Marine Electrical Engineer – Dredger Systems & Upgrades

NMDC Careers; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Watch/Key Electrical Engineer for Cutter Suction Dredger in Abu Dhabi. You will support the Chief Electrical Engineer, maintain power generation, distribution, and control systems, and ensure safe dredging operations.

The role involves watchkeeping, troubleshooting motors, drives, PLCs, and instrumentation, plus maintenance of dredge pumps, winches and spud systems. Collaboration with mechanical and dredging teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• STCW Certification.
• 5 years' experience with relevant equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain all electrical systems on the Cutter Suction Dredger, including power generation, distribution and control systems.
• Perform watchkeeping duties and monitor electrical equipment to ensure safe and uninterrupted dredging operations.
• Troubleshoot and repair faults in motors, drives, PLC systems, control panels, and instrumentation.
• Maintain dredging-related electrical equipment such as cutter drives, dredge pumps, winches and spud systems.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance and testing of generators, switchboards and electrical protection systems.
• Ensure compliance with company safety procedures, marine regulations and permit-to-work systems.
• Assist with installation, modification and commissioning of electrical equipment during mobilization or upgrades.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, logs and spare parts inventory.
• Coordinate with mechanical and dredging teams to minimize downtime and optimize operational efficiency.
• Participate in emergency response and ensure proper functioning of alarms, safety systems and emergency power supply.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

NMDC Group is seeking a 2nd Watch/Key Electrical Engineer for Cutter Suction Dredger in Abu Dhabi. You will support the Chief Electrical Engineer, maintain power generation, distribution, and control systems, and ensure safe dredging operations.

The role involves watchkeeping, troubleshooting motors, drives, PLCs, and instrumentation, plus maintenance of dredge pumps, winches and spud systems. Collaboration with mechanical and dredging teams is essential.