Lead Engineer

AVEVA Denmark; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

ETAP is seeking a Lead Engineer in the UAE to drive the design, integration, testing, and commissioning of Power Automation solutions, including SAS, SCADA, and Control Center systems. You will lead engineering efforts, coordinate FAT/SAT, and ensure robust security and reliability across OT networks.

The role requires 8–10 years in Power Automation, with expertise in IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3, and related protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years in Power Automation, SAS, SCADA, or electrical control projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, engineering, integration, testing, commissioning, and handover of Power Automation solutions (SAS, SCADA, Control Center).
• Engineer and integrate SAS/SCADA/Control Center systems (IEDs, RTUs, PLCs, relays, meters, HMI).
• Lead PMS and Generator control functions (synchronization, load sharing, island/grid operation, AGC).
• Design, configure, validate Load Shedding schemes (UFLS/UVLS, fast shedding).
• Configure and troubleshoot OT networks (TCP/IP, VLANs, PRP/HSR, gateways, firewalls).
• Lead OT cybersecurity and IT infrastructure configuration (RBAC, hardening, patching, remote access).
• Prepare FAT/SAT testing and site commissioning, including failures and redundancy tests.
• Mentor engineers and support knowledge transfer.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Technical leadership

Customer demonstrations

Education

Electrical & Electronics Engineering

Power Systems Engineering

Control & Automation Engineering

Tools

IEC 61850

IEC 60870-5-104

DNP3

Modbus RTU/TCP

OPC DA/UA

ICCP/TASE.2

Job description

ETAP empowers customers to make informed decisions throughout the life cycle of their projects with innovative software solutions for electrical systems. By applying ETAP solutions, customers experience continuous intelligence during design and engineering and into operations and maintenance using a unified electrical digital twin platform. ETAP supports customers in their digital transformation and sustainable energy transitions for a green and smart future, helping them to prioritize safety, maximize reliability, and stay resilient. Our employees' passion for excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction is our most-prized resource. If you share that passion — and want to be part of a company that leads the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for future generations — we invite you to join us! ETAP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: Lead Engineer

Location: UAE

Employment Type: [full-time]

The job

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the design, engineering, integration, testing, and site commissioning, performing site acceptance tests as per the approved client format, prepare site report, conducting communication point to point testing with multiple electrical equipment’s on standard communication protocol. In addition, performing SAS, SCADA, PMS, Generator Management, and Load Shedding testing and demonstration.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, engineering, integration, testing, commissioning, and handover of Power Automation solutions, including SAS, SCADA, Control Center, PMS, Generator Management, and Load Shedding systems.
• Engineer and integrate SAS/SCADA/Control Center systems, including IEDs, RTUs, PLCs, protection relays, meters, gateways, HMI, historian, alarms, SOE, interlocks, controls, redundancy, and time synchronization.
• Lead PMS and Generator Control functions, including synchronization, load sharing, black start, island/grid operation, power balancing, import/export control, and AGC interfaces.
• Design, configure, and validate Load Shedding schemes, including UFLS, UVLS, priority-based shedding, fast load shedding, and restoration sequences.
• Design and troubleshoot industrial communication and OT networks, including TCP/IP, switching, routing, VLANs, PRP/HSR, gateways, firewalls, redundancy, and network diagnostics.
• Configure and integrate communication protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, DNP3, Modbus RTU/TCP, OPC DA/UA, and ICCP/TASE.2.
• Lead OT cybersecurity and IT infrastructure configuration, including segmentation, RBAC, system hardening, patching, secure remote access, Windows Server, Active Directory, virtualization, backup/recovery, and system services.
• Work with relevant SCADA, SAS, PMS, PLC/RTU, protection, and network engineering platforms, and provide technical guidance for system configuration and troubleshooting.
• Prepare and lead FAT, SAT, point-to-point testing, integration testing, HIL/RTDS testing, and site commissioning, including failure scenarios, redundancy/failover, generator trips, and load-shedding tests.
• Lead technical documentation, design reviews, project coordination, customer interface, troubleshooting, punch-point closure, and acceptance activities.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and customer training, while guiding junior engineers and supporting knowledge transfer across the team.

Essential requirements

• Graduate in Electrical Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, Control & Automation Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Minimum 8–10 years in Power Automation, SAS, SCADA, control-center systems, PMS, or electrical control and automation projects.
• Proven experience leading engineering, system integration, FAT/SAT, commissioning, customer demonstrations, and technical issue resolution.

Desired skills

• Structured troubleshooting across electrical, automation, communication, network, and IT/OT layers.
• Lead technical workstreams, guide engineers, make sound decisions, and drive actions to closure.

Certifications

• Cybersecurity, Networking, and Project Leadership

ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.

ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.

ETAP empowers customers to make informed decisions throughout the life cycle of their projects with innovative software solutions for electrical systems. By applying ETAP solutions, customers experience continuous intelligence during design and engineering and into operations and maintenance using a unified electrical digital twin platform. ETAP supports customers in their digital transformation and sustainable energy transitions for a green and smart future, helping them to prioritize safety, maximize reliability, and stay resilient. Our employees' passion for excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction is our most-prized resource. If you share that passion — and want to be part of a company that leads the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for future generations — we invite you to join us! ETAP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business. When you join ETAP you will be contributing to the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for the future, while advancing your career in a dynamic and innovative environment.

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