Resident Engineer - OHL

UAE

What We Offer

• Tractebel is more than a workplace.
• It is an opportunity to work with industry experts on impactful energy projects and contribute to shaping tomorrow’s sustainable infrastructure.
• We offer:
• Competitive salary package
• Annual performance bonus (where applicable)
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Career development opportunities within ENGIE Group
• Flexible and collaborative work environment
• Exposure to major utility infrastructure projects
• Your mission

Resident Engineer – Electrical (OHL)

Transmission & Distribution Department

Project Leadership & Site Management

• Lead and manage electrical engineering activities for overhead transmission line projects.
• Oversee site supervision teams and contractor execution activities.
• Ensure project delivery meets schedule, budget, and quality targets.
• Review and monitor contractor construction programs and resources.

Technical Oversight

• Ensure construction activities comply with approved IFC drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Review and approve technical submittals, shop drawings, and method statements.
• Resolve technical issues related to transmission line construction.

Construction Supervision

• Supervise site activities related to:
• + Tower foundation works
• + Tower erection
• + Conductor stringing
• + OPGW installation
• + Earthing systems
• Monitor contractor workmanship and compliance.

Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs).
• Review quality documentation and inspection reports.
• Identify and close Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs).

Health, Safety & Environment

• Ensure compliance with project HSE plans and procedures.
• Monitor contractor safety performance.
• Conduct site safety inspections and audits.

Client & Stakeholder Coordination

• Interface with clients, contractors, consultants, and utility authorities.
• Attend technical and progress meetings.
• Coordinate inspections, shutdowns, and energization approvals.

Commercial Administration

• Review and certify contractor progress claims.
• Verify quantities and variation orders.
• Support contractual and commercial evaluations.

Testing, Commissioning & Closeout

• Supervise testing and commissioning activities.
• Ensure final documentation and as-built submissions are completed.
• Support project handover and final acceptance.
• We would love to hear from people with
• Extensive experience in EHV/HV overhead transmission line construction.
• Strong background in construction supervision consultancy projects.
• Proven experience in utility transmission infrastructure projects.
• Experience with UAE transmission utility projects.

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 8 years in Resident Engineer / Site Leadership roles
• Experience in 400kV / 220kV / 132kV transmission line projects
• Experience with UAE utilities such as Abu Dhabi Transmission and Despatch Company, Abu Dhabi Distribution Company, and Dubai Electricity and Water Authority preferred

Who You Are

• A strong technical leader with transmission line project expertise
• A proactive problem solver with site-based decision-making capability
• A detail-oriented engineer focused on quality and compliance
• A strong stakeholder manager capable of handling multiple interfaces

Your Soft Skills

• Leadership and team management
• Strong communication skills
• Stakeholder management
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Time management and planning
• Risk assessment and mitigation
• Decision-making under pressure

Who We Are

Division: Tractebel Div2