Resident Engineer - Electrical, Substation.

Atkins Realis; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering services organization is seeking a Senior Resident Engineer to oversee electrical infrastructure projects, focusing on supervision, regulatory compliance, and safety. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-voltage systems and project management. Responsibilities include coordinating site activities, ensuring quality and safety standards, and engaging with stakeholders. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 12 years of relevant experience. Competitive tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Relocation assistance

Employee Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• 12 years of relevant experience for degree holders.
• Experience with high-voltage systems and commissioning.
• Ability to supervise construction activities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical infrastructure project works.
• Coordinate interdisciplinary activities on site.
• Ensure quality execution and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Transmission/Distribution Power Systems

High Voltage Systems

Project Management

Stakeholder Engagement

HSE Monitoring

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Diploma in Electrical or Electronics & Communication Engineering

Tools

Protection & Control Systems

DCS & SCADA

Job description

Overview

This senior engineering role is responsible for supervising and managing electrical infrastructure projects, particularly in transmission and distribution systems. The Resident Engineer ensures quality execution, regulatory compliance, and coordination across disciplines, with a strong focus on safety, risk management, and technical excellence. The position demands extensive experience in high-voltage systems, commissioning, and stakeholder engagement, especially within TRANSCO and ADNOC project environments.

Your role

• Supervise the works in such a way that the work is performed in proper sequence and required quality as per Contract Document.
• Perform and approve all the site activities, carry out the day‑to‑day site inspection, attend all the pre‑commissioning & commissioning tests, alignments, etc. and issue site memos wherever required.
• PRE for interdisciplinary coordination at site.
• Monitor and report on the progress of work.
• Supervise, guide & cooperate with the inspectors to supervise the works in such a way that the work is performed in proper sequence and required quality as per Contract Document.
• Ensure that the documentation for the completion of work activities listed in the Quality Control Plan/Inspection Test Plan is complete and all supporting documents to substantiate the completed works are attached with the Quality Control Records and the data filled in the Quality Control Records are correct.
• Supervise/follow up the tests on site.
• Co‑operate with the Quantity Surveyor for review the Contractor monthly invoices.
• Co‑operate with the QA/QC Engineer to ensure that the work is carried out to the agreed QC level and recorded in the appropriate QC forms/documents.
• Ensure that practicable measures are taken through Contractor HSE team to protect and promote the Health, Safety and Environment.
• For any commissioning activities, direct contact to be maintained to TRANSCOPE&​C Department with information to TRANSCO Project Engineer and having proper liaison with PRE & RE.
• Must have complete knowledge of the work packages and responsibility assigned to him.
• Must be aware of the construction schedule and ensure timely completion of the work on schedule.
• Responsible for verifying the implementation of risk responses and identifying new risk at the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BE) or equivalent in Engineering from recognized University. Candidates with minimum Three (3) years of Diploma in Electrical or Electronics & Communication Engineering from recognized Institute with good and relevant experience in the similar projects will also be considered. His degree should be certified by Ministry of Higher Education before he gets the job.

Minimum Experience

• 12 Years of experience in the relevant field for Engineering Degree Holders and nine (9) years for the Diploma Holders, preferred with a consultant. Experience shall include successfully completing a previous project of similar type and similar scope of work.

Field Of Experience

• Transmission/Distribution Power Systems.
• High Voltage, Medium Voltage and Low Voltage Switchgears.
• Power Transformers.
• Protection & Control Systems.
• Auxiliary Power - 110V & 48 V DC system and LVAC.
• Instrumentation and Control (DCS & SCADA & Telecom).
• Installation of cables and cable ways.
• Stringing of OHL conductors/ OPGW.
• Testing and commissioning of Transformers, Switchgears, Protection & Control systems, Telecom systems, etc.
• Issue site memos.
• Familiarity with Transco specifications.
• Awareness of HSE monitoring, implementation and knowing of relevant hazards.
• Ability to monitor and supervise the contractor and subcontractors activities from all different aspects.
• Early identification of risks.

Rewards & benefits

• Tax‑free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world‑class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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