Technical Material Engineer

Technical Material Engineer - Electrical Job Snapshot - Role: Technical Material Engineer - Electrical - Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Construction - Function: Electrical Engineering - Experience: 8-10 years in MEP material engineering, including at least 5 years in the UAE - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

Azizi Developments is seeking an experienced Technical Material Engineer - Electrical to join its Chief Technical Office (CTO) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on the technical evaluation, selection, testing, and approval of electrical materials and systems across residential, commercial, hospitality, high-rise, healthcare, and special construction projects. The successful candidate will ensure that electrical materials comply with project specifications, international standards, local authority requirements, and company performance expectations. The position involves close coordination with design, procurement, construction, and specialist teams to support material quality, cost efficiency, sustainability, and timely project delivery. Applicants must have 8-10 years of MEP material engineering experience, including at least five years in the UAE, with professional exposure to both contractor and consultant roles. Strong technical knowledge of Extra Low Voltage (ELV), Low Voltage (LV), fire alarm, emergency lighting, and associated sequences of operation is essential.

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Dubai
Industry: Construction
Function: Electrical Engineering
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: No Preference
Candidate Nationality: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the selection, technical evaluation, testing, and quality assurance of electrical construction materials for MEP projects.
• Review material submissions prepared by Material Engineers to verify compliance with project specifications and technical requirements.
• Evaluate technical data sheets, material specifications, supporting documentation, and physical samples.
• Ensure proposed materials align with project concepts, design objectives, company Brand Standards, and performance requirements.
• Support the review, commenting, and approval of physical material samples throughout the project lifecycle.
• Identify technical discrepancies and coordinate appropriate resolutions before material approval.
• Ensure material selections support project quality, reliability, and operational requirements.

Electrical Systems and Technical Compliance

• Evaluate materials and equipment associated with ELV, LV, fire alarm, emergency lighting, and related electrical systems.
• Apply knowledge of electrical system sequences of operation when reviewing technical submissions.
• Verify that proposed materials comply with applicable international and local regulatory standards.
• Review technical requirements for electrical materials used across different building types and project environments.
• Provide technical guidance on material suitability, compliance, and performance during design and construction.
• Coordinate with specialist stakeholders to resolve electrical material and system compatibility concerns.

International Standards and UAE Authority Requirements

• Apply relevant ISO, IEEE, IEC, CIBSE, BS, BS-EN, and NFPA standards during electrical material evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Dubai Municipality (DM) requirements.
• Review materials against Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) requirements.
• Consider Dubai Civil Defence (DCD) requirements for fire alarm and emergency systems.
• Apply relevant Security Industry Regulatory Agency (SIRA) requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA) requirements, including relevant Etisalat and du specifications.
• Monitor technical submissions for compliance with applicable authority requirements and project standards.

Material Testing and Quality Assurance

• Oversee material testing and quality assurance activities associated with electrical and MEP construction materials.
• Review material testing requirements and supporting compliance documentation.
• Coordinate with relevant technical teams to verify material quality and suitability.
• Identify material-related technical issues and support their resolution.
• Ensure electrical materials meet approved project specifications and company performance standards.
• Support consistent material quality throughout design development and construction execution.

Value Engineering and Cost Optimisation

• Work with Design, Procurement, and Construction