Technical Coordinator - Electrical (UAE Nationals)

Snc-Lavalin; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Company gratuity scheme

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Technical Coordinator - Electrical (UAE Nationals) to support planning, coordination and execution of electrical engineering activities for power projects. You will interface with engineering, PM, procurement, construction and client teams to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

The role requires 5–10 years in electrical coordination, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards, and proficiency with AutoCAD/ETAP/EPLAN. On-site work with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–10 years in electrical engineering or project coordination within power/utility/EPC.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, NFPA and local regulations.
• Experience with AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN or equivalent.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate electrical engineering activities across power projects from design to commissioning.
• Review drawings, SLDs, load calculations and technical specs.
• Liaise with consultants, contractors, vendors and internal teams.
• Track schedules and resolve technical issues impacting execution.
• Coordinate procurement for transformers, switchgear, cables and protection systems.
• Monitor installation, testing, and commissioning per specs and standards.
• Facilitate design reviews and project coordination meetings.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes and company standards.
• Review submittals, method statements, and vendor docs.
• Support reports, risk assessments, and project updates.

Skills

Coordination skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical problem-solving

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

EPLAN

Job description

Technical Coordinator - Electrical (UAE Nationals) page is loaded## Technical Coordinator - Electrical (UAE Nationals)locations: AE.Abu Dhabi.Site Officetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R-164320### **Job Description**## OverviewThe Technical Coordinator - Electrical will support the planning, coordination, and execution of electrical engineering activities for power generation, transmission, distribution, and industrial power projects. The role acts as a key interface between engineering, project management, procurement, construction, and client teams to ensure timely project delivery and compliance with technical standards. The position requires strong technical expertise, coordination skills, and a focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence.## Your role* Coordinate electrical engineering activities across power projects from design through commissioning.* Review and monitor electrical drawings, single-line diagrams (SLDs), load calculations, and technical specifications.* Liaise with engineering consultants, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.* Track project schedules and support timely resolution of technical issues affecting project execution.* Coordinate procurement activities for electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgears, cables, protection systems, and related components.* Monitor installation, testing, and commissioning activities to ensure compliance with project specifications and industry standards.* Facilitate technical discussions, design reviews, and project coordination meetings.* Ensure compliance with applicable electrical codes, safety regulations, and company standards.* Review technical submittals, method statements, inspection reports, and vendor documentation.* Support project teams in preparing progress reports, risk assessments, and project updates.* Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure quality requirements are achieved during project execution.* Assist in troubleshooting and resolving electrical system issues during construction and operational phases.* Maintain project documentation and ensure accurate record keeping throughout the project lifecycle.## About you* Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.* 5-10 years of experience in electrical engineering or project coordination within the power, energy, utility, or EPC sector.* Strong knowledge of power systems, substations, switchgear, transformers, and electrical distribution networks.* Experience in power generation, transmission, distribution, renewable energy, or industrial power projects.* Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and local regulatory requirements.* Proficiency in electrical design and engineering software such as AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN, or equivalent tools.* Strong understanding of testing, commissioning, and maintenance practices for electrical systems.* Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.* Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.* Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools.* Willingness to travel to project sites as required.## Rewards & benefitsExplore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career.This includes:* Tax-free salary.* Life insurance coverage.* Medical insurance.* Annual leave balance.* Company gratuity scheme.* Discretionary bonus program.* Annual flight contribution.* Transportation & housing allowances.* Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.## About AtkinsRéalisWe're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.### **Worker Type**Employee### **Job Type**Regular*At* *AtkinsRéalis**, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.*