Tower Crane Electrical Engineer - Controls & Reliability

TALENTMATE; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Arada is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to ensure the reliability and safety of electrical systems on tower cranes. You will supervise installation, inspection, testing and preventive maintenance to keep cranes operating safely and efficiently.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a BSc in Electrical Engineering and certifications. You will collaborate with engineers, technicians and operations teams during erection and maintenance activities, and train junior

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of electrical maintenance/engineering experience with tower cranes or industrial electricity.
• BSc degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant certifications.
• Knowledge of PLC, VFD and control systems.

Responsibilities

• Supervise installation, inspection, testing and maintaining electrical systems and components of tower cranes.
• Provide technical support during commissioning or troubleshooting of electrical faults in motors, control panels, drives, sensors and safety circuits.
• Inspect and maintain PLC, VFD, controls and monitoring systems to ensure reliable crane operation.
• Calculate total power demand and cable sizing for tower cranes.
• Conduct preventive maintenance and periodic electrical inspections.
• Diagnose electrical faults and carry out corrective repairs while minimizing crane downtime.
• Verify operation of electrical protection, emergency stop and safety systems.
• Maintain electrical maintenance records, inspection reports and equipment documentation.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, site procedures and manufacturer requirements.
• Coordinate with tower crane engineers, technicians, supervisors and operations teams during erection and maintenance.
• Assess the tower crane electricians and provide training.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

Tower cranes

Troubleshooting

Education

BSc Electrical Engineering

Certifications

Tools

PLC

VFD

Control panels

Job description

Arada is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to ensure the reliability and safety of electrical systems on tower cranes. You will supervise installation, inspection, testing and preventive maintenance to keep cranes operating safely and efficiently.

The role requires 3–5 years of relevant experience, a BSc in Electrical Engineering and certifications. You will collaborate with engineers, technicians and operations teams during erection and maintenance activities, and train junior