Electrical Maintenance Engineer

Ukaam; Industrial Area; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced electrical engineer to perform maintenance on electrical equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and a minimum of 8 years of experience in the oil & gas or energy sectors. Responsibilities include diagnosing electrical faults, ensuring compliance with HSE standards, and mentoring junior engineers. Competitive compensation and growth opportunities are provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of electrical maintenance experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors.
• Strong expertise in HV/LV systems, power distribution, and electrical design tools.
• Experience with hazardous area classifications and Ex-proof equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, and motors.
• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize downtime.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and electrical codes.

Skills

Electrical maintenance experience

HV/LV systems expertise

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Project Location(s): Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of electrical equipment: transformers, switchgear, MCCs, motors, UPS, and power distribution systems.

• Diagnose and resolve electrical faults to minimize downtime.

• Implement RCM-based maintenance strategies.

• Ensure compliance with HSE and electrical codes (IEC, IEEE, NEC, API).

• Conduct inspections, testing, and condition monitoring.

• Prepare maintenance plans, reports, and technical documentation.

• Coordinate with operations, instrumentation, and mechanical teams.

• Support electrical upgrades, expansions, and modifications.

• Perform RCA for repeated issues and recommend improvements.

• Manage spare parts inventory and liaise with vendors.

• Mentor junior engineers and technicians.

As our ideal candidate, you should have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• Minimum 8 years of electrical maintenance experience in oil & gas, petrochemical, or energy sectors.

• Strong expertise in HV/LV systems, power distribution, and electrical design tools (ETAP, AutoCAD).

• Experience with hazardous area classifications and Ex-proof equipment.

• Strong understanding of LOTO, PTW, and safety processes.

• Excellent problem‑solving and leadership skills.