Electrical Project Coordinator – Power Systems

ATKINSREALIS OVERSEAS - ABU DHABI; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Abu Dhabi seeks a Technical Coordinator to support electrical engineering activities across power generation, transmission, distribution and industrial power projects. You will liaise with engineering teams, project management, procurement, construction and clients to ensure timely delivery and compliance with standards.

The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent coordination and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering or project coordination within the power, energy, utility, or EPC sector.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, substations, switchgear, transformers, and electrical distribution networks.
• Experience in power generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, or industrial power projects.
• Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and local regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN, or equivalent tools.
• Strong testing, commissioning, and maintenance knowledge for electrical systems.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering activities across power projects from design through commissioning.
• Review and monitor electrical drawings, SLDs, load calculations, and technical specifications.
• Liaise with engineering consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Track project schedules and support timely resolution of technical issues affecting project execution.
• Coordinate procurement activities for electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, cables, protection systems, and related components.
• Monitor installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
• Facilitate technical discussions, design reviews, and project coordination meetings.
• Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and company standards.
• Review technical submittals, method statements, inspection reports, and vendor documentation.
• Support project teams in preparing progress reports, risk assessments, and project updates.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure quality requirements are achieved during project execution.
• Assist in troubleshooting and resolving electrical system issues during construction and operational phases.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure accurate record keeping throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

Project coordination

AutoCAD

ETAP

EPLAN

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

EPLAN

Power system software

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Abu Dhabi seeks a Technical Coordinator to support electrical engineering activities across power generation, transmission, distribution and industrial power projects. You will liaise with engineering teams, project management, procurement, construction and clients to ensure timely delivery and compliance with standards.

The role requires strong technical expertise, excellent coordination and a proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, with travel