GIS Engineer

Duncan & Ross; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a GIS Engineer responsible for the installation, testing, and commissioning of GIS equipment. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and hold a TAQA Competent Person Certification. With 7-10 years of relevant experience, the GIS Engineer will supervise installations, conduct GIS testing, and ensure compliance with IEC standards and OEM practices. This role requires strong knowledge of 132kV / 220kV GIS systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7-10 years experience in GIS installation & commissioning.
• Strong knowledge of IEC standards and OEM practices.
• Experience with 132kV / 220kV GIS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise GIS installation, assembly, and alignment works.
• Conduct and witness GIS testing including mechanical and functional tests.
• Prepare commissioning records, test reports, and final dossiers.

Skills

GIS installation

Commissioning

SF gas handling

Mechanical & Functional Tests

IEC standards knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

TAQA Competent Person Certification

Job description

The GIS Engineer shall be responsible for installation, testing, commissioning, and energization support of GIS equipment in line with TAQA and OEM requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise GIS installation, assembly, and alignment works
• Ensure SF gas handling, filling, and monitoring as per standards
• Conduct and witness GIS testing including: Mechanical & Functional Tests, HV / PD tests (as applicable), Gas tightness checks
• Review OEM procedures, drawings, and ITPs
• Coordinate with OEM specialists and TAQA inspectors
• Prepare commissioning records, test reports, and final dossiers
• Support energization and defect rectification

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering
• TAQA Competent Person Certification – Mandatory
• Minimum 7–10 years experience in GIS installation & commissioning
• Strong knowledge of IEC standards and OEM practices
• Experience with 132kV / 220kV GIS preferred

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