I&C / Electrical Control & Protection Engineer

Combuzz; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Combuzz invites applications for an I&C / Electrical Engineer specializing in turbo-generator electrical control, excitation, and protection systems to join our power generation team in the UAE. The role encompasses troubleshooting, testing, commissioning and modernization across multi-OEM platforms.

The ideal candidate has 7–10 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control Engineering, with willingness to travel regionally for field assignments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control Engineering.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in power generation electrical and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with turbo-generator AVR/excitation, generator protection, and/or SFC systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning skills.
• Experience with gas turbine, steam turbine, or combined-cycle power plants preferred.
• OEM experience with Mitsubishi Electric, GE Vernova, Siemens Energy, or ABB/Hitachi Energy is an advantage.
• Excellent technical communication and reporting skills in English.
• Willingness to travel frequently for regional field assignments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and commission Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVR) and excitation systems.
• Diagnose and resolve issues in Static Frequency Converter (SFC) systems used for gas turbine starting.
• Test and commission generator protection relays, including Siemens, GE, ABB/Hitachi Energy, and SEL.
• Troubleshoot generator control panels, synchronization systems, PLC logic, alarms, interlocks, and DCS interfaces.
• Support generator overhauls, rehabilitation, retrofit, and modernization projects.
• Interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Prepare technical reports, conduct root-cause analysis, and coordinate with customers and OEM engineering teams.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Troubleshooting

Testing

Commissioning

Root-cause analysis

DCS interfaces

PLC logic

Generator protection

Travel flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control Engineering

Job description

Job description

I&C / Electrical Engineer – Turbo-Generator Systems

Job Location: UAE / Regional Field Assignments

Nationality: Open to All Nationalities

Experience: 7-10 Years

Qualification: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Control Engineering

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on I&C / Electrical Engineer specializing in turbo-generator electrical control, excitation, and protection systems. The role involves troubleshooting, maintenance, testing, commissioning, and modernization of power generation equipment across multiple OEM platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, test, and commission Automatic Voltage Regulators (AVR) and excitation systems.
• Diagnose and resolve issues in Static Frequency Converter (SFC) systems used for gas turbine starting.
• Test and commission generator protection relays, including Siemens, GE, ABB/Hitachi Energy, and SEL.
• Troubleshoot generator control panels, synchronization systems, PLC logic, alarms, interlocks, and DCS interfaces.
• Support generator overhauls, rehabilitation, retrofit, and modernization projects.
• Interpret electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and control logic.
• Prepare technical reports, conduct root-cause analysis, and coordinate with customers and OEM engineering teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Electronics, Control Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in power generation electrical and control systems.
• Hands-on experience with turbo-generator AVR/excitation, generator protection, and/or SFC systems.
• Strong troubleshooting, testing, and commissioning skills.
• Experience with gas turbine, steam turbine, or combined-cycle power plants is preferred.
• OEM experience with Mitsubishi Electric, GE Vernova, Siemens Energy, or ABB/Hitachi Energy is an advantage.
• Excellent technical communication and reporting skills in English.
• Willingness to travel frequently for regional field assignments.