Resident Engineer - Electrical, Substation.

SNC-Lavalin Fayez Engineering; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a Resident Engineer for supervising and managing electrical infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in high-voltage systems and project execution, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. This position offers a tax-free salary and comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and flexible work solutions.

Benefits

Tax-free salary

Comprehensive life insurance

Premium medical insurance

Generous annual leave

Flexible work solutions

Remote work opportunities

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Relocation assistance

Transportation and housing allowances

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years experience in the relevant field for Engineering Degree Holders or 9 years for Diploma Holders.
• Must have a strong understanding of Transmission/Distribution Power Systems.
• Familiarity with Transco specifications and HSE monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage electrical infrastructure projects.
• Ensure quality execution and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Monitor and report on project progress.

Skills

Supervision of projects

Electrical infrastructure knowledge

High voltage systems expertise

Risk management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) or Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (BE)

Diploma in Electrical or Electronics & Communication Engineering

Job description

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.

About you

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

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• 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.

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