Lead Engineer-Electrical, Instrumentation & Telecom

Job Overview

Penspen is seeking a highly skilled Lead Engineer specializing in Electrical, Instrumentation & Telecom (EIT) to join their dynamic team in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. In this pivotal role, you will contribute to the design, maintenance, and optimization of critical energy infrastructure projects, ensuring the delivery of secure and sustainable energy solutions globally.

Company Overview

Penspen designs, maintains, and optimises energy infrastructure to improve access to secure and sustainable energy for communities worldwide. We help meet the world’s evolving energy needs by providing consulting, project, and engineering solutions across the entire energy project lifecycle. For over 70 years, Penspen has served clients with over 15,000 projects in more than 100 countries across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the UK, and Latin America.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Market Competitive
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: none
• Experience: 5 Year+

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, engineering, and execution of EIT aspects for energy infrastructure projects.
• Ensure strict compliance with international standards, codes, and client specifications.
• Provide expert technical guidance and support throughout all project lifecycles.
• Oversee the selection, integration, and commissioning of electrical, instrumentation, and telecom systems.
• Conduct detailed technical reviews and foster innovative engineering solutions.
• Mentor and support junior engineers, promoting knowledge transfer and team development.

Requirements

• Proven experience (5+ years) in Electrical, Instrumentation & Telecom engineering, ideally within the energy infrastructure sector.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in managing engineering teams or projects.
• Strong understanding of relevant international standards, codes, and best practices.
• Proficiency with industry-standard engineering software and design tools.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work on diverse and impactful global energy infrastructure projects.
• Competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• Be part of a collaborative and supportive international team environment.
• Contribute to a company committed to improving access to sustainable energy.
• Strong career advancement prospects within a growing global organization.