Project Engineer - Grid Automation

Job description / Role

Job Description Summary:
As a Project Engineer, you will provide execution support for a portfolio of Grid Automation product Trading contracts (SAS, Telecom, M&D and Protection/Control Panel) for customers in North Africa & Turkey.

On this position with close coordination with Project Management, Sourcing, Procurement and Finance controlling team.

Essential Responsibilities:
• Manage the offshore project part and be the prime project contact for offshore contract execution.
• Execute Projects in collaboration with engineering department, contract admin, contract management, finance, procurement & other support functions.
• Be accountable for On Time Delivery, Sales, cash-in realization (& accurate forecasting), Risk management and Customer satisfaction.
• Follow project management best practices as per Project Management Handbook and specific Product line guidance.
• Monthly update on actions plans progress & Sales/cash forecasts.
• Preparation and presentation of project reviews.
• Contribute to Operation department development & Unit continuous improvement.
• Lead EHS/Safety actions and performance be fully compliant with Client rules and processes, ensure project teams (own and subcontracted) are properly trained and holders of required qualifications when required.
• Follow Client compliance Policies and promote open reporting.
• Support Commercial team by engaging as required in pre-contract process, providing return of experience, optimizing project costs & deliveries.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Min 5 years of experience in Electricity Grid project management or engineering mainly in Digital Systems and protections applications or Telecom in utility.
• Proficient in project management tools and procedures.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluent in Arabic, French and English
• Willingness to travel 50% of the time and must comply with all relevant company travel and tax policies.
• Following EHS Procedures and policies.
• Language fluency: English and Arabic required. French a plus.

Desired Characteristics:
• Bachelor’s or master’s engineering degree.
• Previous work experience in multi-cultural environment
• Engineering and Business knowledge, with experience in Digital Substation, Protection, Control, and telecommunication activities.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership and conflict resolution skills
• Familiarity with contractual terms.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple long and short-term projects simultaneously

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

Job Location
• UAE

About the Company

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