Overview
We are looking for experienced Substation Design Engineers across Civil, Mechanical, and Electrical (Primary & Secondary) domains to work on international projects in UAE and KSA. The role involves Pre-Bid Design, Detailed Engineering, BOQ preparation, compliance with international standards, and providing technical support during project execution and commissioning.
Responsibilities
- Pre-bid study of tender documents & BOQ preparation
- Structural & foundation design for substation equipment, gantry & retaining structures
- Review of soil investigation reports & geotechnical discussions
- Preparation / review of civil drawings (buildings, cable trenches, GIS structures)
- On-site technical support & coordination
Electrical – Primary Design Responsibilities
Design & engineering of HV / EHV GIS & AIS substations (up to 380kV – Gulf experience preferred)Preparation of GA layouts, SLDs, earthing layouts, busbar calculations, and BOQClearance studies & compliance with IEC / IEEE / IS standardsCoordination with secondary, civil, and protection teamsElectrical – Secondary Design Responsibilities
Control, protection & automation engineering for HV substationsPreparation of SLDs, schematics, wiring diagrams, SCADA & communication block diagramsCompliance with IEC / IEEE / IS standards & support during FAT / SAT & commissioningDesign of support structures, HVAC, fire detection & suppression systems, oil handling, GIS piping, cable trays & earthing stripsCompliance with IS, ASHRAE, NFPA, IEEE, IEC standardsReview of vendor drawings, layouts & construction drawingsOn-site technical support for erection & commissioningWhat We’re Looking For
Strong expertise in Substation Design (Civil / Mechanical / Electrical – Primary & Secondary)
Hands-on experience with international standards & Gulf projects
Excellent technical knowledge with ability to coordinate across disciplines
Willingness to work on large-scale projects in UAE & KSA
Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
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