Senior Engineer - Onshore Construction (Electrical - PAB)
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About the Role
Penspen is hiring a Senior Engineer for onshore electrical construction on major oil & gas projects in Abu Dhabi. The role requires 15+ years of experience, including 3-5 years in onshore electrical construction, with strong knowledge of LV/MV systems, hazardous area installations, and ADNOC standards.
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Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage onshore electrical construction activities for PABs
- Ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, and electrical standards
- Coordinate with contractors, site teams, and other engineering disciplines
- Monitor construction progress and report against schedule and milestones
- Review and support method statements, work procedures, and construction sequencing
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and promote safe work practices
- Support inspections, testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning activities
- Resolve site technical issues and support construction handover activities
Requirements
- 15+ years total experience
- 3–5 years in onshore electrical construction on oil & gas projects
- PMC / EPC construction background preferred
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems for process and PAB facilities
- Experience with LV/MV systems, cable routing, earthing & lighting
- Familiar with hazardous area installations and commissioning activities
- ADNOC Onshore experience is an advantage
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
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Job Overview
- Penspen is hiring a Senior Engineer – Onshore Construction (Electrical – PAB) to support major onshore oil & gas construction projects.
Experience Required
- 15+ years total experience
- 3–5 years in onshore electrical construction on oil & gas projects
- PMC / EPC construction background preferred
- Strong knowledge of electrical systems for process and PAB facilities
- Experience with LV/MV systems, cable routing, earthing & lighting
- Familiar with hazardous area installations and commissioning activities
- ADNOC Onshore experience is an advantage
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and manage onshore electrical construction activities for PABs
- Ensure compliance with approved drawings, project specifications, and electrical standards
- Coordinate with contractors, site teams, and other engineering disciplines
- Monitor construction progress and report against schedule and milestones
- Review and support method statements, work procedures, and construction sequencing
- Ensure compliance with HSE requirements and promote safe work practices
- Support inspections, testing, pre commissioning, and commissioning activities
- Resolve site technical issues and support construction handover activities
Technical & Professional Skills
- Strong knowledge of LV & MV electrical systems, lighting, earthing, grounding, and cable management
- Experience with hazardous area installations and oil & gas electrical standards
- Familiar with IEC, IEEE, BS, and ADNOC specifications
- Understanding of construction interfaces with civil, mechanical, and instrumentation disciplines
- Strong contractor supervision and coordination skills
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering
- Strong communication skills in English (Arabic is an advantage)
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