Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC — a licensed, ISO 9001/14001 and OHSAS 18001 certified, ADWEA-prequalified electrical contracting company with over 10 years of operations across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and the UAE — is actively hiring Testing & Commissioning Engineers at both junior and senior levels for full-time, on-site roles in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Specializing in HV/LV systems, substations, generator maintenance, and MEP installations, Gulf Power is looking for engineers with strong IEC/IEEE technical knowledge, UAE authority compliance experience (ADDC, TRANSCO, AADC), and hands-on electrical testing and fault diagnosis skills to join their growing engineering team.
About Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC
Company: Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC — Abu Dhabi, UAE
Certifications: ISO 9001 · ISO 14001 · OHSAS 18001 · ADWEA Prequalified · Licensed & Bonded
Specialization: Substation Works · HV & LV Maintenance · Generator Maintenance · MEP Services
Coverage: Abu Dhabi · Al Ain · Dubai · Northern Emirates · 24-Hour Emergency Response
Standards: IEC · IEEE · DEWA · ADDC · AADC · TRANSCO · UAE Authority Regulations
Why This Gulf Power Testing & Commissioning Role Is a Career-Defining Opportunity
Established Contractor: 10+ years delivering HV/LV, substation, and MEP projects across Abu Dhabi and UAE — excellent technical pedigree and stable employment
Two Levels Open: Junior (2–4 yrs) and Senior (6–8 yrs) — engineers at both career stages can apply right now
24/7 Operations: Emergency response capability and diverse project exposure across all scales of electrical and MEP works
Tax-Free Income: Competitive testing & commissioning salary — zero personal income tax in Abu Dhabi, UAE
Position Overview
This Testing & Commissioning Engineer role at Gulf Power Electromechanical in Abu Dhabi is a full-time, on-site engineering position responsible for planning, executing, documenting, and overseeing the complete testing and commissioning cycle for HV/LV electrical systems, substations, generators, and MEP installations. You will review technical drawings and specifications, prepare method statements and test procedures, conduct functional and performance tests, troubleshoot and diagnose faults, coordinate with project teams and clients, and maintain accurate commissioning records and final test reports. Two career levels are open — Junior T&C Engineer (2–4 years UAE experience) and Senior T&C Engineer (6–8 years UAE experience) — giving engineers at different career stages the opportunity to join Gulf Power’s growing Abu Dhabi engineering team in 2026.
Why This Is the Testing & Commissioning Career Opportunity to Apply for in Abu Dhabi 2026: Testing and Commissioning Engineers with HV/LV, substation, and generator systems expertise are among the most consistently in-demand and well-compensated electrical engineering specialists across the UAE’s construction, power, and infrastructure sectors. Gulf Power’s ADWEA prequalification, ISO certifications, 10-year operational track record, and active presence across Abu Dhabi’s most important electrical infrastructure programs make this one of the most technically credible and career-enhancing T&C engineering positions available in the emirate right now. Don’t delay — email your CV to hr@gulfpoweruae.com today.
Key Responsibilities
Testing & Commissioning Planning, Execution & Leadership
- Plan, prepare, monitor, and coordinate project testing and commissioning schedules in collaboration with suppliers, vendors, clients, and site teams — ensuring all T&C activities are completed on time and within project program
- Lead and supervise the on-site testing and commissioning team — ensuring the safe, structured, and technically compliant execution of all commissioning activities from pre-energization checks through to final system handover
- Perform comprehensive testing, commissioning, troubleshooting, and fault diagnosis of HV/LV electrical equipment, power protection systems, generators, and MEP installations across projects of all scales
- Provide technical guidance, mentoring, and on-the-job training to junior engineers, supervisors, and technicians — building team capability and ensuring consistent standards of T&C execution across all Gulf Power projects
Technical Documentation & Report Preparation
- Prepare, review, and maintain complete technical documentation — including method statements, test procedures, risk assessments, inspection reports, commissioning records, as-tested schedules, and final handover test reports
- Ensure all commissioning documentation is accurate, complete, and audit-ready — meeting project specification requirements, client documentation standards, and UAE authority submission requirements
- Maintain meticulous commissioning records throughout the project lifecycle — ensuring full traceability between test results, punch list resolution, and final handover certification for each system commissioned
HV/LV & Substation Commissioning — Technical Execution
- Execute functional testing, protection relay testing, earth continuity testing, insulation resistance measurement, power quality analysis, and performance verification for HV/LV substations, switchgear, transformers, and associated equipment
- Commission generator systems and automatic transfer switches — verifying load testing performance, protection settings, fuel system integration, and compliance with ADDC, TRANSCO, and applicable UAE authority connection standards
- Diagnose and resolve electrical faults, protection malfunctions, control system failures, and MEP system issues during testing and commissioning activities — implementing effective corrective actions and documenting root causes
Client Coordination, Authority Compliance & HSE
Promote and maintain a safe working environment on site at all times — actively identifying hazards, enforcing safe work practices, and ensuring all T&C activities are conducted in full compliance with Gulf Power’s HSE standards
Coordinate professionally with clients, consultants, suppliers, vendors, and internal management throughout testing and commissioning activities — ensuring clear communication, aligned expectations, and smooth project implementation
Ensure all testing and commissioning activities comply with applicable IEC and IEEE standards, ADDC, AADC, TRANSCO, DEWA, and local UAE authority regulations, project specifications, and Gulf Power’s company HSE procedures
Participate actively in project meetings, technical reviews, progress discussions, and client coordination meetings — contributing T&C expertise to achieve project milestones and resolve technical concerns promptly
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements Who Should Apply?
International Electrical Engineers: With GCC substation or MEP commissioning experience seeking a full-time, stable, and technically diverse T&C engineering career in Abu Dhabi
Senior T&C Engineers (6–8 years): With UAE HV/LV substation commissioning leadership experience ready to lead Gulf Power’s senior T&C site teams in Abu Dhabi
Junior T&C Engineers (2–4 years): With UAE electrical testing and commissioning experience in LV, MEP, or substation environments looking to build their career at a well-established Abu Dhabi contractor
HV/LV Substation Engineers: With protection relay testing, transformer commissioning, and switchgear T&C experience in ADDC or TRANSCO-governed project environments
Generator & MEP Commissioning Engineers: With hands-on generator load testing, ATS commissioning, and MEP system testing experience on UAE construction projects
IEC/IEEE Compliant Engineers: With strong knowledge of applicable UAE authority standards and the professional discipline to produce accurate, audit-ready commissioning documentation
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized and accredited institution — mandatory educational requirement for both Junior and Senior Testing & Commissioning Engineer positions
Experience Requirements
- Senior T&C Engineer: 6–8 years of proven experience as a Testing & Commissioning Engineer in electrical, power, or MEP projects — UAE experience is mandatory
- Junior T&C Engineer: 2–4 years of relevant commissioning experience in electrical or MEP environments — UAE experience is mandatory for both levels
- GCC experience in substation projects, generator systems, and MEP installations is a strongly valued additional advantage for both positions
Technical Skills
- Hands-on, practical experience in testing and commissioning of HV/LV electrical equipment, substations, transformer systems, generator installations, and MEP system components
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power systems, protection relay systems, earthing systems, and testing methodologies relevant to commercial and industrial electrical installations
- Familiarity with applicable IEC, IEEE, DEWA, ADDC, AADC, TRANSCO, and other UAE local authority standards and safety regulations governing electrical testing and commissioning activities
- Excellent troubleshooting and fault-finding skills — able to diagnose complex electrical system failures and implement effective corrective solutions under site conditions
Professional Skills
- Strong analytical, technical documentation, and report-writing skills — producing clear, accurate, and professionally presented commissioning records and test reports
- Good communication, coordination, and teamwork skills — able to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams across client, consultant, and contractor organizations
- Willingness to work at project sites, respond to 24-hour emergency service calls, and adapt to varying project schedules when required by Gulf Power’s clients
About Gulf Power & Electrical T&C in Abu Dhabi
Gulf Power Electromechanical Contracting LLC is one of Abu Dhabi’s most experienced and credentialed specialist electrical contractors — prequalified by ADWEA, certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001, and licensed to deliver the full range of HV/LV, substation, generator, and MEP services across Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, and the Northern Emirates. With over 10 years of operational history and a team of highly skilled engineers and technicians capable of handling projects from routine maintenance through to complex substation commissioning, Gulf Power brings a combination of technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and genuine commitment to long-term client relationships that distinguishes them as a preferred contractor in Abu Dhabi’s demanding electrical infrastructure market. Abu Dhabi’s ongoing investment in power infrastructure, substation upgrades, and large-scale MEP construction programs — driven by Vision 2031 and ADNOC’s energy expansion agenda — ensures that experienced Testing & Commissioning Engineers remain among the most consistently employed and well-compensated technical professionals in the emirate’s thriving construction and power sectors.
Your Career Growth Path: Junior T&C Engineer → Testing & Commissioning Engineer → Senior T&C Engineer → Lead Commissioning Engineer → Commissioning Manager → Head of Electrical Engineering — a technically specialist, professionally respected, and financially rewarding career path built on Abu Dhabi’s most critical electrical power and MEP infrastructure.
Who Should Apply?
- Senior T&C Engineers (6–8 years): With UAE HV/LV substation commissioning leadership experience ready to lead Gulf Power’s senior T&C site teams in Abu Dhabi
- Junior T&C Engineers (2–4 years): With UAE electrical testing and commissioning experience in LV, MEP, or substation environments looking to build their career at a well-established Abu Dhabi contractor
- HV/LV Substation Engineers: With protection relay testing, transformer commissioning, and switchgear T&C experience in ADDC or TRANSCO-governed project environments
- Generator & MEP Commissioning Engineers: With hands-on generator load testing, ATS commissioning, and MEP system testing experience on UAE construction projects
- IEC/IEEE Compliant Engineers: With strong knowledge of applicable UAE authority standards and the professional discipline to produce accurate, audit-ready commissioning documentation
- International Electrical Engineers: With GCC substation or MEP commissioning experience seeking a full-time, stable, and technically diverse T&C engineering career in Abu Dhabi
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