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Electrical Engineer (TAQA Approved)

Ghobash Group

Skills

Required

  • Gas / Petrochemical / Industrial / Power / Infrastructure
  • installation
  • MV cable laying
  • electrical construction
  • TAQA infrastructure projects
  • electrical systems

Preferred

  • Supervise MV
  • bedding
  • cable pulling
  • backfill
  • drum handling
  • cable schedules
  • route layouts
  • identification
  • accurate as-built route records

lectrical Power Distribution Systems (HV/LV) Transformers, Switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs Cable Laying, Glanding, and Termination Lighting and Earthing Systems Electrical Testing and Commissioning Reading Electrical Drawings and Single-Line Diagrams Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, and ADNOC standards Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD

We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

About Ghobash Group

  • Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group.
  • For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects.
  • Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector.

Responsibilities

  • Supervise MV cable laying by direct burial, duct bank, trench, and cable tray, including route survey, trenching, bedding, cable pulling, and backfill.
  • Prepare and review cable pulling plans, covering pulling tension, bending radius, and drum handling, along with cable schedules and route layouts.
  • Oversee cable jointing and termination by qualified jointers, and verify compliance with manufacturer procedures and approved kits.
  • Verify cable identification, tagging, route markers, warning tape, protective tiles, and accurate as-built route records.
  • Coordinate with civil teams on trenches, duct banks, road crossings, and utility clearances before excavation starts.
  • insulation resistance, VLF/hipot, sheath integrity, continuity, and phasing.
  • Review test results and records, and ensure defects are corrected before energization.
  • Support commissioning activities with clients, consultants, and third-party testers.
  • Supervise day-to-day electrical installation activities in line with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
  • Monitor installation of transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, generators, lighting, and earthing systems.
  • Review electrical drawings, method statements, and work procedures before execution.
  • Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality requirements and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
  • Identify technical issues such as route clashes, material delays, and design queries, and propose practical solutions to avoid delays.
  • Plan and control materials, including cable drums, accessories, and storage on site.
  • Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
  • Prepare progress reports, update project management on site activities, and take part in project meetings.
  • Support project close-out, punch list clearance, and handover documentation.

Requirements

  • Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electrical construction, installation, and commissioning. Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Industrial, Power, or Infrastructure projects. UAE/GCC experience preferred. Relevant experience in MV cable laying and electrical infrastructure projects, preferably with hands-on experience in TAQA infrastructure projects. Relevant certifications in electrical systems and safety practices are preferred.