# Resident Engineer – Civil — AtkinsRéalis

Canonical: https://jobxdubai.com/jobs/li-4459190027-resident-engineer-civil
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
Type: full_time · Level: senior
Monthly salary: AED 35,000 to 55,000 per month (estimated, not employer-stated) (UAE salaries are tax-free)
Posted: 2026-08-26
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## Description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Resident Engineer - Civil responsible for supervising the construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of 132 kV and above substations, ensuring compliance with project specifications, quality standards, safety requirements, and schedule commitments.

Your role

• Supervise construction and installation activities for AIS/GIS substations (132 kV and above).

• Monitor the erection of transformers, switchgear, CTs, VTs, isolators, protection panels, SCADA, and associated equipment.

• Ensure compliance with approved drawings, technical specifications, and HSE requirements.

• Witness testing and commissioning activities and review test reports.

• Coordinate with contractors, clients, and project teams to ensure timely project delivery.

• Monitor project progress and prepare site reports.

• Identify and resolve technical and construction issues at site.

About You

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

• 15+ years of experience in substation projects, with significant exposure to 132 kV and above substations.

• Experience in AIS/GIS substations, testing & commissioning, and construction supervision.

Required Skills

• HV/EHV Substation Construction Supervision

• Testing & Commissioning

• Quality and Safety Management

• Contractor Coordination

• Progress Monitoring & Reporting

Preferred Experience

• EPC, Utility, Consulting, or Owner's'Engineer projects involving 132 kV, 220 kV, 400 kV, or higher voltage substations.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Medical insurance.

• Annual leave balance.

• Company gratuity scheme.

• Discretionary bonus program.

• Annual flight contribution.

• Transportation & housing allowances.

• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, familycare, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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## Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. 15+ years of experience in substation projects, with significant exposure to 132 kV and above substations. Experience in AIS/GIS substations, testing & commissioning, and construction supervision.

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