Senior Electrical Engineer

ADC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer in Dubai to lead the design and implementation of electrical systems for power generation and distribution. The ideal candidate has extensive experience with power system design, coupled with expertise in industry standards and engineering software. This role also involves mentoring junior engineers and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in power systems design and analysis, preferably in large-scale energy projects.
• Expertise in IEEE, NEC, and IEC standards for power systems.
• Strong background in load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash studies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical systems for energy infrastructure.
• Perform load flow studies and short-circuit calculations.
• Act as the technical authority for electrical safety and mentor junior engineers.

Skills

Power systems design

Electrical safety

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

ETAP

SKM

Job description

Overview

SpecialismProject Management / Operations / Strategy

The Senior Electrical Engineer leads the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical systems for power generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure. The professional develops technical specifications for switchgear, transformers, and protection systems while ensuring compliance with industry standards (IEEE, NEC, IEC). The role involves performing load flow studies, short-circuit calculations, and arc flash hazard assessments to optimize electrical networks in conventional and renewable energy plants. Whether designing microgrid controls for offshore wind farms or troubleshooting relay coordination in substations, the engineer’s expertise ensures reliable, efficient power delivery across complex energy assets. The Senior Electrical Engineer serves as the technical authority for electrical safety, mentoring junior engineers and reviewing contractor deliverables. The position requires advanced proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or similar engineering software to model system performance and mitigate operational risks. The professional collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate renewable energy sources, implement SCADA systems, and develop maintenance strategies for aging infrastructure. The engineer’s ability to balance technical precision with project constraints directly impacts grid stability and asset longevity in evolving energy markets.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Electrical Engineer leads the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical systems for power generation, transmission, and distribution infrastructure, developing technical specifications for switchgear, transformers, and protection systems while ensuring compliance with IEEE, NEC, and IEC standards.
• Perform load flow studies, short-circuit calculations, and arc flash hazard assessments to optimize electrical networks in conventional and renewable energy plants.
• Lead microgrid control design for offshore wind farms or troubleshoot relay coordination in substations to ensure reliable, efficient power delivery across complex energy assets.
• Act as the technical authority for electrical safety, mentor junior engineers, and review contractor deliverables.
• Utilize ETAP, SKM, or similar software to model system performance and mitigate operational risks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate renewable energy sources, implement SCADA systems, and develop maintenance strategies for aging infrastructure.
• Balance technical precision with project constraints to positively impact grid stability and asset longevity in evolving energy markets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
• 7+ years of experience in power systems design and analysis, preferably in large-scale energy projects
• Expertise in IEEE, NEC, and IEC standards for power systems
• Proficiency in ETAP, SKM, or similar electrical engineering software
• Strong background in load flow, short-circuit, and arc flash studies
• Experience with protection coordination, microgrid design, and SCADA integration
• Proven leadership skills with ability to mentor engineering teams
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills