Design Engineer - HV Substations
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Design Engineer - HV Substations Job Snapshot Role: Design Engineer Location: Dubai, UAE Industry: Construction Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering Experience: 5-8 years Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Design Engineer in United Arab Emirates, UAE for the Construction industry is a specialized electrical design opportunity focused on High Voltage substations, DEWA-approved engineering standards, cabling, switchgear, and power system design. This role is ideal for an electrical engineering professional who can prepare accurate HV design drawings, calculations, technical submittals, and approval documentation while coordinating with consultants, contractors, and internal project teams. Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Construction Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering Salary: 12000-20000 Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer. Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Job Type: Full-time Key Responsibilities * Prepare comprehensive High Voltage electrical system designs, technical drawings, layouts, calculations, and engineering documentation * Perform detailed load analysis, cable sizing, voltage drop calculations, short-circuit checks, and protection coordination studies * Design HV substation systems covering substations, cabling, switchgear, power distribution, and related electrical infrastructure * Ensure all electrical designs comply with DEWA regulations, IEC standards, project specifications, and international engineering practices * Coordinate with consultants, contractors, authorities, and internal project teams to support design clarity and smooth project execution * Review technical documents, design inputs, submittals, and approval requirements for HV electrical works * Provide technical support during tendering, including design clarifications, technical submissions, and authority approval coordination * Use AutoCAD, ETAP, Dialux, and relevant electrical design tools to prepare accurate and compliant engineering outputs * Support resolution of technical design issues by preparing practical solutions aligned with project and regulatory requirements * Maintain organized design records, calculation sheets, approval documents, and engineering correspondence for project tracking Ideal Profile * Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering * 5-8 years of proven experience in HV electrical design, especially substations, cabling, and switchgear * DEWA approval is preferred or required for suitable project assignments * Strong understanding of DEWA regulations, IEC standards, electrical design codes, and authority approval requirements * Hands-on experience in load analysis, cable sizing, protection coordination, and technical design calculations * Proficiency in AutoCAD, ETAP, Dialux, and other relevant electrical design tools * Strong mathematical, presentation, technical documentation, and communication skills * Proficiency in English with the ability to coordinate clearly with consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders * Detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage technical accuracy, deadlines, and approval requirements in a fast-paced project environment Skills Set * HV Electrical Design * High Voltage Substations * DEWA Standards * IEC Standards * Electrical Engineering * Load Analysis * Cable Sizing * Protection Coordination * Switchgear Design * AutoCAD * ETAP * Dialux * Technical Submittals * Tender Support * Authority Approvals * Design Calculations * Consultant Coordination * Contractor Coordination * Power Distribution Systems * Electrical Documentation Why Join Us * Work on technically important HV substation and electrical infrastructure designs for major UAE development projects * Gain valuable exposure to DEWA-compliant design engineering, authority approvals, and international electrical standards * Strengthen your career in high-voltage systems, substations, cabling, switchgear, and technical project support * Join a construction-driven real estate development environment where design accuracy, compliance, quality, and timely execution support successful project delivery About the Company Azizi Developments is a Dubai-based real estate developer delivering residential and commercial projects across the United Arab Emirates. The company is known for quality construction, customer-focused communities, transparent delivery, and a construction-driven approach that gives engineering professionals the opportunity to support high-value projects in the UAE real estate market.
