Mission Critical Principal Engineer – Electrical

Mission Critical Principal Engineer – Electrical

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Job Description

WSP in the Middle East is seeking a highly experienced Mission Critical Principal Engineer – Electrical to join our team. In this role, you will lead end-to-end electrical system design for data centers, ensuring solutions meet rigorous reliability, efficiency, and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Translate client requirements into robust electrical designs, including electrical distribution (medium and low voltage), generator, UPS systems, switchgear, busducts, grounding schemes, power monitoring systems, fire detection and alarm systems, etc.
• Produce all technical documentation : calculations, system studies, single-line diagrams, layout drawings, specifications, block schematics, and compliance tables.
• Lead conceptual and detailed design reviews, leveraging advanced analytical tools, BIM / Revit models, and coordination with architectural, mechanical, and building technology disciplines.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers, share best practices in mission-critical electrical systems, and drive continuous improvement across the design team.
• Collaborate closely with regional and global teams to grow consulting capabilities and ensure alignment with global design standards.
• Develop and standardize scalable, repeatable data center solutions to drive consistency and efficiencies across UAE and KSA.
• Conduct site assessments, capacity planning, and feasibility studies aligned with Uptime Institute Tier requirements.
• Ensure compliance with international standards (Uptime Institute, TIA-942, NFPA, ASHRAE) and local regulations.
• Drive business growth by contributing to technical proposals, client presentations, and by identifying opportunities for service enhancements.

Qualifications

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