Job description

Leverage your technical leadership and join a fast-growingstartup in Abu Dhabi, leading innovation in electrical engineering consultancy with end-to-end solutions from concept studies to detailed design.

We are seeking an experienced Civil Design Engineer to join a leading engineering consultancy in Abu Dhabi, specializing in high-voltage (HV) and extra-high-voltage (EHV) transmission substation projects. The ideal candidate must have existing TAQA Transmission (TAQA-T) approval as a Civil Design Engineer, along with strong expertise in civil and structural design for transmission substations.

Work Location: UAE, Abu Dhabi

• Develop and review civil and structural designs for HV/EHV transmission substation projects in accordance with TAQA-T standards and specifications.
• Design and assess equipment foundations, structural supports, cable trenches, duct banks, control buildings, and other associated substation civil works.
• Prepare and review civil/structural design calculations, technical drawings, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Ensure compliance with TAQA-T design requirements, technical standards, and submission procedures.
• Coordinate with electrical, architectural, and MEP design teams to ensure design integration and resolve technical interfaces.
• Review design documents and drawings to ensure technical accuracy, quality, safety, and compliance with project requirements.
• Support technical submissions, respond to review comments, and incorporate required revisions to obtain design approvals.
• Collaborate with project teams and relevant stakeholders to resolve design issues and ensure timely delivery of engineering deliverables.

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.
• Existing TAQA Transmission (TAQA-T) approval as a Civil Design Engineer is mandatory.
• Proven experience in civil and structural design for HV/EHV transmission substation projects.
• Previous experience in Abu Dhabi transmission substation projects.
• Strong knowledge of substation civil works, including foundations, equipment supports, cable trenches, and control buildings.
• Familiarity with TAQA-T design standards, technical specifications, and submission procedures.
• Ability to prepare and review structural calculations, engineering drawings, and technical documents.
• Experience coordinating with electrical, architectural, and MEP disciplines.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and relevant structural design software.
• Proven experience with TAQA-T approval status and relevant transmission substation projects.