Full-Time
Principal Engineer Electrical
Data Centre, Dubai
Posted on 8/14/2026
Ramboll
10,001+ employees
Global engineering consultancy delivering sustainable solutions
No salary listed
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
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- At least 8 years of electrical engineering experience, including at least 5 years focused on data centers or mission-critical facilities.
- Strong experience leading medium-voltage and low-voltage electrical design, including HT/MV switchgear, LV distribution, N, N+1, N+2, and 2N topologies, centralized and modular UPS systems, continuous-rated generators, busbar trunking, earthing, and lightning protection.
- Hands-on experience with high-density AI data-center power, including rack densities of 40 kW and above, rack-level busway, 48V DC architecture, and electrical interfaces for liquid-cooling systems.
- Expertise in the UAE regulatory landscape, including DEWA, ADDC, and FEWA utility approval processes, Abu Dhabi Civil Defence electrical submissions, and PUE compliance pathways under the Dubai Universal Blueprint for AI.
- Capability to perform power-system studies using ETAP or equivalent tools, including load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc-flash, and harmonics analysis.
- Experience designing to Uptime Institute Tier III or Tier IV standards and familiarity with sequencing, testing, and audit frameworks including CAP, ICCA, and BCA.
- Proficiency with ETAP or equivalent power-analysis tools, AutoCAD, and Revit-based BIM delivery at LOD350.
- Strong verbal and written English communication skills, with the ability to lead senior-level technical discussions.
- Ability to mentor engineers, establish design culture, and communicate complex power-systems concepts to non-electrical stakeholders.
- A BE or BTech in Electrical Engineering is required.
- Professional registration as a Chartered or Professional Electrical Engineer, or equivalent, is required.
- Act as the technical lead and subject-matter expert for mission-critical data-center projects, owning electrical system design, engineering, coordination, and commissioning support across the full lifecycle.
- Act as the primary electrical and power-systems contact for clients by leading design reviews, system-architecture presentations, and bid discussions.
- Engage directly with client-side subject-matter experts, utilities, global stakeholders, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Lead technical discussions on power-distribution strategy, redundancy philosophy, risks, and trade-offs.
- Prepare Electrical Basis of Design documents, Design Basis Reports, system-architecture narratives, and technical presentations.
- Participate in proposal drafting and responses to requests for proposals and technical qualification requirements.
- Own electrical design for medium-voltage and low-voltage distribution, substations, UPS systems, generators, busbar trunking, earthing, lightning protection, and rack-level power delivery.
- Design hyperscale and colocation facilities in the 10–100 MW IT-load range from concept through issued-for-construction documentation.
- Develop electrical solutions for high-density AI environments, including rack-level busway, 48V DC architecture readiness, CDU electrical interfaces, and resilient power distribution.
- Coordinate utility requirements and UAE-specific electrical submissions, compliance, islanding, and emergency-response protocols.
- Define resilience strategies and redundancy architectures aligned with Uptime Tier III and Tier IV standards.
- Establish power-system topology from concept through schematic and detailed design, including the sequence of operations.
- Perform and direct electrical load calculations, cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations, and power-balance studies.
- Lead power-system studies covering load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and harmonics.
- Coordinate mechanical integration, including HVAC thermal loads on UPS systems, generator cooling requirements, and CDU electrical demand diversity factors.
- Validate control philosophy, BMS/EPMS integration, and emergency-shutdown sequences.
- Review electrical engineering calculations for alignment with TIA-942, IEC, IEEE, IS standards, and Uptime Institute guidelines.
- Lead development of single-line diagrams, electrical layouts, equipment schedules, and issued-for-construction documentation.
- Review and approve AutoCAD and Revit BIM models at LOD350 with coordinated multidisciplinary integration.
- Resolve cross-discipline conflicts involving mechanical thermal interfaces, fire-safety routing, and structural cable trays.
- Prepare technical specifications, bills of quantities, and request-for-proposal packages for vendor selection and evaluation.
- Lead multidisciplinary coordination across mechanical, structural, architectural, fire-protection, BMS/EPMS, and BIM teams.
- Interface with utilities on connection strategies, approval processes, and emergency-response protocols.
- Support procurement through vendor technical evaluations, equipment approvals, bills-of-quantities review, and submittal reviews.
- Provide technical support during construction, site inspections, and issue resolution.
- Lead commissioning support, reliability validation, redundancy testing, and audit participation.
- Develop internal design guidelines, lead the data-center electrical team, establish regional design standards and best practices, and drive design quality, risk management, and technical issue resolution.
- Mentor electrical engineers and power-systems specialists and contribute to the data-center academy and regional thought-leadership program.
- Uptime Institute ATD or ATS certification.
- Experience with battery energy-storage systems, grid-interactive UPS topologies, or hybrid power strategies for AI data centers.
- Knowledge of 48V DC power-distribution architecture, OCP standards, and emerging AI power-delivery paradigms.
- Familiarity with SF6-free medium-voltage switchgear and sustainable electrical architecture.
- Experience with the KSA regulatory landscape, including MISA, the Saudi Council of Engineers, and the Vision 2030 data-center program pipeline.
- Arabic language skills.
Ramboll provides engineering, design, and consultancy services worldwide to create sustainable solutions for buildings, transport, environment, and energy. It works by delivering project-based or long-term advisory services across sectors, combining engineering, planning, and environmental expertise to plan, design, and manage projects. Its Nordic roots plus global reach help tailor solutions to local needs, and its multidisciplinary approach brings social, environmental, and technological considerations into each assignment. The goal is to help clients build safer, more sustainable communities and infrastructure by turning complex challenges into practical, future-ready solutions.
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Copenhagen, Denmark
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 11, 2026 Vantage coverage spotlights Ramboll’s data-center biodiversity leadership.
- May 19, 2026 Singapore awarded Ramboll Phase 2 IWMF consultancy, anchoring long-cycle revenue.
- April 7 and July 23, 2026 offshore wind and Barrow hydrogen wins deepen energy-transition demand.
What critics are saying
- June 8, 2026 layoffs removed CFO Eva Kienle and COO Michael Simmelsgaard.
- March 2026 energy cuts hit roughly 80 roles after project delays and cancellations.
- February 2026 ERISA litigation targets the U.S. retirement plan; repeat fiduciary scrutiny hurts credibility.
What makes Ramboll unique
- Ramboll combines engineering, ecology, and consultancy across buildings, transport, environment, and energy.
- Its biodiversity work with Vantage Data Centers sets 60% gain targets, not token offsets.
- Ramboll’s water and waste integration in Singapore shows rare co-location design capability.
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↑ 2%Data Centre Magazine cover story: Ramboll's and Vantage Data Center's biodiversity work. Ramboll and Vantage Data Centers partnered to develop a biodiversity strategy for Vantage's Port Washington, WI, campus, that may help provide much needed habitat diversity for an endangered bumblebee. On the cover of their August 2026 issue, Data Centre Magazine featured Ramboll's and Vantage Data Centers's work at Vantage's Lighthouse Campus in Wisconsin, where O'brien & Gere Limited partnered on integrating biodiversity into data center development, and in the process aid in bringing back the endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bee. Key highlights. * Ramboll partnered with Vantage Data Centers to develop a biodiversity strategy for the company's Lighthouse Campus in Port Washington, WI * The project includes restoring an ecologically diverse habitat for the endangered Rusty Patched Bumble Bee * Biodiversity enhancements were integrated into site planning and design, demonstrating how environmental stewardship and digital infrastructure can advance together * Data center developers are in a unique position to help restore and improve local ecology and biodiversity while meeting growing demand for digital infrastructure Technology Achieve sustainable growth at pace with a single, proven partner. O'brien & Gere Limited support data center excellence by managing the full lifecycle of your facilities, from site selection, concept, and design through build to operations.
Ramboll to deliver engineering services for hydrogen project. Ramboll has announced that it has been appointed to deliver Owner's Engineer services by Barrow Green Hydrogen Ltd, part of the Green Hydrogen Energy Company (GHECO) portfolio - a joint venture between Schroders Greencoat and Carlton Power. The Barrow project is one of the earliest and largest awarded under the UK Government's first Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR1) to reach a final investment decision, and will supply green hydrogen to Kimberly Clark's manufacturing site. The progress of the industry leading Barrow project represents a major step forward for the UK's hydrogen sector and its transition to a low carbon energy system. When operational, this supply of green hydrogen is expected to reduce natural gas consumption on the site by up to 50% and reduce CO[2] emissions by approximately 18 300 tpy. Ramboll has been working on the project since 2024 and moving forwards will be providing technical and programme assurance through detailed engineering, installation and commissioning. This will include contract administration, design and interface coordination, chairing Hazard and Operability studies, multidisciplinary technical reviews, and providing site support at key milestones. Stephen Horrax, Director for Business Area, Energy, UK & Ireland, said: "We are pleased to continue our support for the Barrow project and our wider collaboration with GHECO across its HAR1 developments. Being selected for these projects reflects the confidence our clients place in Ramboll's ability to deliver complex energy infrastructure and reinforces our role in supporting some of the UK's most important hydrogen and energy transition investments. Working closely with our clients, we are helping to transform ambitious plans into deliverable projects." Embed article link: (copy the HTML code below):
Ramboll appoints water lead. 3 hours Ramboll has appointed Simon Jefferson as water sector lead for the UK and Ireland. Jefferson will head up Ramboll's water practice in the UK and Ireland, further enhancing Ramboll's established position as a critical supply chain partner. He will play a crucial role in driving innovation and delivering key programmes and projects across the sector, ensuring sustainability and resilience are prioritised at every stage. Jefferson has 20 years' experience in senior commercial roles in the water sector, both on the client and contractor side, and over 10 years' senior experience in a regulated water business. Bringing with him a deep understanding of the sector and exceptional leadership skills, Jefferson will focus on further developing Ramboll's client relationships, increasing key stakeholder engagement across the business, delivering commercial value for clients, and ensuring the sustained growth and development of Ramboll's projects and team. Neil Sansbury, managing director UK and Ireland at Ramboll, said, "Simon has an impressive track record as a leader across water, and it's a real pleasure to welcome him to the business. We are continuously seeking new and innovative ways to deliver the sustainable transformation our critical infrastructure urgently needs, and Simon's appointment will be key to achieving this. We very much look forward to the partnerships and projects that Simon will create and build upon across the sector."
Ramboll fires several executives. Both the chief financial officer and the chief operating officer are leaving Denmark's largest consulting engineering company. The article is being updated. Denmark's largest consulting engineering company, Ramboll, is saying goodbye to both chief financial officer Eva Kienle and chief operating officer Michael Simmelsgaard. Thus, Eva Kienle only had a short time in the role as the engineering group's second-in-command. She assumed that role in 2025. Ramboll cites a goal of simplifying as the reason for the dismissals...
Ramboll appointed for Phase 2 of Singapore's Integrated Waste Management Facility. Ramboll, in joint venture with AECOM and Binnies, has been appointed by Singapore's National Environment Agency (NEA) to deliver multi-disciplinary consultancy services for Phase 2 of the Integrated Waste Management Facility (IWMF). The facility will be a sustainable, highly advanced waste disposal facility that is integral to NEA's long-term plans to meet Singapore's future solid waste management needs.