Electrical Maintenance Engineer - Power Systems

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 334,800 - 513,360; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Power Systems based in Abu Dhabi. This full-time role requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in electrical engineering and focuses on improving reliability, safety, and compliance across maintenance operations.

Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering and supervisory experience. Join ADNOC in contributing to safer plant operations and enhancing electrical reliability for critical oil and gas processes.

This role offers a competitive salary range from 30,000 to 46,000 AED.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and maintenance of electrical equipment.
• At least 5 years in a supervisory position.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical equipment maintenance and power systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot complex electrical engineering problems.
• Provide technical input to update electrical specifications.
• Conduct root-cause failure analysis of electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Electrical maintenance

Power systems

Power grid coordination

Electrical troubleshooting

Root-cause failure analysis

Residual life assessment

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Job description

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Power Systems

Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain and helps us responsibly meet the demands of an ever‑changing energy market. ADNOC is a top‑tier producer of low‑carbon intensity oil and gas and is investing in clean and renewable energies for the future.

Job Snapshot:

• Role: Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Power Systems
• Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
• Industry: Oil and Energy
• Function: Electrical‑Electronics Engineering
• Experience: Minimum 8 years
• Job Type: Full‑time
• Salary: 30,000–46,000
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Gender: Any
• Candidate Nationality: Any

Position Overview:

Electrical Maintenance Engineer – Power Systems in Abu Dhabi is an Oil and Energy opportunity for an experienced electrical engineering professional who can support power coordination, electrical equipment reliability, root‑cause analysis, maintenance procedures, technical specifications and plant electrical systems within ADNOC Group. The role focuses on safe and efficient maintenance support, equipment performance improvement, power grid coordination, spare parts availability and compliance with company standards, HSECES guidelines and operational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide technical input to update company electrical specifications with the latest industry practices and lessons learned from plant operations.
• Troubleshoot complex electrical engineering problems and recommend practical solutions to ensure maintenance services are delivered safely and efficiently.
• Represent the plant in power grid coordination activities, power studies and related operational discussions.
• Diagnose and analyze electrical equipment failures and carry out root‑cause failure analysis to identify failure reasons and corrective measures.
• Conduct residual life assessment of critical electrical equipment and recommend required actions to area engineers.
• Coordinate with TRANSCO, ADWEA, other OPCOs and relevant stakeholders for electrical work, switching activities and power system coordination when required.
• Witness factory acceptance tests, site acceptance tests, pre‑commissioning and commissioning of electrical equipment and systems as required.
• Verify that equipment installation and performance comply with specifications and approved construction documents.
• Maintain electrical equipment in line with HSECES guidelines and ensure compliance with MAT requirements.
• Prepare, review and update electrical maintenance procedures to improve equipment reliability, safety and operating efficiency.
• Provide inputs for division and department capital and operating budgets and monitor annual expenditure against approved plans.
• Review material stock periodically and recommend updates to ensure suitable spare parts and materials remain available.
• Revise technical specifications based on manufacturer information, obsolete item removal, new item inclusion and plant requirements.
• Support safe maintenance planning, technical quality, electrical reliability and continuous improvement across assigned plant systems.
• Work with operations, maintenance, engineering, procurement and external stakeholders to resolve electrical equipment issues and improve plant performance.

Ideal Profile:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in engineering and maintenance of electrical equipment within the oil and gas or petrochemical industry.
• At least 5 years of experience in a supervisory position.
• Strong technical knowledge of electrical equipment maintenance, power systems, switching activities, commissioning and equipment reliability.
• Experience in troubleshooting, root‑cause failure analysis, residual life assessment and corrective action planning for critical electrical assets.
• Good understanding of HSECES guidelines, MAT requirements, electrical maintenance procedures and industrial safety practices.
• Ability to review and update technical specifications, maintenance procedures, material specifications and spare parts requirements.
• Experience coordinating with power authorities, OPCOs, manufacturers, contractors and internal engineering teams.
• Strong budgeting awareness with the ability to support capital and operating budget preparation and cost monitoring.
• Effective communication, technical reporting, coordination and supervisory skills for plant‑based electrical maintenance environments.

Skills Set:

• Electrical engineering
• Electrical maintenance
• Power systems
• Power grid coordination
• Electrical troubleshooting
• Root‑cause failure analysis
• Residual life assessment
• Critical electrical equipment
• Switching activities
• Factory acceptance testing
• Site acceptance testing
• Pre‑commissioning support
• Commissioning support
• HSECES compliance
• MAT requirements
• Maintenance procedures
• Technical specifications
• Spare parts planning
• Material stock review
• Capital budget support
• Operating budget support
• Petrochemical maintenance
• Oil and gas electrical systems
• Supervisory skills
• Technical reporting

Why Join Us:

• Work with ADNOC Group in a senior electrical maintenance role supporting critical oil and gas and petrochemical operations.
• Contribute to safer plant operations, stronger electrical reliability, improved maintenance quality and efficient power system coordination.
• Apply specialist expertise in troubleshooting, root‑cause analysis, commissioning support and critical electrical equipment assessment.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, maintenance, power authorities, OPCOs, contractors and equipment manufacturers.
• Build long‑term career value in electrical reliability, maintenance engineering, power systems and industrial asset performance.
• Join a professional environment focused on operational excellence, responsible energy development, lower‑carbon progress, safety and sustainable value creation.

About the Company:

ADNOC Group was founded in 1971 and is a diversified energy group wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. The company operates fully integrated businesses across the energy value chain, supporting responsible energy supply, lower‑carbon operations, clean energy investment and decarbonization technologies. ADNOC is advancing its net‑zero by 2045 ambition and its commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030 while continuing to strengthen Abu Dhabi’s position as a reliable global energy hub.