Mechanical Resident Engineer — Substations (132kV+)

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance

Medical insurance

Annual leave

Gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus

Flight allowance

Transportation & housing allowances

Wellbeing program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is hiring a Resident Engineer to lead all mechanical activities for EHV/HV substations (132kV–400kV+). You will ensure construction aligns with drawings, project specs, contract documents, and local authority requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years in MEP, with erection, testing and commissioning focus. You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients and civil teams, and review drawings and calculations while managing multiple tasks in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field.
• 12+ years in MEP engineering with erection, testing and commissioning.
• Excellent coordination and communication with subcontractors, clients and civil teams.
• Ability to prepare and review technical drawings and calculations.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise all mechanical engineering activities related to EHV/HV substations (132kV, 220kV, 400kV and above).
• Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with approved drawings, project specifications, contract documents, and local authority requirements.
• Monitor contractor performance, productivity, and adherence to project schedules.
• Conduct regular site inspections to verify progress, workmanship, and compliance.
• Review and recommend approval of contractor submissions, including method statements, material submittals, shop drawings, and work procedures.
• Participate in progress review meetings and coordinate with all project stakeholders

Skills

MEP engineering

Substation erection

Site coordination

Drawing review

Project coordination

Meeting deadlines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

AtkinsRéalis in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is hiring a Resident Engineer to lead all mechanical activities for EHV/HV substations (132kV–400kV+). You will ensure construction aligns with drawings, project specs, contract documents, and local authority requirements.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years in MEP, with erection, testing and commissioning focus. You will coordinate with subcontractors, clients and civil teams, and review drawings and calculations while managing multiple tasks in a