STRUCTURAL ENGINEER - ELECTRICAL SPECIAL FACILITY

Duncan & Ross; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Structural Engineer/Civil Coordinator to oversee civil engineering coordination for high-voltage substations. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in civil coordination, specifically with 220kV and higher substations. Responsibilities include coordinating engineering scopes, reviewing designs, and liaising with stakeholders. This full-time position requires on-site availability and proficiency in ETABS and SAFE.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of relevant experience in civil coordination for high-voltage substations.
• Proficiency in ETABS and SAFE is mandatory.
• Available to work on-site full-time in the Abu Dhabi office.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate civil engineering scope for substation infrastructure.
• Review and validate civil designs interfacing with electrical and structural teams.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and stakeholders during execution phases.
• Provide inputs for foundation design and civil detailing aligned with standards.
• Support project planning and preparation of civil deliverables.
• Maintain quality control standards for civil execution.

Skills

Coordination skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management skills

Knowledge of GCC substation civil standards

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil / Structural Engineering

Tools

ETABS

SAFE

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Structural Engineer/Civil Coordinator to oversee civil engineering coordination for 220kV and 33kV GIS substations (ESF area). The ideal professional will have 10‑15 years of experience working with consultants or contractors on recently completed 220kV or 400kV substations within TRANSCO/utility projects.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordinate civil engineering scope for substation infrastructure foundations, cable trenches, equipment pads, and structure integration.
• Review and validate civil designs (ETABS/SAFE) interfacing closely with substation layout electrical and structural teams to ensure constructability and compliance.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, and TRANSCO stakeholders through site execution and handover phases.
• Provide inputs for foundation design, soil investigation review, and civil detailing aligned with TRANSCO standards.
• Support project planning, progress tracking, and preparation of civil deliverables including RFQs, BOQs, and interim reports.
• Maintain high quality control standards and ensure all civil execution meets technical specifications and safety guidelines.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• 10‑15 years of relevant experience in civil coordination for high‑voltage substations (220kV or higher) preferably within TRANSCO projects.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Civil / Structural Engineering.
• Proficiency in ETABS and SAFE is mandatory.
• Available to work on‑site full‑time in the Abu Dhabi office.
• Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledgeable in GCC substation civil standards and regulatory compliance.