Electrical Design Engineer – Luxury Hospitality Projects

About the role

Utopia is seeking a dynamic Electrical Design Engineer to develop MEP systems for luxury villas and boutique hotels worldwide. The role blends creative design with technical rigor, supporting high‑end hospitality projects from concept through detailed design.

Key responsibilities

• Design and oversee MEP systems for luxury villas and hotels, ensuring compliance with local codes and premium industry standards.
• Collaborate with architects, interior designers, structural engineers and the FF&E team to integrate electrical solutions seamlessly.
• Perform load calculations, energy modeling, and system sizing to optimize performance and efficiency.
• Develop detailed technical drawings and specifications using CAD and Revit, supported by BIM modelers.
• Lead equipment selection, value‑engineering discussions and supervise third‑party consultants.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, trends and regulations for power supply and distribution in luxury hospitality.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil or Building Engineering with a focus on power systems.
• 5–10 years of design experience in a consultancy or general contractor environment.
• Proven track record on 5‑star hotel or luxury villa projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Professional fluency in English (written and verbal).

Required skills

• Proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD.
• Experience with BIM workflows.
• Load calculation and energy modeling expertise.
• System sizing and equipment selection capabilities.

What we offer

• Global project exposure across Europe, Africa and Latin America.
• Collaboration with an international, multicultural team.
• Fully remote work arrangement for maximum flexibility.
• Opportunity to work with luxury standards, premium finishes and globally inspired concepts.