Electrical BOP & Grid Expert

Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ae on site Until 9/5/2026 12+ years exp First posted July 7, 2026 Last posted July 7, 2026
Job description

With 3,500 employees across 8 countries in the Middle East, Egis has delivered over 700 complex development projects, stimulating economic growth and enhancing quality of life. Ranked among the top ten firms in the Middle East by Engineering News Record (ENR), Egis is committed to sustainable development. The Group’s operations in the Middle East are built on strategic acquisitions and a deep understanding of local market conditions. Egis’ long history of providing comprehensive engineering, consulting, and project management services makes it a trusted partner for regional governments, investors, and developers.

Act as technical advisor for electrical bop & grid expert scope during developer bid review and RFP/specification preparation. Lead technical due diligence, verify compliance with project/off-taker requirements, identify risks and deviations, prepare clarifications, support technical evaluation, and contribute to contract schedules and negotiation support.

  • Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline
  • Professional registration, chartership, or OEM/utility/off-taker experience is preferred

Required Experience

  • 12+ years in power plant electrical systems, HV grid connection, protection/control, grid code compliance, owner’s engineer or utility review

Technical Expertise

  • Generator, IPB, GSUT/UAT, HV GIS/AIS, MV/LV switchgear, protection and control, metering, auxiliary power, black start/emergency supply, earthing, lightning, grid code, power system studies. IEC 60076, IEC 62271, IEC 61850, IEC 60255, IEC 60909, IEEE/IEC grounding standards, local Grid Code, ETAP/DIgSILENT/PSCAD as applicable

Commercial/Contract Awareness

  • Ability to read and comment on IPP/PPA/EPC technical schedules, guarantees, LD-linked performance clauses, interface obligations, acceptance testing requirements, and developer deviations
About this role

Summary

Lead electrical design review and technical due diligence for power projects.

Job title

Electrical BOP & Grid Expert

Experience level

12+ years

Minimum experience

12+ years exp

Industry

engineering

Location requirements

Abu Dhabi, remote work not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

power plant electrical systemsHV grid connectionprotection and controlIEC 60076IEC 62271IEC 61850IEC 60255IEC 60909IEEE grounding standardsETAPDIgSILENTPSCAD

Preferred skills

professional registrationchartershipOEM experience

Specializations

power systemsgrid connectionprotection and controlHV GIS/AISpower system studies
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

On-site City