substation engineer

Vector Training Center

<p>A well reputed construction company based in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Senior Civil Engineer preferably with substation experience.</p><p>The candidate must have 8-10 years UAE/GCC experience in substation projects( GIB foundation, transformer bay, switch gear , control room). Previous work experience with DEWA/TRANSCO projects will be preferred.</p><p>Job requirement:</p><p>-Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University</p><p>- Certificate must be attested by UAE embassy</p><p>- Equivalence certificate is required</p><p>- ADM Registered license as a practicing engineer preferred</p><p>- Transco/TAQA approved competent person will be preferred</p><p>-UAE D/L will be an advantage</p><p>Email : gcc.hr2018@gmail.com</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Ability to commute/relocate:</p><ul><li>Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)</li></ul><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>Substation: 10 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>Equivalence/TRANSCO competent (Preferred)</li><li>TRANSCO COMPETENCY (Preferred)</li></ul>

Substation Engineer (Civil) - ( Substation/TRANSCO/TAQAcompetent)

Norconsulting Global Recruitment

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   Assistant Resident Engineer &ndash; Electrical (Substation) &ndash; Testing &amp; Commissioning Focus | UAE
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   United Arab Emirates | Various Project Sites
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   Skilled Professional (8+ years preferred)
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   Salary: 12,000 AED/month (all-inclusive)
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  We are seeking a highly capable
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   Assistant Resident Engineer &ndash; Electrical (Substation)
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  with a strong focus on
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   Testing, Pre-Commissioning, Commissioning, and Energisation
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  of HV substation systems to support delivery and handover of major electrical infrastructure projects across the UAE.
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  This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer with deep technical understanding of
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   HV equipment, protection systems, control &amp; relay panels, SCADA integration, and authority approval processes
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  , ensuring all commissioning activities meet
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   utility standards, contract requirements, and safety protocols.
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   Your Mission
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  As
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   Assistant Resident Engineer &ndash; Electrical (Substation)
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  , your mission will be to support the Resident Engineer in overseeing and coordinating all site execution and commissioning-related activities, ensuring smooth progression from installation through
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   testing, energisation, and successful handover.
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  You will act as a key technical point for commissioning readiness, witnessing tests, managing contractor coordination, ensuring compliance with authority requirements, and contributing to issue resolution through the final operational handover stage.
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   Key Responsibilities (Testing &amp; Commissioning Priority)
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   Testing, Pre-Commissioning &amp; Commissioning
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   Support and monitor all
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    pre-commissioning and commissioning activities
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   Witness
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    Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), Site Acceptance Tests (SAT), and functional tests
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   for key electrical systems.
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   Review and verify contractor
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    testing procedures, test packs, method statements, and commissioning plans
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   Ensure all
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    test results, calibration certificates, and inspection records
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   are accurate, complete, and aligned with contract requirements.
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   Witness and validate testing of:
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   HV switchgear, GIS/AIS systems
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   Power transformers and earthing systems
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   Protection relays and control systems
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   Control and relay panels
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   Battery chargers and DC supply systems
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   SCADA, RTU, and telecom integration
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   Energisation &amp; Authority Compliance
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   Assist in preparing
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    energisation readiness reviews
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   Support coordination with UAE utilities and authorities for:
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    testing approvals
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    energisation permissions
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    final clearance and handover certification
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   Ensure commissioning activities comply with standards and requirements of
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    TRANSCO, DEWA, ADDC, Etihad WE, SEWA
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   , or other utility frameworks depending on project location.
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   Site Supervision &amp; Contractor Coordination
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   Support the Resident Engineer in daily supervision of substation electrical works, ensuring installation is completed to commissioning-ready standards.
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   Conduct frequent site inspections to confirm compliance with drawings, layouts, and approved construction methodology.
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   Coordinate with contractors to ensure sequencing supports commissioning milestones and avoids rework or delays.
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   Attend site meetings and provide commissioning-focused progress updates and reporting.
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   Quality, Documentation &amp; Handover
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   Ensure all commissioning documentation and handover deliverables are complete, including:
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   Testing reports and certificates
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   Commissioning records and checklists
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   As-built drawings
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   O&amp;M manuals
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   Asset tagging and final technical documentation packs
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   Support final inspection activities, issue resolution, punch list closure, and handover to client/utility.
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   Requirements
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   Qualifications
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in
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    Electrical Engineering
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   Experience
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   Minimum
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    8 years of UAE-based experience
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   in electrical engineering works
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   Strong experience in
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    HV substation construction supervision
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   Proven involvement in
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    testing, commissioning, energisation, and handover
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   of HV systems
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   Skills &amp; Profile
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   Strong technical knowledge of
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    HV substation testing and commissioning processes
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   Confident in liaising with contractors, consultants, clients, and authority representatives
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   Strong reporting, coordination, and documentation control skills
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   Detail-oriented, proactive, and safety-driven approach
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   Able to work effectively across multicultural site teams
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Assistant Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation) – Testing & Commissioning Focus | UAE

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   Senior Resident Engineer (SRE) &ndash; Electrical Substation | Abu Dhabi, UAE
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  A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a
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   Senior Resident Engineer (SRE) &ndash; Electrical Substation
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  for a major
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   high-voltage substation programme
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  in Abu Dhabi. This
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   full-time, on-site
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  role involves leading the design and construction supervision of
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   400kV / 220kV / 132kV substations
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  , ensuring compliance with technical, safety, and commercial performance benchmarks.
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  The selected candidate will play a pivotal leadership role in
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   client interface, quality assurance, contractor performance, and project delivery
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  , acting as the main authority on-site for electrical substation execution throughout the project lifecycle.
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   Salary: 18,000 AED/month (all-inclusive)
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   Location: Abu Dhabi (Project Site)
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   Full-time | On-site
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   Key Responsibilities
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   Lead the electrical engineering scope for
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    high-voltage substation projects (400kV / 220kV / 132kV)
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   Provide senior supervision of site activities to ensure alignment with approved designs, specifications, and authority standards
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   Drive compliance with
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    HSE and QA/QC procedures
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   , ensuring strict adherence to project requirements
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   Manage contractors and supervision teams to ensure quality, schedule performance, and productivity targets
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   Review and approve technical submissions, shop drawings, and construction documentation
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   Address site issues, technical queries, NCRs, RFIs, and coordinate resolution with all stakeholders
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   Coordinate closely with client stakeholders and UAE utilities, ensuring all works meet authority requirements
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   Lead planning, organising, and execution of engineering supervision and construction inspection activities
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   Witness testing, commissioning, energisation, and handover procedures to ensure completion readiness
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   Verify installed quantities, support completion certification, and close out works during final project phases
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   Qualifications and Skills
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering
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   Minimum
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    12 years of relevant experience in the UAE
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   Proven track record supervising
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    HV substation construction and delivery
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   Strong experience working with utilities such as
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    TRANSCO, ADDC, DEWA, SEWA
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   , or equivalent authorities
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   Excellent technical understanding of substation engineering, installation supervision, and authority standards
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   Strong leadership capability and client-facing communication skills
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   Confident producing reports, technical reviews, and site documentation while managing contractor performance
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Senior Resident Engineer (SRE) – Electrical Substation

<p>A well established company based in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Project Engineer- Civil with a strong background in civil engineering, specifically in <b>switchgear, control room, and GIB foundation related to substation projects</b>. The ideal candidate will possess 8 to 10 years of UAE experience and demonstrate a proficiency in managing complex projects, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency.</p><p>Job requirement:</p><p>- Bachelor degree in Civil Engineering from a recognized University</p><p>- TRANSCO/DEWA competency is mandatory</p><p>- Equivalence certificate is mandatory</p><p>- ADM Registered license as a practicing Engineer</p><p>- Client competency certificate will be an advantage</p><p>- UAE D/L required</p><p>Email : gcc.hr2018@gmail.com</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Experience:</p><ul><li>GIB foundation, switchgear, control room, substation: 8 years (Preferred)</li></ul><p>License/Certification:</p><ul><li>TRANSCO Competency (Preferred)</li></ul>

Project Engineer -Civil - (TAQA/DEWA//SUBSTATION)

Newway Electromechanical Cont Co llc

<p>Minimum 3 to 6Years GCC experience with knowledge in MEP, Substation &amp; Fit out Works</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: AED3,000.00 - AED6,000.00 per month</p><p>Education:</p><ul><li>Bachelor's (Preferred)</li></ul>

Electrical Engineer

Siemens

<div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Job ID
</b></div><div>489933
</div></div><div><div><b>Posted since
</b></div><div>23-Dec-2025
</div></div><div><div><b>Organization
</b></div><div>Smart Infrastructure
</div></div><div><div><b>Field of work
</b></div><div>Engineering
</div></div><div><div><b>Company
</b></div><div>Siemens Industrial LLC
</div></div><div><div><b>Experience level
</b></div><div>Mid-level Professional
</div></div><div><div><b>Job type
</b></div><div>Full-time
</div></div><div><div><b>Work mode
</b></div><div>Office/Site only
</div></div><div><div><b>Employment type
</b></div><div>Permanent
</div></div><div><div><b>Location(s)
</b></div><div><ul><li>Abu Dhabi - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
 </li></ul></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>Job Title:</b> Commissioning Engineer (MV/LV Switchgear &amp; Protection)</p><p><b>
Location:</b> Abu Dhabi, UAE</p><p><b>
Senior Commissioning Engineer &ndash;Abu Dhabi, UAE</b></p><p>
We know that a business only thrives if our people are thriving. That&rsquo;s why we always put our people first. Our global and diverse team would be happy to support you and challenge you to grow in many ways. Who knows where our joint journey will take you?</p><p>
Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio; hence Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution and Digital Building Infrastructure technologies. Our Digital Portfolio will enable our customers to enjoy occupant&rsquo;s intuitive buildings which are comfortable, safe, secure and energy efficient.</p><p>
Smart infrastructure thoughtfully connects energy systems, buildings and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work. We work together with customers and partners to build an ecosystem that intuitively responds to the needs of people and helps customers to better use resources. It helps our customers to thrive, communities to progress and supports sustainable development.</p><p>
Join our Smart Infrastructure Customer Service Team as the Oil &amp; Gas Substation Commissioning Engineer and lead the execution of a major Electrical O&amp;G Project.</p><p><b>
You &lsquo;ll make a difference by</b></p><ul><li>
Installation, Testing &amp; Commissioning of electrical power system equipment such as Switchgears, Power &amp; Distribution Transformers, Protection Relays, Control &amp; Protection Panels etc. in power plants and substations (Utilities, O&amp;G and Industrial Market)</li><li>
Conducting testing &amp; commissioning of MV/LV switchgears, Power &amp; Distribution Transformers, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, and various protection relays.</li><li>
Fault Trouble shooting and Analysis for Switchgears, Power &amp; Distribution Transformers &amp; Protection Relays / Systems</li><li>
Preparing Method Statement, preparation of NCR / Incident / RCA reports etc.</li><li>
Supporting Engineering Manager, project manager for site planning and execution topics</li><li>
Training of Operating Personnel at site for commissioned Electrical Equipment</li><li>
Following HSE principles and guidelines is a must. Show responsibility at site by adhering to HSE of main contractor.</li></ul><p><b>
Your Qualifications And Skills</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor Engineering degree from local or international University or Technical Institute in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering disciplines</li><li>
You Bring with a proven experience working in the Oil and Gas Industry</li><li>
Min 5 years&rsquo; hands-on experience with Installation, testing &amp; commissioning of MV/LV switchgears, Power &amp; Distribution Transformers, Current Transformers, Voltage Transformers, and various protection relays.</li><li>
In depth knowledge of installation of Protection Relays including testing of Overcurrent, Earth fault, Differential, Distance, Under frequency and LIBBP / HIBBP relays in Utility and O&amp;G sectors with 100% success.</li><li>
Experience with different manufacturer relays will be a plus.</li></ul><p><b>
Other requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Open to travel within the middle east region</li><li>
Result driven team player.</li><li>
Good communication skills in English language (written and spoken) with the ability to work in a team environment.</li></ul><p><b>
We offer you</b></p><ul><li>
2 to 3 days of mobile working per week as a global standard.</li><li>
Diverse and inclusive culture.</li><li>
An environment where everyone can bring their whole self and feel a sense of belonging.</li><li>
the foundation to develop personally and expertly.</li><li>
Great variety of learning &amp; development opportunities</li></ul><p><b>
Create a better #TomorrowWithUs!</b></p><p>
If you are a motivated teammate, eager to learn new things and looking to grow your career in a strong and forward-thinking company, hit apply!. Siemens is dedicated to quality, equality, and valuing diversity, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities within which we work. Siemens is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate unlawfully on any grounds. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.</p><p>
At Siemens, we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrow &lsquo;s reality.</p><p>
Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.</p><p></p><div><br>
#UAEJobs</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Commissioning Engineer (MV/LV Switchgear & Protection)

ANONYMOUSLY

<p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform site surveys, setting out, and leveling works for substation foundations, equipment, trenches, and structures</li><li>Verify site coordinates, benchmarks, and levels as per approved drawings</li><li>Carry out as-built surveys and prepare survey reports</li><li>Coordinate with site engineers and construction teams to ensure accuracy of works</li><li>Operate and maintain surveying equipment (Total Station, GPS, Auto Level)</li><li>Check alignment, elevations, and dimensions during construction activities</li><li>Ensure surveying works comply with project specifications and quality standards</li><li>Maintain proper records and daily survey logs</li></ul><p>Requirements &amp; Qualifications</p><ul><li>Diploma or Degree in <b>Land Surveying / Civil Engineering</b> or related field</li><li>Minimum <b>3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; experience</b> as a Land Surveyor on <b>substation, power, or infrastructure projects</b></li><li>Strong experience in setting out for foundations and structural works</li><li>Proficient in using <b>Total Station, GPS, Auto Level</b></li><li>Ability to read and interpret construction drawings</li><li>Knowledge of QA/QC and survey control procedures</li><li>Good communication skills and ability to work with multidisciplinary teams</li></ul><p>Preferred (Added Advantage)</p><ul><li>Experience on <b>HV/MV substation projects</b></li><li>Familiarity with local authority and utility standards</li><li>Experience with survey software and as-built documentation</li></ul><p>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent</p><p>Pay: Up to AED4,000.00 per month</p>

Land Surveyor (Substation)

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