ARE Electrical Substation

Engie; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for an Assistant Resident Engineer Electrical to support substation electrical works in various project sites across UAE. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include supervising contractors and ensuring compliance with safety requirements. This role offers competitive salary and growth opportunities within a diverse team.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

ENGIE stock options

Flexible hybrid arrangements

Cultural events like Iftar gatherings

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years experience in electrical engineering projects in the UAE including substations.
• Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage substation construction and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in day-to-day supervision of electrical works for substations.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor progress.
• Liaise with technical disciplines and attend Site Technical Coordination Meetings.

Skills

Site supervision

Contractor coordination

Technical drawing review

Safety measures implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job title

Assistant Resident Engineer Electrical (Substation)

Location(s)

UAE Various project sites

Ready to engineer your positive impact

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What we offer

Tractebel is more than a place to work. Its your chance to evolve alongside top experts on impactful projects around the world. Its an environment built on team spirit where you can reach your highest potential.

We actively support the development of our people and the opportunities for growth within the ENGIE Group are wide open.

We offer a competitive salary package including paid holidays performance-based bonuses (for eligible roles) comprehensive health insurance and ENGIE stock options among other perks.
Flexible hybrid arrangements allow one day of remote work per week.
We value team spirit and celebrate our achievements with events like our annual Iftar gathering and year-end festivities.

Your mission

As Assistant Resident Engineer Electrical (Substation) in our Transmission & Distribution department you will support the Resident Engineer in supervising the execution of substation electrical works. You will ensure that all activities are carried out in compliance with contract documents drawings method statements and safety requirements. Your role will include site inspections contractor coordination and support during testing certification and project handover.

Your key responsibilities

• Assist the Resident Engineer in day-to-day supervision of electrical works for substations.
• Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor the contractors work progress.
• Liaise with all technical disciplines and attend Site Technical Coordination Meetings.
• Review contractor submissions shop drawings and construction-related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with approved method statements layouts and drawings.
• Witness site activities inspections and testing as per project requirements.
• Support the Resident Engineer during final inspections completion certification and handover of works.
• Ensure proper implementation of site safety measures.

We would love to hear from people with

Your qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities).
• Minimum 8 years experience in electrical engineering projects in the UAE including substations.

Who you are

• Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage substation construction and supervision.
• Skilled in site supervision contractor coordination and review of technical submissions.
• Familiar with UAE utility and authority standards.

Your soft skills

• Strong communication and coordination abilities.
• Detail-oriented proactive and safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments.

Preference

• Prior experience with TRANSCO ADDC DEWA or other major UAE utilities will be highly preferred.

Who we are

Our top priorities are people ethics safety and sustainability. With Tractebel you are uniquely positioned to make a positive impact on global net-zero targets. The driving force behind reaching these goals is our greatest asset: you. Our people come first and our strength is in our diversity. Because diversity leads to fresh perspectives that drive performance and innovation!

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As part of the 96000-strong ENGIE Group your career path in pioneering low-carbon solutions around the world knows no limits. Every day is your opportunity to shape a more sustainable world.