Senior Site Engineer (Electrical)

Role Purpose

To lead electrical site engineering activities on assigned Innovo MEP project areas, mentoring junior engineers and ensuring installations comply with drawings, specifications, and authority requirements.  

Key Accountabilities

Electrical Site Leadership 

• Lead site verification of electrical installations against approved drawings and specifications. 
• Coordinate cable routing, containment, and panel installation sequencing with other MEP trades. 

Inspection Coordination 

• Lead inspection request preparation and coordinate with DEWA/SEWA/ADDC inspectors. 
• Track authority inspection comments and ensure timely close-out before energization. 

Mentoring 

• Mentor Site Engineers (Electrical) on technical matters. 
• Train junior engineers on cable testing, megger testing, and panel verification procedures. 

Testing & Verification 

• Witness cable testing, earthing, and panel commissioning checks prior to energization. 
• Verify electrical installations comply with single line diagrams and load schedules. 

Progress & Reporting 

• Record daily electrical site progress and report deviations from programme to the Electrical Supervisor. 
• Maintain as-built markups and site test records to support handover documentation. 

Innovation & Value Creation 

• Introduce modern tools, technologies and processes that improve efficiency and transparency. 
• Encourage innovative thinking to enhance outcomes and reduce costs without compromising quality. 

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field 
• 4–8 years of experience in electrical works within construction / MEP projects 
• Minimum 2–3 years in a project engineering role 
• Proven experience in UAE construction projects 
• Knowledge of UAE authority requirements (DEWA, ADDC, SEWA, Etihad WE, etc.)