Resident Engineer – Electrical Substation JR02126

TRACTEBEL; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

TRACTEBEL in the UAE seeks a Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation) to manage the electrical engineering portfolio of high‑voltage substations. You will oversee design and construction supervision across 400kV/220kV/132kV projects, ensuring technical performance, HSE compliance, and financial control while coordinating with client TRANSCO.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and has 10+ years of UAE substation experience, strong leadership, and proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation projects in the UAE.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of substation electrical engineering during design and construction supervision.

Skills

Substation engineering

Site supervision

Project management

QA/QC processes

HSE compliance

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job title- Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation)

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Your mission

As Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation) in our Transmission & Distribution department, you will manage the electrical engineering portfolio of high-voltage power substation projects (400kV / 220kV / 132kV). You will ensure technical, HSE, and financial performance during design and construction supervision, while overseeing complex site works and maintaining client and stakeholder coordination.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of substation electrical engineering during design and construction supervision.
• Supervise and manage technical works for 400kV / 220kV / 132kV substations on behalf of the Client (TRANSCO).
• Oversee site activities and ensure construction strictly follows approved designs.
• Monitor, report, and resolve non-conformance issues.
• Plan, organize, and supervise engineering and inspection activities.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards throughout project execution.
• Manage client and customer interfaces to ensure strong relationships and effective communication.
• Review, verify, and close out installed quantities.
• Provide progress reports and advise on technical solutions where required.

We would love to hear from people with

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation projects in the UAE.

Who you are

• Strong technical expertise in substation projects (400kV / 220kV / 132kV).
• Skilled in site supervision, project management, and construction monitoring.
• Knowledge of utility requirements, contract procedures, and QA/QC processes.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Strong coordination skills with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Proactive problem solver with an eye for detail.

Preference

• Prior experience with TRANSCO, ADDC, DEWA or other major UAE utilities will be highly preferred.