Senior Project Engineer

Schneider Electric - UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Schneider Electric - UAE is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead MV/LV electrical projects from scope validation through handover. You will coordinate with Field Services, Engineering and Supply Chain, leveraging Salesforce and ERP tools for documentation, invoicing and milestones.

A PMP is mandatory and knowledge of Schneider tools is a strong advantage. You will manage budgets, cash collection triggers, risk assessments, and quality plans while ensuring regulatory compliance and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
• 8 years of project management experience for MV/LV equipment.
• Mandatory PMP certification; Schneider PM certification is a plus.
• Familiar with Salesforce, mySchneider, and ERP (SAP/Oracle).

Responsibilities

• Lead full life cycle of MV/LV electrical projects from scope to handover.
• Coordinate with Field Services, Engineering and Supply Chain for readiness.
• Utilize digital tools for project creation, documentation and invoicing.
• Review payment terms and maintain transparent milestones and progress.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

English proficiency

Financial tracking

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

PMP Certification

Schneider PM Certification (if internal)

Tools

Salesforce

mySchneider

ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Key Responsibilities :

Project Execution & Governance:

Lead the full life cycle of MV/LV electrical projects: scope validation, procurement, site works, commissioning, and handover.

Use digital platforms for project creation, documentation, contract validation, and invoicing (e.g., mySchneider, Salesforce, ERP).

Conduct project kick-off meetings (internal and external), aligning stakeholders on scope, risks, and delivery plans.

Financial & Commercial Management:

Track and manage project financials (budget, revenue forecasts, gross margin).

Ensure timely invoicing and proactive cash collection using digitally structured contracts and automated billing triggers.

Prepare and present margin analysis and evolution during project review meetings.

Planning & Coordination:

Leverage the digital tools to coordinate with Field Services, Engineering, and Supply Chain to ensure material readiness and execution sequencing.

Plan manpower and tools in collaboration with FSR managers, ensuring alignment with HSE and quality plans.

Ensure internal orders, subcontracts, and logistics align with contractual requirements.

Digital Workflow Integration:

Validate and monitor project and contract creation via Salesforce and digital sales portals, ensuring structured handover from Tendering.

Collaborate with tendering and sales teams to review digital contract inputs and confirm execution feasibility.

Update key milestones, payment terms, and progress in real-time via Schneider digital tools to maintain transparency and performance visibility.

Risk, HSE, and Quality Control:

Develop and manage project-specific HSE plans (PPE compliance, risk assessments, training, etc.).

Identify risks early and implement mitigations; expand when necessary to avoid schedule or financial impact.

Ensure compliance with Schneider Electric quality standards and regulatory requirements.

Customer Engagement & Feedback:

Act as the primary customer interface during project execution.

Communicate proactively on progress, changes, and risks.

Capture and record customer feedback via satisfaction surveys at project close-out.

Close-out & Continuous Improvement:

Organize and lead internal 'end-of-project' debriefs to document lessons learned and improvement actions.

Contribute to knowledge sharing, delivery tool improvements, and feedback into the offer development process.

Desired Candidate Profile

Required Profile

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering

Experience: 8 years in project management of MV/LV equipment and packages, with a preference for retrofit and services work

Certification: PMP® (mandatory); Schneider PM certification (if internal) is a plus

Technical & Business Skills

Deep knowledge of MV/LV equipment, retrofit practices, protection schemes, and lifecycle solutions

Familiar with Schneider Electric’s legacy and current ranges (Masterpact, Easypact, Sepam, VAMP, etc.)

Understanding of sales-to-execution processes via digital tools such as Salesforce, mySchneider, and ERP (SAP/Oracle)

Commercial fluency: able to interpret payment terms, contractual clauses, and margin impacts

Experience in customer change request management and negotiation

Behavioral Competencies

High ownership mindset, self-driven, and results-oriented

Excellent stakeholder coordination and conflict resolution skills

Strong communicator in English (Arabic is a plus)

Structured in documentation, reporting, and financial tracking

Quality-conscious with a service delivery attitude

Able to operate under pressure and navigate complexity

Other Requirements

Willingness to travel across the Gulf region for site visits and customer engagements

Familiarity with Oil & Gas sector standards and public utility specifications is an advantage

Knowledge in adjacent domains (SCAD