Specification Engineer

Eaton Corporation; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid worktime model

Mentoring program

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Eaton is seeking an experienced Specification Engineer in Dubai to provide technical and specification support for LV power distribution systems across UAE projects. You will prepare specifications for LV switchgear and busway, perform electrical studies, and review submittals and consultant comments to ensure design compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5+ years UAE experience with LV systems, strong communication skills, and the ability to travel within

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years UAE experience in LV electrical systems.
• Experience with LV switchgear, busway, and project engineering.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical and design support to consultants for LV power distribution systems.
• Prepare and update specifications for LV switchgear and busway systems per IEC standards.
• Perform electrical system studies and provide engineering design support.
• Review submittals, compliance statements, and consultant responses.
• Engage with consultants for technical approvals, prequalification, AVL inclusion.
• Conduct consultant meetings and technical training.
• Coordinate project opportunities in CRM with sales and project teams.

Skills

LV switchgear

Busway systems

IEC standards

Electrical studies

Technical specifications

Single-line diagrams

Presentation

Communication

UAE experience

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Dubai serves as a strategic hub for Eaton's Middle East operations, bringing together commercial, engineering, manufacturing, and support teams within a globally connected business environment. Building on more than 40 years in the region, Eaton recently announced the development of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, reinforcing our long-term investment in growth, collaboration, and capability building.

About Eaton

Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.

Eaton is seeking an experienced Specification Engineer to provide technical and specification support to electrical/MEP design and supervision consultants across the UAE. The role covers LV switchgear and busway systems, supporting projects from early design and specification through technical approvals and execution.

What you'll do:

• Provide technical and design support to consultants for LV power distribution systems.
• Prepare and update specifications for LV switchgear and busway systems in line with applicable IEC standards.
• Perform electrical system studies and provide engineering design support for LV switchgear and busway systems.
• Review technical submittals, compliance statements, and responses to consultant comments.
• Engage with consultants for project technical approvals, prequalification, and AVL inclusion.
• Conduct consultant meetings and technical training.
• Create and follow up project opportunities and activities in Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, coordinating with sales and project teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant UAE experience in LV electrical systems, preferably in consultancy, LV switchgear, application/specification, or project engineering.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of LV switchgear, busway systems, and applicable IEC standards.
• Experience in electrical system studies, technical specifications, submittals, compliance reviews, and single-line diagrams.
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with MEP/electrical consultants in the UAE is an advantage.
• Willingness to travel within the UAE.

What we offer you:

• Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
• Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
• Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
• Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
• Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
• Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
• Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
• Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
• Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model

Living and Working in Dubai

Dubai is an internationally connected city that offers strong professional opportunities within a truly global environment. Living and working in Dubai means being part of a diverse, forward-looking business community, supported by modern infrastructure, excellent connectivity, and a well-established expatriate ecosystem.

At Eaton, employees based in Dubai are part of a stable, well-governed organization that brings together global teams, clear ways of working, and the flexibility needed to support both performance and long-term career development.