Electrical Engineer (TAQA Approved)

Ghobash Group is hiring an Electrical Engineer (TAQA Approved) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. Level rates it ; you can apply on Ghobash Group.

Level's read on this job

On Level's scale, this role is Little AI ●○○○: aI is not part of the work.
Tools and skills the posting cites include Cable Testing Equipment, AutoCAD and electrical engineering.
Level classifies it as a mid-level role.
Level lists 157 other open roles at Ghobash Group.
The role was posted within the past week.

AI in this role

Supervise electrical and instrumentation installation, testing, and commissioning for oil and gas projects in the UAE.

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Emirates Electrical & Instrumentation Company LLC is a proud member of the Ghobash Group. For almost 20 years, we have made vital contributions to the Oil & Gas sector of the UAE, executing both onshore and offshore projects. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) is one of our main clients along with Tier 1 and Tier 2 EPC contractors in this sector. We have the expertise to carry out full EPC&M services for electrical and instrumentation works and bring our intrinsic knowledge to measure and automate exploration, production, separation, refining processes, and distribution through our localized services.

Supervise MV cable laying by direct burial, duct bank, trench, and cable tray, including route survey, trenching, bedding, cable pulling, and backfill.
Prepare and review cable pulling plans, covering pulling tension, bending radius, and drum handling, along with cable schedules and route layouts.
Oversee cable jointing and termination by qualified jointers, and verify compliance with manufacturer procedures and approved kits.
Verify cable identification, tagging, route markers, warning tape, protective tiles, and accurate as-built route records.
Coordinate with civil teams on trenches, duct banks, road crossings, and utility clearances before excavation starts.
Coordinate and witness pre-energization testing: insulation resistance, VLF/hipot, sheath integrity, continuity, and phasing.
Review test results and records, and ensure defects are corrected before energization.
Support commissioning activities with clients, consultants, and third-party testers.
Supervise day-to-day electrical installation activities in line with approved drawings, specifications, and project schedules.
Monitor installation of transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems, generators, lighting, and earthing systems.
Review electrical drawings, method statements, and work procedures before execution.
Conduct site inspections and ensure compliance with quality requirements and inspection and test plans (ITPs).
Identify technical issues such as route clashes, material delays, and design queries, and propose practical solutions to avoid delays.
Plan and control materials, including cable drums, accessories, and storage on site.
Coordinate with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal project teams.
Prepare progress reports, update project management on site activities, and take part in project meetings.
Support project close-out, punch list clearance, and handover documentation.

Minimum 8–10 years of experience in electrical construction, installation, and commissioning.
Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Experience in Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Industrial, Power, or Infrastructure projects.
UAE/GCC experience preferred.
Relevant experience in MV cable laying and electrical infrastructure projects, preferably with hands-on experience in TAQA infrastructure projects.
Relevant certifications in electrical systems and safety practices are preferred.

lectrical Power Distribution Systems (HV/LV)
Transformers, Switchgear, MCCs, and VFDs
Cable Laying, Glanding, and Termination
Lighting and Earthing Systems
Electrical Testing and Commissioning
Reading Electrical Drawings and Single-Line Diagrams
Familiarity with IEC, IEEE, and ADNOC standards
Proficiency in MS Office and AutoCAD

How we rate this

Electrical Engineer (TAQA Approved) at Ghobash Group rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.

Classification

Little AI. AI is not part of the work.

●●●● Builds AI80 to 100
●●●○ Works on AI60 to 79
●●○○ Uses AI40 to 59
●○○○ Little AI0 to 39

Levels come from how often the tools, models and workflows of the role are named in the posting itself. Read the description and count the AI tools, models and workflows it names.

Key facts

Electrical Engineer (TAQA Approved) is an open job at Ghobash Group.
Level rates this role AI Level 1 of 4: Little AI.
The role is based in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The job was posted on November 2, 2026.
Seniority: mid.
Applications are handled by Ghobash Group. Apply on Ghobash Group

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Electrical EngineeringSite SupervisionEpcTesting And CommissioningQuality ControlCable Testing EquipmentAutoCAD

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