Project Engineer

Progressive GE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 111,600 - 156,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Annual Flight Ticket

Visa

Job summary

Progressive GE in Abu Dhabi, UAE, is seeking a Project Engineer / Project Assistant on a 6-month contract to support electrical and oil & gas projects across the UAE and GCC. The role offers hybrid work arrangements (e.g., three days in the office, two days at home) and a path to permanent employment based on performance.

The ideal candidate has a electrical background with 2–5 years of project experience, UAE exposure, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 2–5 years' experience in junior Project roles.
• Experience in UAE oil & gas sector preferred.
• Knowledge of LV switchgear and electrical systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with customers and project stakeholders.
• Prepare and submit project documentation.
• Generate reports and track project progress.
• Support project delivery and administrative activities.
• Work with document control teams to maintain records.

Skills

Electrical Engineering

LV Switchgear

Project Engineer

Project Coordinator

Document Controller

Electrical Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Project Engineer / Project Assistant - 6 month contract assignment

Applicants should already be located inside the UAE and be available to join at very short notice

Work Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE (Hybrid available - for example; 3 days office, 2 days WFH or similar)

Duration: 6-month contract with strong potential for permanent employment based on performance and business order book.

Start Date: ASAP

Estimated Salary: AED 10K to 14K per month (full cash package) + Medical Insurance + Annual Flight Ticket (if applicable after 12 months) + Visa

About the Role

We are seeking a Project Engineer / Project Assistant to join an experienced team supporting electrical and oil & gas projects across the UAE and the wider GCC region. This role is ideal for a junior level professional with electrical background and oil and gas exposure in the UAE who is looking to develop their career within an exciting business.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and communicate with customers and project stakeholders
• Prepare and submit project documentation
• Generate reports and track project progress
• Support project delivery and administrative activities
• Work closely with document control teams to ensure accurate project records

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 2-5 years' experience (no more than 8 years total career experience) in a Project Engineer, Project Assistant, Project Coordinator, Document Controller, or junior Project Management role
• Experience within the UAE oil & gas sector, ideally supporting ADNOC or similar clients
• Sound knowledge of LV Switchgear and electrical systems
• Experience working with electrical industry leaders or suppliers to the oil & gas sector
• Understanding of Middle East project execution and document control processes
• Strong communication and organizational skills

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Skills

Electrical Engineering, LV Switchgear, Project Engineer, Project Coordinator, Document Controller, Electrical