with integrated station systems such as SCADA systems and fire alarm networks. Responsibilities include preparing load calculations, electrical schematics, reports, and technical specifications, conducting site assessments of existing infrastructure, overseeing installation and commissioning, and ensuring compliance with RTA, DEWA, and Dubai Civil Defense regulations. The engineer will review contractor submissions, manage multidisciplinary coordination, support project managers with risk identification and programme inputs, and contribute to technical proposals for new work while maintaining strong commercial awareness and stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.