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Dubai serves as a strategic hub for Eaton’s Middle East operations, bringing together commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and support teams within a globally connected business environment. Building on more than 40 years in the region, Eaton recently announced the development of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, reinforcing our long‑term investment in growth, collaboration, and capability building.
 
Eaton's Global Data Center Segment is focused on helping data centers realize real business benefits today while optimizing their operations for the future. With the rise of big data, edge computing and cloud, data centers are under pressure to be more high-performing, sustainable and cost-effective than ever, without compromising resilience or security. At the same time, new opportunities and revenue streams require faster speed-to-market. With our digital intelligence, world-class cyber-secure products and services, reliable, compatible solutions and engineering expertise, we help data centers realize real business benefits today while optimizing their operations for the future.

Eaton is seeking a Senior Data Centre Electrical Design Engineer to provide technical expertise and leadership in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems and solutions. This role requires a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles and a proven track record of solving complex technical challenges. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality, innovative electrical solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Provide technical engineering leadership and expertise in the design and development of LV, MV, UPS, energy storage and other applicable data centre electrical systems and solutions.
• And Conduct detailed technical engineering analyses and provide recommendations for improving electrical systems and processes.
• Focussed on early Eaton system approvals by vendors (AVL) for programmatic buys.
• Adhoc supports on technical engineering system design support for customers.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Design & Bid, engineering, operations, and sales, to ensure the successful implementation of electrical projects.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends and technologies to drive innovation in electrical design.
• Continuously improve processes and methodologies to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of electrical design and implementation.
• Working with local agencies having jurisdiction to ensure compliance with IEC, EU requirements and building codes.
• Defining project scope and provide technical support for information requests prior to, and during construction phases.
• Drive innovation and push boundaries in Eaton’s Data Centres design offering by staying up-to-date with the latest research, industry trends and technologies. 
• This an external facing role and the candidate will be representing Eaton as an Industry solutions expert. The person needs to develop trusted and influential relationships with Clients, Consultants, Partners and Industry peers.
• Contribute & Support marketing campaigns & activities that can promote Eaton to Client relations and business.
• Ability to work on concurrent projects.
• Support for site review and work with onsite field engineers, as well as provide engineering evaluations, electrical systems audits, and startup as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical / electronics engineering
• +8 years' experience in Data center systems design engineering 

Skills:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
• Customer-oriented mindset with a strong technical advisory approach.
• Familiarity and experience working to NPFA 70 & UL design standards is highly desirable.
• Proficiency in English (Arabic is a plus).

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What we offer:

• Competitive compensation and benefits, aligned with your experience and impact.
• Opportunity to work on challenging, high‑impact projects within a dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Your aspirations matter – Eaton actively supports internal mobility and promotes from within whenever possible.
• Your growth matters – We invest in long‑term development through continuous learning, upskilling, and global programs via Eaton University.
• Your contributions matter – Reliability, safety, efficiency, and sustainability are at the heart of what we do, driving meaningful impact on people’s lives and the environment.
• Your wellbeing matters – Health, safety, and wellness are a priority. At Eaton, wellbeing goes beyond programs, empowering employees with the tools and environment to thrive.

Living and Working in Dubai

Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment. Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward‑looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well‑established expatriate ecosystem.

At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well‑governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long‑term career development.

Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton’s Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.