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Sami Mahgoub
Senior Electrical Engineer at Al-Rajhi Building & Construction
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaWork Experience
Al-Rajhi Building & Construction
Mar 2024 - Present -1 yr, 2 months
Saudi Arabia
- Job Details:Supervised low-voltage (LV) and low current (LC) installations, ensuring compliance with technical specifications and safety standards. Designed and implemented power distribution systems (DBs, cables, lighting). Reviewed shop drawings and coordinated with MEP teams for seamless integration. Ensured compliance with NEC, IEC, and SASO standards. Managed and supervised low current systems fire alarm, CCTV, access control, data networks, BMS. Conducted site inspections and resolved technical clashes with other disciplines. Coordinated with contractors and consultants to resolve design conflicts and ensure timely project execution. Identified potential project risks, conducted impact assessments, and developed contingency plans to minimize disruptions. Facilitated technical meetings between suppliers, contractors, and consultants to align on project deliverables and resolve disputes. Prepared contractor payment certificates (interim/final accounts) and tracked supplier contracts to ensure adherence to terms. Monitored due payments, processed invoices, and maintained financial documentation.
Al-Rajhi Building & Construction
Jun 2020 - Mar 2024 -3 yrs, 9 months
Saudi Arabia
- Job Details:Designed and implemented LV/LC systems for a 28-story tower (Education & Training Evaluation Commission). Managed end-to-end execution of power distribution systems (DBs, panels, cables, lighting layouts). Supervised electrical contractors on-site and reviewed technical submittals and material approvals. Coordinated with civil, mechanical, and architectural teams to avoid design conflicts. Led testing, commissioning, and handover processes for electrical and LC systems. Analyzed and documented project risks with mitigation strategies aligned with PMI-RMP methodology.
Engineering Coordinator / Electrical Engineer
Al-Samah Integrated Company
May 2016 - May 2020 -4 yrs
Saudi Arabia
- Job Details:Served as the bridge between site teams, engineering departments, and external consultants. Coordinated subcontractors' schedules and verified work completion milestones. Reviewed and corrected shop drawings, method statements, and load calculations. Conducted safety audits and ensured all workers complied with site safety standards. Managed documentation for contract approvals and variation orders. Liaised with municipal authorities for permits and inspection approvals.
Africa for Silos and Warehousing
Jan 2013 - Feb 2016 -3 yrs, 1 month
Egypt
- Job Details:Managed the maintenance of fully automated PLC-controlled warehousing systems. Performed diagnostics and repairs on 800MVA generators and conveyor motors. Designed and implemented new circuits to support expanding storage capacity. Prepared detailed technical reports for senior management and stakeholders. Oversaw the reconstruction and commissioning of backup power systems.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Power and Machines Engineering
Alexandria University (ALEXU)Jan 2012
Skills
- AutoCAD
- DIALux Evo
- Ecodial
- ETABS
- Power distribution system design
- Low voltage & low current systems (CCTV, fire alarm, access control, BMS)
- NEC, IEC, and SASO code compliance
- Project coordination & execution
- Risk assessment & mitigation planning
- Electrical load calculations & panel sizing
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Languages
Arabic
FluentEnglish
Intermediate