E&I Project Engineer

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Job Type: Full-Time (Site & Office as per requirement)
Reporting to: E&I Project Manager

About the Role:

We are seeking a highly skilled E&I Project Engineer with strong expertise in 220 kV high-voltage cable systems to join our team in the UAE. The ideal candidate will lead engineering and project execution activities, ensuring compliance with technical standards and delivering high-quality outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering activities related to 220 kV HV cable systems including design, analysis, routing, and installation.
• Review, prepare, and validate technical specifications, calculations, drawings, and reports.
• Coordinate with internal teams, contractors, vendors, and utilities for smooth project execution.
• Conduct technical evaluations, vendor assessments, and ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, and relevant utility standards.
• Supervise testing & commissioning activities for HV cables (including diagnostics, insulation testing, jointing, and termination oversight).
• Support project planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Ensure adherence to HSE standards, quality requirements, and project timelines.
• Provide technical leadership and mentor junior engineers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Experience Requirements:

• 8–10 years of experience in E&I engineering
• Minimum 3 to 5 Years UAE / GCC experience.
• Proven experience in 220 kV high-voltage cable systems (mandatory).
• Background in EPC /MEP / turnkey projects is highly desirable.

Desired Candidature:

• Strong knowledge of high-voltage cable engineering: insulation, thermal ratings, stress analysis, jointing, terminations, diagnostics, and protection coordination.
• Solid understanding of IEC, IEEE, national grid codes, and utility standards.
• Experience in technical evaluations, vendor management, and contract execution.
• Hands-on experience in high-voltage testing and commissioning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive mindset and ability to work independently and within teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED7,000.00 - AED12,000.00 per month