# Resident Engineer – Electrical Substation JR02126FDI — TRACTEBEL

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4453852240-resident-engineer-electrical-substation-jr02126
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 24,000 to 42,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-20
Apply: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/resident-engineer-%E2%80%93-electrical-substation-jr02126-at-tractebel-4453852240?_l=en

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## Description

Job title- Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation)

Email Id - recruitment.me@tractebel.engie.com

While Applying - please mention in subjectline - Position and Location Dubai

Your mission

As Resident Engineer – Electrical (Substation) in our Transmission & Distribution department, you will manage the electrical engineering portfolio of high-voltage power substation projects (400kV / 220kV / 132kV). You will ensure technical, HSE, and financial performance during design and construction supervision, while overseeing complex site works and maintaining client and stakeholder coordination.

Your key responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of substation electrical engineering during design and construction supervision.

• Supervise and manage technical works for 400kV / 220kV / 132kV substations on behalf of the Client (TRANSCO).

• Oversee site activities and ensure construction strictly follows approved designs.

• Monitor, report, and resolve non-conformance issues.

• Plan, organize, and supervise engineering and inspection activities.

• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards throughout project execution.

• Manage client and customer interfaces to ensure strong relationships and effective communication.

• Review, verify, and close out installed quantities.

• Provide progress reports and advise on technical solutions where required.

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Your qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities).

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation projects in the UAE.

Who you are

• Strong technical expertise in substation projects (400kV / 220kV / 132kV).

• Skilled in site supervision, project management, and construction monitoring.

• Knowledge of utility requirements, contract procedures, and QA/QC processes.

Your soft skills

• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

• Strong coordination skills with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.

• Proactive problem solver with an eye for detail.

Preference

• Prior experience with TRANSCO, ADDC, DEWA or other major UAE utilities will be highly preferred.

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## Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities). Minimum 10 years’ experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation projects in the UAE.

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