[ref. v40293701] Senior Electrical Engineer
Penspen Abu Dhabi
Job description / Role
Job TypeFull Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical
Company Industry
Oil & Gas
Job description
We are hiring a highly experienced senior electrical engineer with a design background in oil & gas, industrial electrical systems, instrumentation, and building services, and prefer having good knowledge about EV charging infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing design, execution, and compliance across multiple disciplines in line with UAE regulations.
Key responsibilities- Lead and review detailed electrical designs for oil & gas terminals, substations, and fueling stations.
- Supervise electrical works in industrial facilities, including power distribution, motors, MCCs, and hazardous area classifications.
- Coordinate instrumentation works: installation of field instruments, cabling, loop diagrams, calibration, and integration with DCS/SCADA.
- Review and approve SLDs, protection schemes, cable sizing, lighting, grounding, and earthing systems.
- Ensure proper integration of EV charging infrastructure into new and existing building systems.
- Liaise with contractors, consultants, and UAE authorities (ADDC, DEWA, SEWA, Civil Defense, ADM).
- Evaluate and approve submittals, technical documentation, FAT/SAT reports, and as-built drawings.
- Prepare technical reports, compliance documents, and support the procurement process.
- Ensure implementation in accordance with UAE authority standards and international codes.
- Oversee testing, commissioning, and project handover activities.
- Bacheloru2019s degree in electrical engineering.
- Minimum 10 yearsu2019 experience in oil & gas, industrial electrical systems, and instrumentation.
- Strong understanding of EV charging systems and building electrical services.
- Familiarity with UAE regulations and authority procedures is highly preferred.
- Hands-on experience with electrical and instrumentation standards (IEC, NEC, ATEX).
- Excellent communication, reporting, and coordination skills.
- Design experience is mandatory.
- Previous UAE/GCC experience is an advantage.
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