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Engineer, Power Design & Engineering Jobs in Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates at TAQA Distribution
Title: Engineer, Power Design & Engineering
Company: TAQA Distribution
Location: Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated Electrical Engineer to support the planning, development, and delivery of electricity distribution network expansion projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing network expansion plans, reviewing project designs, supporting procurement and commissioning activities, and ensuring projects are delivered in line with technical, regulatory, and operational requirements.
Key Responsibilities :
- Develop electricity distribution network expansion plans to meet forecasted demand requirements.
- Support the development of the Power Network Development Plan by preparing project scopes, evaluating options, and providing technical justifications.
- Develop detailed project scopes and functional specifications in collaboration with Project Engineering teams and external consultants.
- Review preliminary and detailed design reports submitted by consultants and developers to ensure compliance with company standards and Asset Management requirements.
- Prepare RFQs, BOQs, technical specifications, and scopes of work for power network projects.
- Lead technical bid evaluations during tendering processes and support procurement activities.
- Identify project risks and constraints and develop mitigation plans to ensure successful project delivery.
- Provide technical support to project management teams during construction, testing, commissioning, and handover phases.
- Conduct technical reviews of project designs to ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and approved specifications.
- Participate in site inspections, technical meetings, and quality assurance activities to monitor project progress and resolve design-related issues.
- Coordinate with Asset Management, Capital Projects, and Operations & Maintenance teams to facilitate smooth integration of new assets into the network.
- Ensure all permits, approvals, environmental requirements, and operational clearances are obtained before commissioning activities.
- Monitor project milestones, stage gates, and CAPEX objectives to ensure timely delivery.
- Support asset handover activities, ensuring all documentation, technical requirements, and compliance obligations are met.
- Monitor asset performance during the Defects Liability Period and coordinate corrective actions with relevant stakeholders.
- Prepare technical reports, performance reviews, and project documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
Mandatory Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 3–5 years of experience in power distribution, network planning, utility engineering, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of electricity distribution networks, engineering design principles, and project lifecycle management.
- Experience in technical specification preparation, design review, and contractor/consultant management.
Preferred Requirements
- Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience within utility, transmission, or distribution companies.
Technical Skills
- Power distribution network planning and development.
- Design review and technical evaluation.
- Tendering and procurement support.
- Risk assessment and mitigation planning.
- Project commissioning and asset handover.
- Knowledge of applicable engineering standards and regulatory requirements.
Soft Skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments.
- Effective project coordination and organizational skills.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.