Senior Electrical Substation Engineer - 400kV GIS/AIS Lead

Elsewedy Electric; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Elsewedy Electric in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead 400kV substation projects, review design drawings and specifications, and coordinate primary electrical systems for GIS/AIS substations. You will work with client, consultant, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure compliant, timely deliverables.

The role requires 8–12 years of relevant HV/EHV experience, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards, and excellent technical communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8–12 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
• Strong experience in 400kV/220kV HV/EHV substation projects.
• Experience in GIS/AIS substations and EPC projects.
• Knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards and utility specifications.
• Strong technical communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple stakeholders and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical engineering activities for 400kV substations.
• Review and prepare electrical design drawings, calculations, and specifications.
• Coordinate primary electrical systems for 400kV GIS/AIS substations.
• Review SLDs, protection and control schematics, and layouts.
• Review equipment specs, datasheets, and material take-offs.
• Prepare load, cable, and equipment schedules; review vendor documents.
• Coordinate with Civil, Mechanical, SCADA, telecom and other disciplines.
• Engage with client, consultant, subcontractors, and suppliers on technical matters.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards and project specifications.
• Provide technical support to construction, resolve RFIs and site issues.
• Conduct site inspections and assist testing/commissioning.
• Mentor junior engineers and monitor progress of deliverables.
• Ensure QA/QC, HSE and project engineering procedures are followed.

Skills

Technical coordination

Project scheduling

Team mentoring

Technical communication

Vendor liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Protection & Control knowledge

SCADA concepts

Job description

Elsewedy Electric in Abu Dhabi seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead 400kV substation projects, review design drawings and specifications, and coordinate primary electrical systems for GIS/AIS substations. You will work with client, consultant, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure compliant, timely deliverables.

The role requires 8–12 years of relevant HV/EHV experience, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards, and excellent technical communication.