Electrical Design Engineer

Ghobash Group

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Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, ae on site Until 8/22/2026 8+ years exp First posted May 9, 2026 Last posted May 9, 2026
Job description

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.

  • Prepare and review electrical design calculations (load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, cable sizing, earthing, lighting, etc.)
  • Develop single line diagrams (SLD), schematics, and wiring diagrams
  • Design and specify: LV/MV power distribution systems / Transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS systems / Lighting and small power systems
  • Perform equipment sizing and selection based on project requirements
  • Prepare material requisitions (MR), technical bid evaluations (TBE), and vendor document reviews
  • Coordinate with multidiscipline teams (mechanical, instrumentation, civil, process)
  • Support HAZOP, SIL, and design review meetings
  • Assist in construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting activities when required
  • Review and approve shop drawings and as-built drawings
  • Provide technical support during project execution and client interactions
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • 8+ years in electrical design within Oil & Gas EPC projects.
  • Experience in ADNOC Projects will be an added advantage.
  • Strong willingness to learn and adapt to a dynamic project environment.
  • Attention to detail with a commitment to quality and safety.
  • Effective communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
  • Ability to follow instructions, meet deadlines, and manage time effectively.
  • Flexibility to work in shifts and extended hours as project demands require.
About this role

Summary

Design, review, and support electrical systems for oil & gas EPC projects in Abu Dhabi.

Job title

Electrical Design Engineer

Experience level

8+ years

Minimum experience

8+ years exp

Industry

oil & gas

Location requirements

Abu Dhabi, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

electrical designload flowshort circuitvoltage dropcable sizingearthinglightingsingle line diagramsSLDwiring diagramspower systemstransformersswitchgearMCCsUPSmaterial requisitionstechnical bid evaluationvendor reviewhazopsilconstruction supportcommissioning

Preferred skills

adnoc projects

Specializations

electrical designpower distributionschematicsinstrumentation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

On-site City