Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Plant and Power Network

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Onshore in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Electrical Maintenance Engineer to support electrical maintenance activities across plant facilities and power networks. The role requires a minimum of 6 years of engineering and maintenance experience and is on-site at our Abu Dhabi facilities.

You will develop maintenance guidelines, ensure equipment reliability, and oversee major overhauls while contributing to safety and operational performance in a challenging oil and gas environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of experience in engineering and maintenance.
• Oil and gas industry experience is preferred.
• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert engineering support for electrical maintenance across plant facilities and power networks.
• Support availability, reliability and integrity of electrical equipment through effective practices.
• Develop and maintain electrical maintenance codes of practice, procedures and guidelines.
• Plan and supervise major electrical equipment overhauls and maintenance programs.
• Provide specialist technical assistance during critical electrical breakdowns and troubleshooting.
• Investigate equipment failures affecting plant performance and network reliability.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Power network maintenance

Troubleshooting

Root Cause Analysis

Maintenance planning

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering

Equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Snapshot

Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Plant and Power Network Job Snapshot - Role: Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Plant and Power Network - Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Industry: Oil and Energy - Function: Installation-Maintenance-Repair - Experience: Minimum 6 years in engineering and maintenance - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

Job Details

Job Details - Country: United Arab Emirates - City: Abu Dhabi - Industry: Oil and Energy - Function: Installation-Maintenance-Repair - Salary: Not disclosed - Gender: No Preference - Candidate Nationality: Not specified - Job Type: Full Time - Work Arrangement: On-site

About ADNOC Onshore

ADNOC Onshore is the largest oil producer within ADNOC Group, accounting for more than half of the Group 's total oil production. Its operational history dates back to 1939, when a 75-year concession was signed for oil and gas exploration in Abu Dhabi. The company also supports ADNOC 's environmental sustainability initiatives through carbon capture and utilization technologies. The Al Reyadah Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS) facility has the capacity to capture approximately 800,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide annually from Emirates Steel Industries for use in Enhanced Oil Recovery activities at the Bab and Rumaitha oil fields. This facility contributes to ADNOC 's stated 2030 sustainability objectives and reflects the Group 's commitment to integrating operational performance with environmental initiatives.

Key Accountabilities

• Electrical Maintenance Engineering - Provide expert engineering support for electrical maintenance activities across plant facilities and power networks.
• Support the availability, reliability and integrity of electrical equipment through effective maintenance engineering practices.
• Develop and maintain electrical maintenance codes of practice, procedures and technical guidelines.
• Ensure maintenance documentation complies with applicable corporate policies and ADNOC standards.
• Review existing electrical maintenance practices and identify opportunities for technical improvement.
• Support the introduction of modern maintenance techniques to improve equipment productivity, availability and reliability.
• Provide specialist advice on electrical maintenance requirements and equipment performance.
• Promote the application of recognized engineering standards and maintenance practices across assigned facilities.

Maintenance Planning and Major Overhauls

• Plan and supervise the execution of major electrical equipment overhauls.
• Coordinate extraordinary maintenance programs to ensure efficient and cost-effective execution.
• Support the development of short-term and long-term electrical maintenance plans.
• Liaise with relevant teams to coordinate scheduled maintenance activities, major overhauls and equipment shutdowns.
• Review maintenance requirements to support reliable equipment operation.
• Provide technical guidance during the preparation and implementation of major maintenance activities.
• Identify potential maintenance constraints and coordinate appropriate technical solutions.
• Support effective use of maintenance resources while maintaining equipment reliability and operational requirements.

Critical Electrical Breakdown Support

• Provide specialist technical assistance during critical electrical equipment breakdowns.
• Support troubleshooting and resolution of complex electrical maintenance problems.
• Advise Operations and Maintenance teams on appropriate corrective actions.
• Investigate equipment failures that affect plant performance or electrical power network reliability.
• Coordinate technical assessments to identify causes of electrical equipment malfunctions.
• Recommend practical solutions to restore equipment operation and minimize downtime.
• Support the resolution of recurring electrical faults through appropriate engineering analysis.
• Provide technical guidance to improve equipment reliability following major failures.

Electrical Equipment Reliability and Root Cause Analysis

• Investigate chronic maintenance problems affecting electrical equipment and associated systems.
• Conduct Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to identify underlying causes of recurring failures.
• Evaluate maintenance history and equipment performance information to support technical investigations.
• Recommend corrective actions to address identified equipment reliability issues.
• Support the implementation of appropriate maintenance improvements.
• Review maintenance practices to identify opportunities for increased equipment availability.
• Provide technical recommendations to reduce recurring breakdowns and improve long-term asset performance.
• Coordinate with relevant technical teams to resolve complex maintenance and reliability concerns.

Plant Modifications and Engineering Studies

• Propose and review plant change requests involving electrical equipment and systems.
• Conduct site engineering studies to assess the technical feasibility of proposed modifications.
• Evaluate the operational and safety implications of plant changes.
• Provide technical recommendations to support engineering decisions.
• Review proposed modifications for consistency with applicable standards and plant requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant Engineering and Operations personnel during technical evaluations.
• Support the implementation of approved improvements to electrical equipment and infrastructure.
• Ensure proposed changes consider equipment integrity, maintainability and safe plant operation.

Electrical Equipment Upgrades and Obsolescence Management

• Identify electrical equipment requiring technological upgrades or replacement.
• Assess obsolete equipment and recommend appropriate modernization solutions.
• Provide professional engineering advice on electrical technology improvements.
• Prepare technical documentation supporting proposed equipment upgrades.
• Develop relevant economic evaluations to support equipment replacement and modernization decisions.
• Review available technological alternatives for improving equipment performance and reliability.
• Support planning activities associated with electrical equipment upgrades.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure proposed improvements align with operational requirements.

Plant and Power Network Technical Support

• Provide expert advice on electrical equipment and power network maintenance issues.
• Support Operations and Maintenance teams in resolving electrical system problems.
• Review technical concerns affecting the performance and reliability of plant electrical infrastructure.
• Recommend appropriate engineering solutions for equipment and network-related issues.
• Coordinate technical information between maintenance personnel and operational stakeholders.
• Support reliable electrical system performance through effective maintenance planning and technical evaluation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in the management of electrical equipment and power networks.

Electrical Safety Systems and Testing

• Ensure critical electrical safety systems are maintained in operational condition.
• Develop appropriate testing procedures for electrical safety-related equipment and systems.
• Support the establishment of testing programs to verify the functionality of critical safety systems.
• Monitor the implementation and completion of required testing activities.
• Review testing outcomes and identify matters requiring corrective action.
• Provide technical guidance on maintaining the reliability and integrity of electrical safety systems.
• Ensure testing and maintenance practices follow applicable company standards and safety requirements.
• Coordinate with relevant personnel to address identified safety system deficiencies.

Maintenance Standards and Continuous Improvement

• Maintain electrical maintenance practices in accordance with applicable ADNOC policies and engineering standards.
• Review existing procedures to identify opportunities for improved maintenance effectiveness.
• Recommend innovative methods and modern technologies to enhance maintenance performance.
• Promote cost-effective maintenance approaches without compromising equipment reliability or safety.
• Support improvements in electrical equipment availability and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to the continuous development of maintenance engineering practices across assigned facilities.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Education

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering or an equivalent qualification.

Professional Experience

• Minimum 6 years of experience in engineering and maintenance.
• Experience in the oil and gas industry is preferred.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Electrical Maintenance Engineering

• Knowledge of electrical equipment maintenance and engineering practices.
• Understanding of maintenance requirements for industrial plant electrical systems.
• Ability to develop and review electrical maintenance procedures and technical guidelines.
• Familiarity with major equipment overhaul and maintenance planning activities.
• Ability to provide engineering support for electrical equipment troubleshooting and repair.
• Understanding of electrical equipment reliability and integrity requirements.

Power Network and Equipment Reliability

• Knowledge of electrical power network maintenance considerations.
• Ability to evaluate electrical equipment performance and recurring maintenance problems.
• Understanding of equipment failure investigation and Root Cause Analysis techniques.
• Ability to recommend corrective actions to improve equipment availability.
• Knowledge of maintenance optimization and reliability improvement practices.
• Ability to support long-term maintenance planning and equipment modernization.

Engineering Studies and Technical Evaluation

• Ability to conduct technical studies supporting plant modifications.
• Understanding of engineering feasibility and safety considerations.
• Ability to evaluate equipment upgrades and technological replacement options.
• Capability to prepare technical and economic documentation for proposed improvements.
• Knowledge of relevant engineering standards and technical compliance requirements.

Electrical Safety and Testing

• Understanding of electrical safety system maintenance requirements.
• Ability to develop and review equipment testing procedures.
• Knowledge of testing programs for critical electrical safety systems.
• Ability to assess technical findings and recommend appropriate corrective actions.
• Awareness of the importance of equipment integrity and safe electrical operations.

Professional Competencies

• Strong technical troubleshooting and analytical skills.
• Effective maintenance planning and coordination capabilities.
• Ability to investigate complex equipment failures and recommend solutions.
• Sound engineering judgment when evaluating plant modifications and equipment upgrades.
• Effective communication with Operations, Maintenance and Engineering teams.
• Attention to technical accuracy, equipment reliability and safety requirements.
• Ability to coordinate major maintenance activities and provide specialist engineering guidance.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and recognized maintenance standards.

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Plant and Power Network contributes to ADNOC Onshore 's operational reliability by providing specialist engineering support for electrical equipment, maintenance programs and power infrastructure. Through effective maintenance planning, technical troubleshooting, equipment modernization and electrical safety system oversight, the role supports safe and reliable plant operations while improving long-term equipment availability and performance.