Senior Engineer - Electrical

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE, ae

Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

• Review the Electrical Shop drawings, material submittals, pre-qualifications, and technical calculations alongside method statements, ITPs, and Quality Checklists for acceptance.
• Ensure that the quality of all Electrical works carried out at the project site is as per the client's requirements and in compliance with the project quality plan (QPP) & Inspection Test Plan (ITP).
• Overseeing the construction process using technical expertise and management skills.
• Conduct all required FATs and SATs per applicable standards and manufacturer’s instructions.
• Conduct the Testing and Commissioning phase in line with the project specification manufacturer’s instructions.
• Monitor and control the day-to-day activities of the Electrical Engineers & inspectors i.e., site work inspection as well as inspection of the materials delivered in the Contractor’s store.
• Issuing Site Observation & Potential NCR when the specification or procedural requirements are not met/violating the compliance of the requirements with Project Technical requirements.
• Check documentation complies with design criteria, IFC, Shop Drawings /Client/ and standards.
• Attending weekly quality meetings with the construction team, raising the site quality issues, trying to mitigate them, and warning the hazard to overcome the quality issues. Pushing the contractor to close the open WIR, MIR, and site observation by taking corrective action.
• Drawing review and advice RA/ PM on the constructability.
• Meet with the Client and contractor where required and attend site visits to clarify ambiguities and queries to facilitate a smooth construction process.
• Provide directions to the site construction supervision team on plans, procedures, and priorities so efforts of Construction.
• Resolve any technical problem faced during the project construction stages.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years demonstrable experience in the all aspects of supervision and project administration related to large-scale projects within Middle East in the consulting industry.
• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Additional Information

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com. 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.