Mohamed Afsal
Abu Dhabi,UAE
Summary
Experienced Electrical Design Engineer with 10 years of proven expertise in the UAE, specializing in the complete design of LV and ELV systems across commercial, residential, Health care, and institutional projects. Skilled in authority approvals (TAQA, DEWA, ADCD, Etisalat, ADMCC), and well-versed in all electrical systems including lighting, power, fire alarm, and low current systems. Proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Dialux, and ETAP with strong coordination and technical leadership abilities.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Electrical design engineer
Bainona Engineering Consultancy
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2025 - Current
- Led the design of complete LV and ELV systems for multi-discipline projects such as schools, commercial towers, and residential complexes.
- Prepared and developed comprehensive Electrical and ELV concept design reports aligned with the project scope, client objectives, and applicable authority regulations.
- Translate client needs into effective space planning strategies that comply with all relevant authorities (e.g., TAQA, DEWA, Etisalat, ADCD).
- Conducted peer reviews of electrical design packages to ensure adherence to company standards and minimize design errors.
- Attended technical presentations with clients and supported business development with concept-level design proposals and cost estimates.
- Prepare and submit initial approvals for electrical, telephone, and CCTV systems to relevant local authorities.
- Develop stage-wise design submissions including Concept Design, Schematic Design, Detailed Design, and Tender Packages.
Electrical design engineer
Al Bahri Engineering Consultancy
Abu Dhabi, UAE
01.2021 - 12.2024
- Led the complete MEP coordination from concept to IFC stage for large-scale commercial, educational, and healthcare projects.
- Integrated energy-efficient solutions such as motion sensors, DALI/KNX lighting control systems, and solar PV provisions into designs.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop project timelines, manage design deliverables, and track milestone achievements.
- Participated in design progress review meetings with consultants, clients, and contractors.
- Handled direct liaison with TAQA, DEWA, Etisalat, ADMCC and Civil Defense for timely design approvals.
- Supported site team by providing on-site design clarifications, as-built drawing reviews, and commissioning checklists.
- Implemented value engineering to reduce project cost while maintaining design quality and compliance.
- Conducted peer reviews of electrical design packages to ensure adherence to company standards and minimize design errors.
- Attended technical presentations with clients and supported business development with concept-level design proposals and cost estimates.
Electrical design engineer
NHR Electromechanical engineering consultancy
Abu Dhabi, UAE
08.2015 - 12.2020
- Prepare comprehensive Electrical and ELV concept design reports aligned with project scope, authority regulations, and specific client requirements.
- Lead and participate in design coordination meetings with clients, architects, structural, interior engineers.
- Translate client needs into effective space planning strategies that comply with all relevant authorities (e.g., TAQA, DEWA, Etisalat, ADCD).
- Prepare and submit initial approvals for electrical, telephone, and CCTV systems to relevant local authorities.
- Develop stage-wise design submissions including Concept Design, Schematic Design, Detailed Design, and Tender Packages.
- Design and draft Lighting and Power layouts in coordination with ID and architectural requirements.
- Generate Load Schedules and Schematic Diagrams as per authority formats and requirements.
- Prepare electrical systems calculations including voltage drop, cable tray sizing, short circuit analysis, and Lux calculations.
- Designing and drafting of Fire Alarm system, Emergency light, Voice evacuation system based on the UAE Fire code.
- Designing and drafting of Structured cabling, CCTV system, Access control system, Public address system, Nurse calling system, Lighting control system.
- Ensuring all ELV systems integrate with client needs, the latest technologies, and authority guidelines
- Designing and drafting of Lightning protection and earthing system based on the authority requirements.
- Prepare detailed specifications, material data sheets, and approved vendor lists based on client standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical input and coordination support during tendering stages, including reviewing contractor technical submissions and responding to RFIs.
- Prepare and issue IFC (Issued for Construction) drawings, tender clarifications, and addendums for contractor use.
- Assist in reviewing shop drawings, material submittals, and site queries during project execution.
- Support project execution through commissioning phases, design clarifications, and final handover documentation as required.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad
India 06.2012 - 05.2015
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
SVHPC, Erode
India 06.2010 - 05.2012
Skills
- Auto Cad - Proficient in 2D drafting for electrical layouts and schematics
- Revit MEP - BIM modeling for coordinated electrical and ELV systems
- Dialux / Relux - Lighting design calculations and simulation reports
- ETAP - Power system analysis including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, etc
- MS Office Suite - For documentation, BOQ, specifications, and reporting
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Certification
Trakhees Accreditation Program - AACID-42745 MEP Design Engineer
Timeline
Electrical design engineer
Bainona Engineering Consultancy
01.2025 - Current
Electrical design engineer
Al Bahri Engineering Consultancy
01.2021 - 12.2024
Electrical design engineer
NHR Electromechanical engineering consultancy
08.2015 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Engineering - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad
06.2012 - 05.2015
Diploma - Electrical and Electronics Engineering
SVHPC, Erode
06.2010 - 05.2012
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