Senior Electrical Project Engineer — Abu Dhabi

KBR Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR Inc. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Electrical) to drive planning, execution and delivery of projects. You will coordinate between the Abu Dhabi office and on-site teams, manage contractor interfaces, and ensure alignment with client standards and regulations.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 15+ years of experience, and excellent communication. Office-based with regular site coordination; fluency in English is essential, Arabic helps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related discipline.
• Minimum of 15+ years of experience.
• Experience working with clients, contractors and international stakeholders is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Tendering and service order preparation, including scope definition and technical evaluation.
• Coordinate office and site activities; support planning, scheduling and technical aspects.
• Review design drawings, specifications and documents for accuracy and standards.
• Assist Senior Project Manager with site activities, service orders and contractor coordination.
• Monitor progress to align with schedule and quality standards.
• Prepare and review technical submittals, method statements, RFIs and progress reports.
• Support resolution of design, construction and site issues.
• Ensure compliance with project specs, safety and environmental standards.
• Act as liaison between Abu Dhabi office and site teams for effective information flow.
• Support quality compliance, cost monitoring and control activities.
• Participate in client meetings providing technical input.
• Assist in handover documentation and project close-out reports.

Skills

Multi-disciplinary coordination

Strong communication

English fluency

Time management

Teamwork in complex environments

MS Office proficiency

AutoCAD

Primavera / MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

Primavera

MS Project

Job description

KBR Inc. in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Project Engineer (Electrical) to drive planning, execution and delivery of projects. You will coordinate between the Abu Dhabi office and on-site teams, manage contractor interfaces, and ensure alignment with client standards and regulations.

The role requires a strong engineering background, 15+ years of experience, and excellent communication. Office-based with regular site coordination; fluency in English is essential, Arabic helps.