Switchgear Production Engineer

Shuraa Management And Consultancy LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Shuraa Management And Consultancy LLC in Dubai is seeking a Production Engineer to oversee switchgear retrofit projects from planning to commissioning. The role emphasizes hands-on installation, panel modifications and safety compliance.

You will coordinate production activities, review drawings and specifications, manage schedules and ensure quality while documenting progress and seeking efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with switchgear retrofit projects.
• Strong background in production planning and quality control.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, SLDs and wiring diagrams.
• Familiarity with IEC standards and electrical safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and supervise daily production activities for switchgear retrofit projects.
• Execute retrofits including circuit breaker replacement, panel modification and component upgrades.
• Review electrical drawings, SLDs, wiring diagrams and technical specs.
• Ensure proper installation and integration of breakers, protection relays, CTs, VTs, busbars and related components.
• Monitor schedules, materials availability and deadlines; maintain production records and reports.
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure compliance with drawings, standards and safety procedures.
• Coordinate testing, commissioning and final inspection of retrofitted switchgear.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness.

Skills

Switchgear retrofit

Production planning

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Electrical drawing interpretation

Tools

Circuit breakers

Protection relays

Switchgear components

SCADA/SLD diagrams

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and detail-oriented Production Engineer Switchgear Retrofit to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in switchgear retrofitting, production planning, electrical panel modifications and quality control, ensuring all retrofit works meet technical specifications and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan coordinate and supervise daily production activities related to switchgear retrofit projects
• Execute retrofit works for LV MV switchgear panels including circuit breaker replacement, panel modification and component upgrades
• Review electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, SLDs, wiring diagrams and technical specifications
• Ensure proper installation and integration of circuit breakers, protection relays, CTs, VTs, busbars and associated components
• Monitor production schedules, material availability and project deadlines
• Conduct quality inspections and ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical standards and safety procedures
• Troubleshoot technical issues during assembly, modification and retrofit activitiesCoordinate testing, commissioning and final inspection of retrofitted switchgear
• Maintain production records, technical documentation and progress reports
• Identify opportunities to improve production efficiency, quality and cost-effectiveness

Requirements

• Relevant experience in switchgear production, electrical panel manufacturing, or LV/MV switchgear retrofit projects.
• Strong knowledge of switchgear components, circuit breakers, protection systems, and electrical control circuits.
• Experience in production planning, quality control, and troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of relevant IEC standards and electrical safety requirements.
• Good coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills.