Senior Electrical Engineer (MEP Contracting)

Tanqeeb; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Tanqeeb in the UAE seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of hands-on MEP contracting experience to lead complex electrical projects across commercial, residential, high-rise, hospitality and industrial developments.

The role requires deep knowledge of DEWA regulations, DM and DEWA certification, and proven ability to manage design reviews, site execution, authority coordination and on-time delivery within budget.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of hands-on experience in MEP contracting in the UAE
• DM and DEWA certified
• Extensive knowledge of DEWA regulations, standards and approval procedures
• Experience leading electrical design reviews and site execution
• Ability to manage authority coordination, compliance, and project delivery on time and within budget

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design review and site execution for complex projects
• Coordinate with authorities for approvals and inspections
• Manage compliance and project delivery within budget and schedule
• Ensure DEWA DM/DEWA certification requirements are met
• Oversee testing, commissioning, and energization of electrical systems

Skills

DEWA regulations knowledge

LV & HV design

Load calculation

MDB/SMDB/DB design

Cable sizing & routing

Earthing & lightning protection

Lighting design & lux calculations

Generator & UPS integration

Protection & coordination studies

Short circuit analysis

Substation coordination

Testing & commissioning

Job description

Job description

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with 10+ years of hands‑on experience in MEP contracting within the UAE. The candidate must have extensive knowledge of DEWA regulations, authority approvals, and end‑to‑end electrical project execution across commercial, residential, high‑rise, hospitality, and industrial developments. Must be DM and DEWA certified.

The role involves leading electrical design review, site execution, authority coordination, compliance management, and project delivery within budget and schedule.

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:10 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Skills

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of DEWA regulations, standards, and approval procedures
• LV & HV power distribution system design and execution
• Load calculation and demand assessment
• MDB, SMDB, DB design & installation
• Cable sizing, voltage drop calculations & routing
• Earthing & lightning protection systems
• Lighting design & lux level calculations
• Generator & UPS system integration
• Electrical protection & coordination studies
• Short circuit and fault level analysis
• Substation coordination and energization procedures
• Testing & commissioning of electrical systems