Construction Senior Engineer
- Elsewedy Electric
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- AED 264,000 – AED 360,000
Job Number:
260002EU)
Description
- 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.
Qualifications
- 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.
Primary Location
United Arab Emirates/Abu Dhabi//Site/Mobile S/S - Power UAE
Job Posting
Sep 22, 2026, 11:09:21 AM
Main Function: Project Management Company Name: El Sewedy Power UAE Business Group
Skills
- Substation Design
- High Voltage Engineering
- Electrical Drawings Review
- GIS/AIS systems
- Protection & Control Schematics
- Vendor Technical Evaluation
- Multi-Discipline Coordination




