Substation Project Lead – Electrical Engineer

PeopleStrong; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Electrical Engineer sought to lead the technical execution of electrical substation projects. You will develop single-line diagrams, specify high-voltage equipment, ensure protective relay coordination, and oversee projects from concept to testing and commissioning.

Key responsibilities include site installation & execution, drawing & layout compliance, and coordinating pre-commissioning tests for 11kV–400kV schemes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Electrical Engineering.
• 8–12 years of direct site execution experience in HV/MV substation construction.
• Experience with 11kV–132kV/400kV projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation of substation equipment including transformers and switchgear.
• Interpret SLDs, schematics, cable trenches and grounding designs.
• Coordinate pre-commissioning tests and witness HV tests.

Skills

Single-line diagrams

Relay coordination

Substation construction

Site execution

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Job description

Electrical Engineer sought to lead the technical execution of electrical substation projects. You will develop single-line diagrams, specify high-voltage equipment, ensure protective relay coordination, and oversee projects from concept to testing and commissioning.

Key responsibilities include site installation & execution, drawing & layout compliance, and coordinating pre-commissioning tests for 11kV–400kV schemes.