Power Supply Design Engineer

Power Supply Design Engineer

Job Title: Power Supply Engineer.

Core Functions and Key Responsibilities:

General Duties:

• Stay updated with electrical engineering trends and best practices.
• Report progress and technical issues to the manager.

Project Stages:

Tendering Stage:

• Review and analyze client/consultant tender documents for deviations from standards.
• Prepare and present tender queries on unclear or conflicting technical issues.
• Recommend design improvements or cost reductions.
• Prepare BOQ and preliminary designs and evaluate suppliers documents.

Design Stage:

• Study and adhere to tender documents and specifications.
• Design complete electrical systems including drawings, technical documents, schedules, and schematics per client specifications and standards.
• Conduct detailed calculations (e.g., cable sizing, voltage drop, short circuits).
• Follow up on design approvals and address client/consultant queries.
• Provide feedback on deviations from tender documents.
• Participate in technical meetings and contribute to coordination drawings.
• Coordinate with other Metro Groups and review related documents for optimal design solutions.
• Perform value engineering studies to reduce costs without compromising client requirements.
• Communicate project information to the line manager and alert them of risks.

Materials Control:

• Prepare material take-off (MTO) lists.
• Review and coordinate suppliers documents to finalize purchase orders.
• Contribute to electrical system manufacturing and ensure material compatibility with tender documents.
• Participate in factory acceptance tests (FAT) for power supply equipment.

Site/Construction Stage:

• Conduct site visits to identify and solve site problems.
• Resolve construction issues and document lessons learned.
• Perform and update As-Built drawings.

Competencies and Success Factors:

Functional Competencies:

• Lead knowledge-sharing within the project team.
• Build a professional network and foster positive communication.
• Propose effective business approaches.

Job Knowledge/Technical Expertise:

• Understand Colas Rail-Egypts core business concepts.
• Possess knowledge of organizational policies and IT skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word).

Core Competencies and Skills:

• Demonstrate resourcefulness, quick learning, and ethical integrity.
• Exhibit self-motivation, teamwork, and effective communication.
• Encourage open communication within the team.
• Multitask efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Maintain strong work ethics and prioritize the safety and health of colleagues.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering; a Masters or MBA/PMP is a plus.

Experience:

• Proficiency in REVIT and AutoCAD.
• Strong attention to detail and good customer-facing skills.
• Familiarity with electric system modeling software; basic BIM knowledge preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.

Language Requirements:

• Proficiency in Arabic and English is mandatory; French is an asset.