substation engineer

Al Tawasoa Employment Services

Job Description:We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Substation Engineer with a strong background in solar energy projects and a proven track record of working in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of solar PV systems, electrical design, installation, testing, and commissioning, particularly within utility-scale and commercial-scale solar projects.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead and manage the design, engineering, and execution of solar PV electrical systems, including grid-tied systems.</li><li>Prepare and review electrical design documents, single line diagrams, load calculations, and BOQs in accordance with SEC (Saudi Electricity Company) and international standards.</li><li>Supervise installation, testing, and commissioning of solar systems on-site.</li><li>Ensure compliance with local regulations, safety standards, and project specifications.</li><li>Liaise with clients, contractors, utility providers, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Conduct technical assessments and feasibility studies for new solar projects.</li><li>Support project management in planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.</li><li>Prepare progress reports, technical documentation, and as-built drawings.</li><li>Coordinate with procurement for electrical materials and ensure quality control.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Electrical Engineering (Master&rsquo;s is a plus).</li><li>Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering, with at least 3 years in solar energy projects in Saudi Arabia.</li><li>Strong knowledge of SEC regulations, IEC, NEC, and other relevant standards.</li><li>Experience in using electrical design software such as ETAP, AutoCAD, PVsyst, and similar.</li><li>Strong understanding of grid integration and power system protection in solar projects.</li><li>Valid Saudi Council of Engineers (SCE) membership or registration is an advantage.</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Willingness to travel to project sites across the Kingdom as needed.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>PMP or equivalent project management certification.</li><li>Knowledge of energy storage systems (ESS) and hybrid systems.</li><li>Experience working with international EPC contractors.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentExperience:<ul><li>Renewable Energy / Solar Power: 5 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Substation Engineer

Contract Resources Group

Position Title: HV Substation Engineer (400/230/66 kV) Organization: Ten X Group Work Arrangement: Full-time or project-based annual contract, subject to assignment Location: Syria - As assigned, including fragile and complex operating environments Reports To: Program Technical Lead / Substation Engineering Manager / Authorized Project ExecutivePosition SummaryThe HV Substation Engineer (400/230/66 kV) is responsible for the technical planning, engineering, rehabilitation, upgrade, and implementation support of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage substations. The role covers substation configuration, transformer integration, switchgear systems, bus arrangements, auxiliaries, DC systems, earthing, control and protection interfaces, testing, commissioning, and handover readiness.This position requires a senior substation engineer with direct experience in brownfield and greenfield HV/EHV substations and the ability to convert technical requirements into buildable, procurement-ready, utility-grade delivery packages. The successful candidate must be capable of operating at owner&rsquo;s engineer, lender-review, EPC interface, and implementation support level.Key Duties and Responsibilities&middot; Lead technical assessment and engineering review of existing HV and EHV substations, including condition, operability, rehabilitation needs, and upgrade priorities.&middot; Develop technical recommendations on substation rehabilitation, reconfiguration, extension, or partial replacement strategies.&middot; Define and review substation layouts, busbar schemes, bay arrangements, equipment interfaces, maintainability requirements, and future expansion considerations.&middot; Prepare or review technical requirements for power transformers, autotransformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, disconnectors, instrument transformers, surge arresters, neutral grounding systems, and associated plant.&middot; Evaluate and recommend appropriate substation technologies, including AIS, GIS, hybrid configurations, and modular solutions, as applicable to space, security, reliability, and lifecycle considerations.&middot; Define engineering requirements for station service systems, AC/DC auxiliaries, batteries and chargers, LV distribution, lighting, HVAC, fire detection and suppression, oil containment, drainage, and access control.&middot; Review or prepare earthing and lightning protection concepts, cable routing philosophy, trenching requirements, and control building interfaces.&middot; Coordinate closely with protection and control, SCADA, telecom, civil, structural, and mechanical teams to ensure full integration and operability.&middot; Support preparation of owner&rsquo;s requirements, technical specifications, bills of quantity, technical schedules, inspection and test plans, FAT/SAT criteria, and commissioning procedures.&middot; Support procurement strategy, technical bid evaluation, vendor drawing review, contractor design review, site queries, and implementation oversight.&middot; Participate in factory inspections, site acceptance processes, energization planning, snag resolution, and operational handover support.&middot; Contribute to technical risk assessments, cost inputs, phasing logic, outage planning, construction sequencing, and system restoration priorities.&middot; Ensure all engineering outputs comply with applicable international standards, utility practice, and project-specific technical and compliance requirements.Minimum Required Education&middot; Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or closely related discipline from an accredited institution.Preferred Education&middot; Master&rsquo;s degree in Electrical Power Systems, High Voltage Engineering, Utility Engineering, or related field.&middot; Specialized postgraduate training in substation engineering, high-voltage systems, or utility asset management is advantageous.Minimum Required Experience&middot; Minimum 8 years of directly relevant experience in HV/EHV substation engineering, rehabilitation, detailed design, implementation support, or commissioning.&middot; Minimum 5 years of experience involving 220 kV, 230 kV, 400 kV, 66 kV, or equivalent utility-scale substation systems.&middot; Demonstrated experience in brownfield substation rehabilitation and/or extension works.&middot; Demonstrated experience supporting EPC, design-build, utility, or owner&rsquo;s engineer delivery environments.Required Technical ExperienceCandidates should demonstrate substantial experience in most of the following:&middot; High-voltage and extra-high-voltage substation engineering&middot; 400/230/66 kV transformer and bay integration&middot; AIS, GIS, and hybrid switchyard configurations&middot; Circuit breakers, disconnectors, CTs, VTs/CVTs, and surge arresters&middot; Busbar arrangements and substation reliability philosophy&middot; AC and DC auxiliary systems&middot; Battery and charger systems&middot; Earthing and lightning protection systems&middot; Cable systems, terminations, and control interfaces&middot; Fire protection, oil containment, drainage, and safety systems&middot; Brownfield substation rehabilitation and outage-constrained works&middot; Factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, and commissioning supportPreferred Sector ExperienceStrong preference will be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:&middot; National grid rehabilitation or emergency restoration programs&middot; Post-conflict, fragile, or security-constrained environments&middot; Utility modernization or substation uprating programs&middot; Cross-border interconnection substations&middot; Multilateral, donor-funded, or lender-reviewed infrastructure projects&middot; Projects requiring coordination between legacy infrastructure and new plant installations&middot; Operational substations with staged outage and sequencing constraintsRequired Certifications / LicensesAt least one of the following is strongly preferred, and candidates with multiple credentials will be prioritized:&middot; Professional Engineer / Chartered Engineer / equivalent engineering licensure in a relevant jurisdiction&middot; Valid driver&rsquo;s license and ability to travel to project sites as required&middot; Construction or industrial safety training relevant to field engineering assignmentsPreferred Certifications&middot; Chartered Engineer (CEng), PE, EUR ING, or equivalent&middot; High-voltage engineering or substation design certification/training&middot; Transformer specialist training&middot; GIS/AIS OEM training or equivalent equipment-specific training&middot; OSHA, IOSH, NEBOSH, or equivalent construction safety certification&middot; PMP or equivalent project management certification&middot; FIDIC contract awareness training is advantageousCore Competencies&middot; HV/EHV substation technical expertise&middot; Brownfield engineering judgment&middot; Equipment integration and interface control&middot; Testing and commissioning discipline&middot; Procurement-grade specification development&middot; Technical QA/QC&middot; Multidisciplinary coordination&middot; Operational practicality and maintainability focus&middot; Technical problem-solving under implementation constraints&middot; Clear reporting and engineering documentationFunctional Skills&middot; Ability to assess substation assets and define realistic rehabilitation interventions&middot; Ability to compare and recommend AIS, GIS, or hybrid options based on technical and commercial realities&middot; Ability to define transformer and primary plant requirements with precision&middot; Ability to coordinate civil, structural, MEP, telecom, SCADA, and P&amp;C interfaces&middot; Ability to review vendor and contractor submittals and identify technical risk early&middot; Ability to support staged construction in live substations and constrained outage environments&middot; Ability to convert engineering scope into procurement-ready package structureLanguage Requirements&middot; Professional fluency in English, written and spoken, is required.&middot; Arabic is highly desirable.&middot; Additional regional language capability is advantageous but not required.Deliverables Typically Expected&middot; Substation condition assessment reports&middot; Rehabilitation and upgrade recommendations&middot; Transformer and primary equipment technical specifications&middot; Bus configuration and substation arrangement recommendations&middot; Auxiliary systems design criteria and schedules&middot; Earthing and lightning protection criteria&middot; FAT/SAT and commissioning requirements&middot; Technical bid evaluation inputs&middot; Vendor drawing review comments&middot; Site engineering reports and handover readiness inputsJob Types: Full-time, Contract Contract length: 12 monthsAbility to commute/relocate:<ul><li>Dubai: Reliably commute or willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (Required)</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Master's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>HV/EHV substation engineering: 8 years (Required)</li><li>commissioning: 8 years (Required)</li><li>detailed design &amp; rehabilitation: 8 years (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Dubai (Preferred)</li></ul>Willingness to travel:<ul><li>75% (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

HV Substation Engineer (400/230/66 kV)

Nesma Infrastructure & Technology

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 Civil Technical Support Engineer &ndash; HV &amp; EHV Substation and OHTL Projects
 
 
 
 
 Organization:
 
 Nesma Infrastructure and Technology (NIT)
 
 
 
 Department:
 
 Engineering / Operation
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 Saudi Arabia
 
 
 
 Grade:
 
 C1
 
 
 
 Reports To:
 
 Civil Technical Support Engineer
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 The Civil Technical Support Engineer provides technical expertise and support for HV and EHV substation and OHTL projects. The role ensures that design intent is maintained, compliance with standards is achieved, and civil works are fully integrated with electrical and mechanical systems. It requires close coordination with clients, project teams, and site personnel, along with proactive management of design activities and on-site supervision to ensure timely and high-quality delivery.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Prepare and manage the design submission schedule and coordinate with designers to ensure timely deliverables
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 Follow up with site teams to align design priorities with ongoing construction activities
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 Review civil and architectural submittals for compliance with PTS, codes, constructability, and cost implications
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 Ensure all required submittals are submitted through coordination with project teams
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 Obtain necessary inputs from electrical, mechanical, and project teams to avoid design delays
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 Apply value engineering principles to optimize design efficiency and cost
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 Coordinate with the Estimation team to ensure alignment between drawings and BOQ
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 Ensure integration between civil, electrical, and mechanical designs
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 Verify compliance with applicable codes, regulations, and industry standards
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 Provide technical support to construction teams during execution
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 Maintain proper documentation of design submissions, revisions, and approvals
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 Review SEC comments and ensure all required actions are addressed
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 Coordinate with consultants (SEC) to clarify comments and expedite approvals
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 Track design changes and ensure updates are reflected in drawings and communicated to site teams
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 Develop and maintain a Design Issue Log to track challenges and solutions
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 Monitor design progress and identify potential risks
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 Resolve design-related issues with contractors, consultants, and stakeholders
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 Support preparation of RFIs and technical clarifications
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 Assist in maintaining project schedules for timely design delivery
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 Conduct site visits to verify implementation and resolve issues
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 Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and inspections
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 Mentor junior engineers and support knowledge sharing within the team
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 Required Skills and Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Functional Skills &amp; Knowledge
 
 
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 Strong knowledge of civil and structural design for substations and OHTL projects
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 Proficiency in design software: AutoCAD, STAAD, ETABS, Civil 3D, Revit, Google Earth
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 Good understanding of Saudi codes, standards, and regulations
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 Strong technical writing and communication skills in English
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 Managerial Skills
 
 
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 Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage design schedules
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 Capability to lead and coordinate small engineering teams
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 Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
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 Effective resource and task management
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 Interpersonal Skills
 
 
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 Strong communication and coordination abilities
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 Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders
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 Capability to handle pressure and manage multiple priorities
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 Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset
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 High attention to detail and commitment to quality
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 Proactive and solution-oriented approach
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 Personal Attributes
 
 
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 Strong ownership and accountability
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 Results-driven mindset
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 High integrity and professionalism
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 Adaptability and resilience
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 Continuous improvement attitude
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 Strong attention to detail and quality
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 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Civil Engineering
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 Minimum 8 years of experience in civil and structural design for HV and EHV substations
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 Experience in multidisciplinary coordination and site support is preferred
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Civil Technical Support Engineer

Nexus Analytica

About the role Nexus Analytica is seeking a Design Engineer – Substations to support the engineering and delivery of HV/MV substations for giga-scale utility projects. This role is responsible for developing and reviewing substation designs that ensure safe, reliable, and standards-compliant integration of large-scale renewable generation into transmission and distribution networks.The ideal candidate brings strong experience in substation primary design, solid understanding of secondary interfaces, and the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams in fast-paced EPC or developer environments.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Prepare and review engineering deliverables for HV/MV substations associated with large-scale solar PV plants, including single line diagrams, general arrangement layouts, sections, elevations, grounding drawings, and lightning protection layouts.</li><li>Perform and check key electrical design calculations, including grounding/earthing studies, lightning protection, cable sizing, voltage drop, short-circuit calculations, auxiliary load calculations, and equipment sizing.</li><li>Prepare and review technical specifications, equipment datasheets, BOQs, and material requisitions for substation systems.</li><li>Support the design and selection of major substation equipment such as power transformers, GIS/AIS switchgear, circuit breakers, disconnectors, CTs, VTs, surge arresters, harmonic filters, shunt reactors/capacitor banks, and reactive power compensation equipment.</li><li>Review vendor drawings, calculations, and technical submittals to ensure compliance with project requirements, grid code obligations, utility standards, and applicable international standards.</li><li>Coordinate closely with solar plant design, grid interconnection, civil, structural, mechanical, protection, control, SCADA, and construction teams to ensure smooth interface management and integrated design delivery.</li><li>Ensure designs comply with IEC, IEEE, ANSI, utility requirements, local regulations, and client specifications.</li><li>Support project execution through design reviews, technical meetings, procurement support, site queries, construction clarifications, factory acceptance support, and commissioning assistance.</li><li>Review or support secondary engineering deliverables such as control schematics, cable schedules, interconnection diagrams, panel layouts, and interface drawings to ensure full alignment between primary and secondary systems.</li><li>Contribute to the standardization of substation design approaches across multiple giga-scale PV projects to improve quality, constructability, repeatability, and delivery efficiency.</li></ul>Required Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.</li><li>4–8 years of experience in substation design engineering.</li><li>Proven experience in HV/MV substation projects within utility, renewable energy, EPC, industrial, or consulting environments.</li><li>Strong understanding of substation primary systems, equipment selection, and engineering interfaces.</li><li>Experience supporting substations for utility-scale solar PV, renewable interconnection, or power infrastructure projects is strongly preferred.</li><li>Familiarity with grid interconnection requirements and utility coordination for large renewable projects is an advantage.</li><li>Good working knowledge of relevant standards including IEC, IEEE, ANSI, and utility-specific requirements.</li><li>Strong coordination, communication, and technical review skills.</li></ul>Preferred Profile<ul><li>Experience working on multiple substations across large renewable portfolios.</li><li>Exposure to reactive power compensation, collector substations, and transmission interconnection design.</li><li>Ability to work in multidisciplinary teams and manage parallel deliverables across fast-track projects.</li><li>Detail-oriented, practical, and focused on delivering high-quality designs that are both technically robust and constructible.</li></ul>

Substations - Design Engineer

Corporate HR

<ul><li>Supervises the day-to-day construction, technical supervision, and site operations of high-voltage (132kV/400kV) substation projects.</li><li>Ensuring QA/QC standards (ITPs, Method Statements) are met during construction.</li><li>Interfacing with electrical teams, contractors, and consultants to align with project schedules.</li><li>Preparing daily/weekly site progress reports</li></ul>Education: Bachelors in Civil EngineeringExperience: Minimum 8 Years experience in HV Substation ProjectsCertificate: Approval from TAQA/DEWA as Civil EngineerJob Type: Full-timePay: Up to AED11,000.00 per monthExperience:<ul><li>TAQA/DEWA &gt;132kV Substation Projects: 5 years (Required)</li></ul>License/Certification:<ul><li>TAQA/DEWA Civil Engineer competent certificate (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Civil Engineer - TAQA/DEWA Approved

Infomap Solutions Private Limited

<ul><li>Role: Senior Engineer - Civil</li><li>Type: Permanent, Full-time</li><li>Industry: Power / Substation EPC</li><li>Location: Dubai, UAE</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Execute and supervise all civil works for substation projects (132kV / 220kV / GIS / AIS)</li><li>Manage site activities including foundations, control room buildings, cable trenches, equipment foundations, and structural works</li><li>Ensure all construction activities are carried out as per approved drawings, method statements, and project schedules</li><li>Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution</li><li>Monitor site progress, identify risks, and proactively resolve execution challenges</li><li>Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards (DEWA / FEWA / equivalent authorities)</li><li>Handle site inspections, approvals, and documentation related to civil works</li><li>Track progress against project timelines and support timely handover of deliverables</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Degree in Civil Engineering</li><li>Proven experience in substation civil construction (mandatory)</li><li>Experience working on 132kV / 220kV substation projects (AIS/GIS) preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of site execution, construction sequencing, and construction drawings</li><li>Experience with EPC contractors or utility/client-side substation projects</li><li>Prior exposure to utility authority standards (DEWA / FEWA / ADDC or similar)</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: AED14,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per monthApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Do you have hands-on experience in civil construction for substation projects (132kV or above)?</li><li>How many years of experience do you have in substation civil execution?</li><li>Have you worked on AIS or GIS substation projects?</li><li>Have you handled construction activities such as cable trenches, control room buildings, or equipment foundations?</li><li>Have you worked on projects involving utility authority standards (DEWA, FEWA, ADDC or similar)?</li><li>Do you have experience working on substation projects?</li><li>This is a permanent full-time role based in Dubai. Are you comfortable with this?</li><li>What is your current monthly salary (in AED)?</li><li>What is your expected monthly salary (in AED)?</li><li>What is your notice period (in days)?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Senior Engineer - Civil (Substation Projects / Power EPC)

Emarat Aloula contracting

We, at Emarat Aloula is seeking an experienced Planning Engineer (Substation) with strong expertise in EPC projects within the UAE, particularly in power distribution and substation works. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and project control activities to ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery.The role requires hands-on experience with utilities such as ADDC, TRANSCO, TAQA, AADC, and involvement in substation, cabling, and power infrastructure projects.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop, monitor, and update project schedules using Primavera P6 or equivalent planning tools.</li><li>Prepare baseline programs, recovery plans, and revised schedules based on project requirements.</li><li>Establish and manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) for effective project control and reporting.</li><li>Track project progress across engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) phases.</li><li>Conduct delay analysis, EOT (Extension of Time) claims, and identify schedule risks.</li><li>Monitor critical path activities and provide timely updates and recommendations to management.</li><li>Coordinate with project managers, engineers, procurement, and subcontractors for accurate planning inputs.</li><li>Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports, dashboards, and presentations.</li><li>Track material procurement status and ensure alignment with project timelines.</li><li>Analyze deviations between planned vs. actual progress and recommend corrective actions.</li><li>Develop and monitor resource histograms (manpower and equipment).</li><li>Participate in project review meetings and liaise with clients, consultants, and stakeholders.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering (Mandatory).</li><li>Minimum 8&ndash;10 years of relevant UAE experience in planning and project controls.</li><li>Strong experience in EPC projects, particularly in substations, power distribution, and infrastructure.</li><li>Proven exposure to ADDC, TRANSCO, TAQA, AADC, or similar utility authorities.</li><li>Experience in 33kV, 132kV, and 220kV substation projects, cable works, and grid stations.</li><li>Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, and MS Excel.</li></ul>Job Types: Full-time, PermanentApplication Question(s):<ul><li>Have you completed a bachelor's degree in Electrical or Electronics engineering?</li><li>Do you have a minimum of 8-10 years UAE experience in planning and project controls?</li><li>We need to fill this role at the earliest. If you are selected, can you join in 1 month or less?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Planning Engineer (Substations)

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