Electrical Engineer (EV Charging Infrastructure)

Business Umbrella; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in EV Charging Infrastructure. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing technical teams, and ensuring compliance with local regulations. The ideal candidate should have 5-7 years of electrical project experience with at least 2 years in the UAE, and must be fluent in Arabic and English. Strong leadership and coordination skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of electrical project experience, including 2-3 years of direct team supervision in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of ADDC and local regulatory requirements.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily on-site activities for EV charger and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Manage and guide teams of technicians, electricians, and subcontractors.
• Handle coordination with local authorities for necessary permits and inspections.

Skills

Team management

Fluent Arabic

Fluent English

Leadership skills

Coordination skills

Decision-making skills

Job description

Electrical Engineer (EV Charging Infrastructure)

Job Title: Electrical Engineer – Operations & Team Management

Industry: EV Charging Infrastructure / Electrical Contracting / Engineering

Experience Required: 5-7 years (minimum 2 years in the UAE with proven team management experience)

Languages: Fluent Arabic and English (spoken and written) are mandatory

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for handling day-to-day site operations, leading technical teams, and managing materials and resources efficiently. The candidate must have prior experience managing teams in the UAE, and be fluent in Arabic and English to ensure smooth communication across stakeholders and authorities.

Key Responsibilities: Daily Operations & Site Execution:

• Oversee daily on-site activities for EV charger and electrical infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate manpower, tools, and material delivery for uninterrupted execution.
• Ensure compliance with ADDC and other regulatory standards in Abu Dhabi.
• Conduct site visits and supervise installation works for safety and quality assurance.

Team Management (UAE Experience Required):

• Manage and guide teams of technicians, electricians, and subcontractors.
• Allocate daily tasks, resolve operational issues, and ensure productivity.
• Maintain discipline and high performance among teams on-site.
• Report progress and any delays or issues to the management team.

Compliance & Material Oversight:

• Handle coordination with local authorities (ADDC, ADM, etc.) for necessary permits and inspections.
• Understand BOQs and estimation basics to plan material requirements.
• Ensure all project documentation and reporting is complete and up to date.

Requirements

Candidate Requirements:

• 5-7 years of electrical project experience, including 2-3 years of direct team supervision in the UAE.
• Strong understanding of ADDC and local regulatory requirements.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
• Strong leadership, coordination, and decision‑making skills.