Design Engineer (Protection)

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Dubai, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary 6500 - 7500 AED Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Engineering - Electronics & Telecom Company Industry Construction Our Large MEP Contracting Client has a new requirement for a number of well experienced Design Engineers to join their team in Dubai. Successful candidates will have a proven background as a Design Engineering specialised in protection on large scale MEP projects in the UAE and beyond having worked for recognised main or MEP contracting companies previously. This role is available for immediate joining and is a direct hire, permanent opportunity, employed by our client. Key Responsibilities: • Involves planning, coordination with interface/support department, setting up the departmental objective, value engineering, Cost control measures and Customer management. • Lead, guide and groom the team to achieve the departmental objective and customer satisfaction. • Develop process to achieve the cycle time reduction and project tracking tasks. Maintain and manage documentation as per the ISO guideline. • Interpret customer specifications, technical requirements, and standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, UL, ANSI, client-specific) to create detailed design concepts for control and protection panels. • Develop comprehensive schematic diagrams (single-line, three-line, control wiring diagrams), layout drawings, GA (General Arrangement) drawings, bill of materials (BOM), and cable schedules. • Perform component selection and sizing (breakers, relays, meters, PLCs, HMIs, communication devices, power supplies, etc.). • Design panel layouts, wiring, and busbar systems considering thermal, electrical clearance, and safety requirements. • Create detailed manufacturing drawings and documentation for the production workshop. • Utilize CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, EPLAN, ELCAD) proficiently for all design work. • Ensure designs comply with relevant quality, safety, and regulatory standards • Work closely with the Sales/Proposals team during the bidding phase to provide technical insights and preliminary designs. • Collaborate with Project Managers to ensure designs are delivered on time and within budget. • Support the production team during the manufacturing phase, resolving any design-related queries. • Interface with vendors and suppliers for technical clarifications and component selection. • Occasionally participate in customer meetings to discuss technical requirements and design solutions. • Create and maintain standard design templates, symbol libraries, and design guidelines. • Participate in design reviews and implement feedback for optimization. • Stay updated with the latest technologies, components, and industry trends in control and protection systems. • Contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance design efficiency and quality • Forecast, planning, prepare schedule, follow up and be updated wit