Senior Electrical Engineer

Job Description

Title: Senior Electrical Engineer

Company Name: Mashallah Properties Ltd.

Vacancy: --

Age: 30 to 45 years

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• 12 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Restaurant, Real Estate, Diagnostic Centre, Developer, Super store, Food (Packaged), Hospital

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Electrical & Electronic Engineering

• 12 to 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Restaurant, Real Estate, Diagnostic Centre, Developer, Super store, Food (Packaged), Hospital

• Age 30 to 45 years

• B.Sc. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (EEE) from a recognized university.

• 12–15 years of progressive professional experience in electrical engineering, preferably in real estate development, high-rise buildings, commercial projects, or large-scale construction.

• Proven experience managing complete electrical project lifecycles, from design review and procurement through installation, testing, commissioning, and handover.

• Strong knowledge of HT/LT distribution, substations, transformers, generators, switchgear, electrical protection, earthing, and lightning protection.

Job Summary

The Senior Electrical Engineer will be responsible for leading, planning, designing, supervising, and executing electrical engineering works across high-rise buildings, commercial complexes, residential developments, industrial facilities, and other construction projects. The role requires extensive technical expertise, strong leadership, cost-control capabilities, and the ability to ensure that all electrical installations comply with approved designs, project specifications, applicable codes, and safety standards.

Job Responsibilities:

Electrical Design & Engineering

• Review, verify, and approve electrical drawings, load calculations, single-line diagrams (SLD), and technical specifications.

• Supervise electrical system design, including power distribution, transformers, substations, generators, ATS/AMF panels, MDB, SMDB, DB, and electrical risers.

• Oversee the design and installation of lighting, emergency lighting, earthing, lightning protection, and power backup systems.

• Review electrical shop drawings, material submittals, method statements, and technical documentation.

• Coordinate with consultants, architects, structural engineers, and MEP teams to resolve design conflicts and technical issues.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Bangladesh Electrical Rules, BNBC, relevant IEC/IEEE standards, and utility-provider requirements.

Project Execution & Site Supervision

• Lead and supervise all electrical installation, testing, commissioning, and handover activities.

• Develop electrical work plans, execution schedules, manpower requirements, and resource allocation strategies.

• Monitor site progress against approved project schedules and ensure timely completion of electrical works.

• Conduct regular site inspections to ensure workmanship, installation quality, and compliance with approved drawings.

• Coordinate electrical works with civil, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, fire protection, and interior finishing teams.

• Identify technical challenges, resolve site-level issues, and implement corrective actions to minimize project delays.

Power Distribution & Electrical Infrastructure

• Supervise installation and commissioning of HT/LT systems, substations, transformers, generators, switchgear, bus ducts, and cable networks.

• Ensure proper cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations, load balancing, short-circuit protection, and coordination of protective devices.

• Oversee installation of electrical shafts, cable trays, conduits, trunking, and underground electrical infrastructure.

• Monitor power factor correction, energy metering, electrical reliability, and load-management systems.

• Coordinate utility connections, electrical inspections, and necessary approvals with relevant authorities.

Budgeting, Cost Control & Procurement

• Prepare and review electrical BOQs, cost estimates, budget forecasts, and material requirement schedules.

• Monitor electrical project expenditure against approved budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.

• Review supplier quotations, technical comparisons, material specifications, and procurement recommendations.

• Verify contractor bills, work measurements, material consumption, and variation claims.

• Control material wastage, prevent unnecessary expenditure, and maintain accurate records of electrical inventory.

• Support tender preparation, contract administration, change orders, and final account settlement.

Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QA/QC)

• Establish and enforce electrical quality-control procedures, inspection plans, and testing protocols.

• Review inspection requests, material inspection reports, and electrical testing documentation.

• Supervise insulation resistance, continuity, earth resistance, relay protection, functional, and load testing as applicable.

• Ensure all electrical installations pass required inspections and comply with project specifications.

• Identify non-conformities and ensure timely corrective and preventive actions.

• Maintain commissioning reports, inspection records, test certificates, and as-built drawings.

Safety & Regulatory Compliance

• Enforce electrical safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and safe isolation practices.

• Ensure proper protection against electric shock, short circuits, overloads, fire hazards, and electrical accidents.

• Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and toolbox meetings with engineers, supervisors, and contractors.

• Ensure appropriate PPE, safe working practices, and compliance with applicable occupational health and safety requirements.

• Investigate electrical incidents and implement preventive measures.

Team Leadership & Contractor Management

• Lead, mentor, and supervise electrical engineers, junior engineers, supervisors, technicians, and subcontractors.

• Assign responsibilities, establish performance targets, and monitor team productivity.

• Conduct technical meetings with contractors, consultants, suppliers, and project management teams.

• Evaluate contractor performance, manpower deployment, work quality, and adherence to contractual obligations.

• Provide technical guidance and support for complex electrical engineering and construction issues.

Testing, Commissioning & Project Handover

• Develop and monitor electrical testing and commissioning plans.

• Supervise integrated testing of electrical systems, backup power systems, emergency lighting, and associated control systems.

• Ensure all defects and punch-list items are resolved before handover.

• Prepare operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals, warranties, test reports, and equipment documentation.

• Coordinate final inspections, authority approvals, client demonstrations, and handover activities.

• Support facility management teams during the transition from construction to operation.

Energy Efficiency & System Reliability

• Recommend energy-efficient electrical equipment, LED lighting, efficient transformers, and optimized power distribution solutions.

• Monitor energy consumption and identify opportunities to reduce operating costs.

• Evaluate electrical system performance, reliability, and maintenance requirements.

• Implement preventive maintenance strategies and recommend improvements to reduce downtime.

• Support the integration of building automation, energy monitoring, and smart electrical systems where required.

Reporting & Management Coordination

• Submit periodic electrical progress reports, budget updates, procurement status, risk assessments, and commissioning reports.

• Report project delays, technical risks, quality issues, and cost variations to the Project Manager or Head of Engineering.

• Maintain accurate documentation of drawings, approvals, inspection records, and project correspondence.

• Participate in project review meetings and provide technical recommendations for management decisions.

• Ensure electrical deliverables are completed in line with project milestones and contractual requirements.

• Salary Review: Yearly
• Festival Bonus: 2

As per company policy