Assist in the execution and supervision of electrical works for power projects, substations, and associated infrastructure.
Review approved electrical drawings, single-line diagrams, schematics, cable schedules, equipment layouts, and technical specifications.
Coordinate electrical activities with civil, structural, mechanical, MEP, protection, control, and commissioning teams.
Supervise installation of transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, GIS/AIS equipment, CTs, PTs/CVTs, isolators, busbars, panels, and auxiliary systems.
Ensure electrical installation activities are carried out in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs, and project requirements.
Assist in reviewing electrical shop drawings, material submittals, technical documents, and vendor documentation.
Coordinate with procurement and stores teams to ensure timely availability of approved electrical materials and equipment.
Supervise cable laying, cable tray installation, cable termination, jointing, tagging, and testing activities.
Assist in installation of earthing and lightning protection systems, including earth grids and equipment earthing.
Supervise installation of AC/DC auxiliary systems, battery chargers, batteries, UPS systems, lighting, small power, and station-service systems.
Coordinate with protection and control teams for installation of protection panels, control panels, metering systems, and associated wiring.
Assist with SCADA, RTU, communication, automation, and substation control system interfaces.
Monitor site progress and ensure electrical activities are completed according to project schedules and milestones.
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, consultants, clients, and site teams to resolve technical and construction issues.
Raise and follow up RFIs, technical queries, inspection requests, and site-related technical matters.
Conduct regular site inspections to verify installation quality, workmanship, and compliance with approved drawings.
Coordinate with QA/QC teams for inspections, testing, and closure of NCRs, punch points, and inspection observations.
Assist in testing and commissioning activities, including insulation resistance, continuity, cable testing, equipment testing, functional testing, and protection system testing.
Coordinate with testing and commissioning teams during pre-commissioning, energization, and final handover activities.
Ensure electrical works comply with applicable IEC standards, UAE regulations, utility requirements, project specifications, and client standards.
Monitor electrical material usage, manpower, productivity, and equipment utilization.
Assist in quantity verification, material take-offs, variations, additional works, and material requirements.
Identify electrical installation risks, technical issues, and interface constraints and escalate them for timely resolution.
Ensure compliance with project HSE procedures, electrical safety requirements, risk assessments, LOTO, and permit-to-work systems.
Participate in technical coordination meetings, progress meetings, and site inspections.
Prepare daily and weekly progress reports and maintain relevant engineering and construction records.
Maintain documentation including approved drawings, inspection records, test reports, material certificates, commissioning records, and as-built information.
Assist in snagging, rectification, testing, commissioning, energization, and project handover.
Provide technical support to supervisors, technicians, subcontractors, and junior site personnel.
Support continuous improvement in electrical installation quality, productivity, safety, and project execution.
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
Typically 3–7 years of relevant electrical engineering/construction experience, preferably within power, substations, EPC, transmission, distribution, or infrastructure projects.
Good knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, installation practices, testing, and commissioning.
Exposure to transformers, switchgear, GIS/AIS equipment, circuit breakers, CTs, PTs/CVTs, isolators, busbars, and electrical panels.
Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams, schematic diagrams, wiring diagrams, cable schedules, layouts, and technical specifications.
Knowledge of cable installation, termination, earthing, lightning protection, and auxiliary power systems.
Basic understanding of protection and control, metering, SCADA, automation, and communication systems.
Knowledge of electrical testing and commissioning procedures.
Familiarity with IEC standards, UAE electrical regulations, utility requirements, and project specifications.
Experience coordinating with consultants, clients, subcontractors, vendors, and multidisciplinary project teams.
Understanding of QA/QC procedures, inspection requirements, method statements, and ITPs.
Good knowledge of electrical safety, LOTO, permit-to-work, and safe working practices.
Proficiency in MS Office and relevant engineering/project documentation tools.
Strong communication, coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to work on site and manage multiple activities within project timelines.
UAE/GCC project experience is preferred.