Assistant Resident Engineer - Electrical (Substation)

Tractebel

The Role

Overview

Support substation electrical work supervision, inspections, coordination, and handover.

Key Responsibilities

  • safety measures
  • electrical supervision
  • site inspections
  • final handover
  • technical coordination
  • document review

Tasks

-Ensure proper implementation of site safety measures. -Assist the Resident Engineer in day-to-day supervision of electrical works for substations. -Conduct regular site visits and inspections to monitor the contractor’s work progress. -Support the Resident Engineer during final inspections, completion certification, and handover of works. -Liaise with all technical disciplines and attend Site Technical Coordination Meetings. -Review contractor submissions, shop drawings, and construction-related documentation. -Ensure compliance with approved method statements, layouts, and drawings. -Witness site activities, inspections, and testing as per project requirements.

Requirements

  • bachelors
  • high voltage
  • 8+ years
  • uae standards
  • site supervision
  • utility experience

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (approved by UAE regulatory authorities). -Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage substation construction and supervision. -Minimum 8 years’ experience in electrical engineering projects in the UAE, including substations. -Familiar with UAE utility and authority standards. -Detail-oriented, proactive, and safety-conscious mindset. -Ability to work effectively in multicultural environments. -Strong communication and coordination abilities. -Skilled in site supervision, contractor coordination, and review of technical submissions. -Prior experience with TRANSCO, ADDC, DEWA or other major UAE utilities will be highly preferred.

The Company

About Tractebel

-A global engineering and consultancy company designs and implements cutting-edge solutions in energy, infrastructure, and water. -With over a century of experience, has been at the forefront of transformative projects worldwide. -Known for expertise in energy transition, delivers sustainable and innovative solutions for power generation, transmission, and distribution. -Specializes in large-scale infrastructure projects, including roads, bridges, and water treatment facilities. -Has a rich history of delivering complex projects in challenging environments, from remote locations to urban megacities. -Recognized for pioneering technologies in renewable energy, especially solar and wind energy systems. -Successfully designed and implemented energy systems that help governments and private sectors reduce their carbon footprints. -Provides specialized consultancy in industrial processes, water management, and smart city solutions. -Legacy includes developing projects that address the world's most pressing challenges in energy access and climate change mitigation. -Engineering solutions support diverse industries, including utilities, government, and transport, making a tangible impact globally.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Hydrogen

Offshore Energy

Power & Heat

Renewable Energies

Power Transmission & Distribution

Gas

Urban Design & Development

Environment & Climate Change

Transport & Mobility

Buildings & Complex Structures

Geo-Engineering

Water Resources

Hydraulic Infrastructures

Hydropower

Coasts

Ports

Marine Facilities

Water Supply & Use of Water Resources

Digital Services

Nuclear

Radwaste

Decontamination

Decommissioning