Al-Futtaim Hiring for Design & Estimation Engineer Job at Dubai Full Time

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world’s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview of the role:

The incumbent supervises multiple solar PV projects, through subcontractors and in-house teams & ensures the best industry practices are followed while getting the solar installations (both design & development) commissioned, in line with local government standards.

What you will do:-

Description of Accountability:

• Preparation of Technical design, Tenders submittal & BOQ, for off grid & On grid solar system.
• Attending design/concept/Coordination meetings with clients to help interpret their needs
• Obtaining legal authorizations and permits for the project construction and exploitation.
• Contacting, obtain approvals from authorities (DEWA, DM, ADWEA, RSB etc)
• Responsible for contracting and supervision of Solar EPC contractors for multiple solar projects
• Vendor Development, offers and costs comparative study, negotiating and contracting subcontractor
• Conduct site visits / surveys, feasibility studies, detailed engineering survey & Trouble shooting at power plants.
• Preparation of constructional drawings, shop drawings, & as built drawings for projects
• Preparation of Single Line diagram, PV Layout, PV SYST for simulation
• Elaborating time schedule Contract and warranty claim, contract amendments.
• Logistics management, procuring material, custom clearance and equipment, logistic and delivery to site, etc

Required Skills to be successful:

• Project Management skills for design and built solutions from start to handover of the project.
• Knowledge on Project Management software like Primavera and MS Projects will be added advantage.
• Knowledge in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint is a necessity.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD is required along with other softwares like Google sketchup, Helioscope. Prepare shadow analysis and cost of ownership calculations.

What equips you for the role:

• Engineering diploma (Degree Preferred) 4 year Graduate Electrical Engineering Degree from any recognized institute. A degree in renewable energy will be preferred.
• 4-6 years’ experience in solar grid connected systems and should have handled 2 solar projects from start to completion under Shams initiative program of DEWA.
• Should be very much familiar with step by step procedure, standard and regulations of DM and DEWA for solar system installation & commissioning.
• Taking Initiative
• Drive for Results
• Good communication skills (verbal and written)
• Strong/excellent attention to detail

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in Retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected Brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest Global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.

Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…