HV Switchgear Engineer

Transguard Workforce Solutions is the UAE's leading provider of unique and innovative HR solutions. With a decade of experience in the region and a team that possesses extensive knowledge of the market, we provide a fully integrated HR solution.

We are currently recruiting a HV Switchgear Engineer for one of our client, based out of their office in Dubai, UAE.

Job Summary:

We are currently looking for an experienced HV Switchgear Engineer with a strong background in the Oil & Gas industry to oversee the operation, maintenance, testing, and troubleshooting of high-voltage electrical systems. The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical distribution networks and critical power equipment.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive, corrective, and breakdown maintenance of HV/MV/LV electrical systems.
• Maintain and troubleshoot 11kV, 33kV, and higher voltage distribution systems.
• Operate, test, and maintain ACB, VCB, and SF6 circuit breakers from leading manufacturers such as ABB, Siemens, and Schneider.
• Carry out safe switching, isolation, grounding, and restoration of high-voltage equipment in accordance with LOTO and safety procedures.
• Perform HV cable jointing, termination, fault finding, and testing using specialized equipment.
• Conduct testing, calibration, and troubleshooting of protection relays and electrical protection systems.
• Maintain and operate transformers, VFDs, UPS systems, battery chargers, inverters, RTCC panels, and distribution boards.
• Support outage planning, commissioning activities, shutdown maintenance, and electrical system upgrades.
• Prepare and update control, protection, and electrical schematics for switchgear and control panels.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and HSE requirements.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8-12 years of experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical, Energy, or Industrial sectors.
• Proven experience with HV switchgear, transformers, protection relays, and power distribution systems.
• Strong knowledge of electrical testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance practices.
• Familiarity with RTCC panels, cathodic protection systems, fire alarm systems, and explosion-proof equipment is preferred.
• Sound understanding of electrical safety standards, OSHA requirements, and LOTO procedures.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and technical reporting skills.