Electrical Engineer

Role Overview

Location

• The description lists the role location as UAE.

Technical Skills

• 11 kV substation construction and commissioning.
• Power distribution systems, transformers, and switchgear.
• Protection relay testing.
• Cable routing, laying, termination, and jointing.
• Earthing and lightning protection systems.
• Electrical safety and HSE compliance.
• Project planning and site supervision.
• Utility coordination with TAQA.
• Testing and commissioning procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• TAQA certification/classification is required.
• At least five years of experience in 11 kV substation and power distribution projects.
• Experience with transformers, RMUs, switchgear, cable laying and termination, and commissioning activities.
• Strong knowledge of electrical standards, safety regulations, and project coordination.
• TAQA experience is preferred, particularly in 11 kV distribution networks, substations, feeder upgrades, and utility infrastructure projects.

Preferred Experience

• TAQA Distribution project experience is preferred.
• Utility infrastructure and network expansion project experience is preferred.
• Coordination with utility authorities for energization and commissioning is preferred.
• EPC, power distribution, and UAE electrical infrastructure project experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, test, commission, and maintain 11 kV substations and associated electrical infrastructure.
• Carry out construction and commissioning work for 11 kV substations and power distribution systems.
• Work with transformers, switchgear, RMUs, and protection relays, including relay testing.
• Coordinate cable routing, laying, termination, and jointing.
• Work on earthing and lightning protection systems while complying with electrical safety and HSE requirements.
• Plan project activities and supervise site work.
• Coordinate with utility authorities on energization and commissioning.
• Ensure work complies with utility standards, safety regulations, and project specifications.