Electrical Engineer
ELSEWEDY ELECTRIC
Date: 6 days ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time

Testing and Commissioning Electrical Engineer is responsible for planning, executing, and documenting the testing and commissioning of all electrical systems and components in substation projects (including 132kV, 220kV, and 400kV systems). The role ensures that equipment and systems operate as intended and in accordance with industry standards, client requirements, and safety regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing and commissioning activities for substation electrical equipment including: - Power transformers
- Circuit breakers
- Current and voltage transformers
- Protection relays (distance, differential, overcurrent, etc.)
- GIS/AIS switchgear
- Busbars and isolators
- Control and protection panels
- Prepare and review test procedures, method statements, and commissioning plans in coordination with project teams and clients.
- Conduct pre-commissioning and functional testing of protection schemes and control systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing and commissioning.
- Calibrate and configure protection relays and SCADA/RTU systems.
- Maintain accurate and detailed test records and reports.
- Ensure that all testing equipment is calibrated and in good condition.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations during site works.
- Liaise with project stakeholders including EPC contractors, consultants, utility representatives, and OEMs.
- Provide technical support during energization and post-commissioning phases.
- Supervise and guide junior engineers and technicians as required.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform testing and commissioning activities for substation electrical equipment including: - Power transformers
- Circuit breakers
- Current and voltage transformers
- Protection relays (distance, differential, overcurrent, etc.)
- GIS/AIS switchgear
- Busbars and isolators
- Control and protection panels
- Prepare and review test procedures, method statements, and commissioning plans in coordination with project teams and clients.
- Conduct pre-commissioning and functional testing of protection schemes and control systems.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues identified during testing and commissioning.
- Calibrate and configure protection relays and SCADA/RTU systems.
- Maintain accurate and detailed test records and reports.
- Ensure that all testing equipment is calibrated and in good condition.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations during site works.
- Liaise with project stakeholders including EPC contractors, consultants, utility representatives, and OEMs.
- Provide technical support during energization and post-commissioning phases.
- Supervise and guide junior engineers and technicians as required.
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