Construction Senior Engineer

Elsewedy Electric • Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates • 11h ago

Lead and supervise electrical engineering activities for 400kV substation projects.
Review and prepare electrical design drawings, calculations, specifications, and technical documents.
Review and coordinate 400kV GIS/AIS substation primary electrical systems.
Review Single Line Diagrams (SLD), protection and control schematics, and electrical layouts.
Review technical requirements for power transformers, reactors, CTs, VTs/CVTs, circuit breakers, disconnectors, and surge arresters.
Review AC/DC auxiliary systems, battery chargers, battery systems, LVAC panels, and station service systems.
Review and coordinate earthing, lightning protection, cable routing, and electrical installation requirements.
Review electrical equipment specifications, datasheets, material requisitions, and technical schedules.
Prepare and review load schedules, cable schedules, equipment schedules, and material take-offs.
Review vendor technical documents, drawings, calculations, and equipment data.
Conduct technical evaluations of electrical equipment and participate in vendor clarification meetings.
Coordinate electrical engineering activities with Civil, Mechanical, Protection & Control, SCADA, Telecom, and other disciplines.
Coordinate with the client, consultant, subcontractors, and suppliers on technical matters.
Review and respond to client/consultant comments and ensure timely closure of technical issues.
Ensure all engineering deliverables comply with project specifications, IEC/IEEE standards, and client requirements.
Provide technical support to the construction team and resolve RFIs, technical queries, and site engineering issues.
Conduct site inspections to ensure electrical works comply with approved drawings and specifications.
Support testing and commissioning activities for 400kV substation equipment.
Review testing and commissioning procedures and provide technical support during equipment testing.
Coordinate with protection, control, SCADA, and commissioning teams during pre-commissioning and energization activities.
Identify and resolve technical issues during installation, testing, commissioning, and energization.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior and intermediate electrical engineers.
Monitor engineering progress and ensure timely completion of assigned deliverables.
Support the Engineering Manager and Project Manager in technical coordination and project execution.
Ensure compliance with QA/QC, HSE, and project engineering procedures.
Maintain proper engineering documentation, technical records, and design approvals.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
8–12 years of relevant experience in electrical engineering.
Strong experience in 400kV/220kV HV/EHV substation projects.
Experience in GIS/AIS substations and EPC projects.
Experience with major utility clients and consultants is preferred.
UAE/GCC power transmission project experience is an advantage.
Strong knowledge of HV equipment, protection & control, SCADA, AC/DC systems, and substation automation.
Knowledge of relevant IEC/IEEE standards and utility specifications.
Strong technical communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work effectively under project deadlines and coordinate multiple stakeholders.

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