Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical power system equipment such as switchgears, power & distribution transformers, protection relays, and control & protection panels in

power plants

and

substations

across

utilities

,

Government Sectors (DEWA, ADDC, AADC) and industrial sectors

. Conducting testing and commissioning of

MV/LV switchgears

,

power/distribution transformers

,

CTs

,

VTs

, and a variety of

protection relays

. Troubleshooting and fault analysis of

switchgears

,

transformers

, and

protection relay systems

. Preparing

method statements

,

NCRs

,

incident reports

, and

root cause analysis (RCA)

documentation. Supporting the

Engineering Manager

and

Project Manager

in site planning, execution, and coordination. Conducting on-site

training for operating personnel

on commissioned electrical systems. Strict adherence to

HSE policies

and demonstrating strong responsibility towards maintaining a safe working environment in line with the main contractor's guidelines.

Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree or Diploma

in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university or technical institute (local or international).

Minimum 3 years of hands-on experience

in testing and commissioning of MV/LV electrical systems in

Utility

, or

Industrial

sectors and Government Sectors (DEWA, ADDC, AADC) Proven experience in: Testing and commissioning of

overcurrent

,

earth fault

,

differential

,

distance

,

under-frequency

, and

protection relays

. Achieving

100% success rates

in relay testing and commissioning activities. Familiarity with

relays from various manufacturers

(e.g., ABB, Siemens, GE, Schneider, SEL, etc.) is an advantage. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for fault identification in MV/LV systems.

Other Requirements:

Team-oriented

, result-driven, and proactive mindset. Excellent

English communication skills

(both written and verbal).

Strong understanding

of international standards such as

IEC

,

IEEE

,

ISO

, and utility-specific specifications. Proficiency in using

testing instruments and tools

(e.g., Omicron, Doble, Megger, Freja, CPC, etc.). Experience in

SCADA/PLC interface testing

, logic verification, and signal testing for remote control panels. Ability to read and interpret

electrical drawings

,

wiring schematics

,

SLDs

, and

cable schedules

. Familiar with

energization procedures

and safety clearances in live substations. Ability to work under

tight project schedules

with minimal supervision. Knowledge of

reporting software tools

like MS Word, Excel, and PDF annotation tools; AutoCAD knowledge is a plus. Valid

UAE/GCC driving license

is preferred. Willingness to work during

night shifts, weekends, and holidays

, depending on project demands. Commitment to

continuous learning

and staying updated on the latest developments in electrical protection and testing technologies.
Job Type: Full-time