Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Abu Dhabi
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About the Role
Manage primary engineering lifecycle for HV/EHV substations, develop engineering deliverables, and ensure compliance with TAQA Transmission and DEWA standards.
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Responsibilities
- Deliver primary engineering solutions for TAQA Transmission and DEWA substation projects
- Manage complete primary engineering lifecycle from project initiation through As Built documentation
- Develop Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), equipment layouts, GA drawings, grounding/earthing layouts
- Coordinate with civil engineering teams for steel structures, equipment foundations, and interface integration
- Support procurement activities through technical specification preparation, supplier bid evaluations, and negotiations
- Assist Lead Engineer in coordinating with clients, contractors, and suppliers
- Perform role of Primary Engineer for HV/EHV AIS and GIS substations
- Prepare engineering calculations including short circuit studies, cable sizing, earthing design, lightning protection analysis
- Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQ/PEMS), technical deviation reports, and clarification documents
- Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities
- Review and evaluate supplier and subcontractor engineering documents
Requirements
- Experience in primary engineering for HV/EHV AIS and GIS substations (132kV, 220kV, 400kV+)
- Knowledge of TAQA Transmission and DEWA requirements
- Ability to develop SLDs, equipment layouts, GA drawings, and grounding layouts
- Experience in engineering calculations (short circuit, cable sizing, earthing, lightning protection)
- Experience with procurement support (technical specifications, bid evaluations)
- Ability to coordinate with civil engineering teams
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Responsibilities
- Part of the Engineering Team delivering primary engineering solutions for TAQA Transmission and DEWA substation projects.
- Manage the complete primary engineering lifecycle from project initiation through As Built documentation in compliance with TAQA Transmission, DEWA, QA/QC, and HSE standards.
- Develop Single Line Diagrams (SLDs), equipment layouts, General Arrangement (GA) drawings, grounding/earthing layouts, and associated engineering deliverables.
- Coordinate with civil engineering teams for steel structures, equipment foundations, and electrical mechanical interface integration.
- Support procurement activities through technical specification preparation, supplier bid evaluations, technical clarifications, and negotiations.
- Assist the Lead Engineer in coordinating with clients, contractors, and suppliers while ensuring timely resolution and closure of site issues.
- Perform the role of Primary Engineer for HV/EHV AIS and GIS substations (132kV, 220kV, 400kV+) in accordance with TAQA Transmission and DEWA requirements.
- Prepare engineering calculations including short circuit studies, cable sizing, earthing design, lightning protection analysis, and equipment schedules.
- Develop Bills of Quantities (BOQ/PEMS), technical deviation reports, clarification documents, and complete engineering packages.
- Support installation, testing, and commissioning activities, including preparation of RFQs for HV/MV systems and auxiliary equipment.
- Review and evaluate supplier and subcontractor engineering documents to ensure compliance with TAQA Transmission and DEWA standards.
- Maintain effective coordination with internal departments, clients, contractors, and project stakeholders to achieve timely and successful project delivery.
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