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Vertiv Holdings · United Arab Emirates

# Sr. Project Engineer - MV Switchgear

United Arab Emirates Senior individual contributor Operations 

Listed on Vertiv Holdings’s official careers site. Posted August 11, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there.
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## Job description

Senior Project Engineer – MV Switchgear

### Job Summary

The Senior Project Engineer – MV Switchgear will be responsible for the end-to-end execution of Medium Voltage (MV) switchgear projects, ensuring compliance with technical specifications, project timelines, quality standards, and customer expectations. The role involves coordination with engineering, procurement, production, QA/QC, and clients/consultants to ensure successful project delivery.

### Key Responsibilities
- Project Execution Manage the complete lifecycle of MV switchgear projects from order handover to final delivery. Review technical specifications, SLDs, GA drawings, protection schemes, and project documents. Prepare and monitor project schedules, milestones, and deliverables. Ensure projects are delivered within budget, timeline, and quality requirements.
- Technical Coordination Review and approve engineering drawings, schematics, and technical submittals. Ensure compliance with IEC / IEEE / local utility standards. Coordinate with design, production, and testing teams for technical clarifications. Support value engineering and technical optimization where applicable.
- Client & Consultant Interface Act as the technical point of contact for customers, consultants, and contractors. Participate in technical meetings, design reviews, and project progress meetings. Address technical queries, deviations, and approvals.
- Procurement & Vendor Coordination Identify long-lead materials and critical components. Coordinate with procurement for MV breakers, relays, CTs, VTs, protection systems, and accessories. Review vendor documents and ensure compliance with project specifications.
- Manufacturing & Testing Support Coordinate with factory teams for manufacturing, assembly, and FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests). Ensure compliance with type tests and routine tests for MV switchgear. Witness or coordinate customer FAT and inspections.
- Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with ISO standards, QA/QC procedures, and project documentation requirements. Address NCRs, punch lists, and technical issues.
- Risk & Schedule Management Identify project risks and mitigation strategies. Track project progress, delays, and corrective actions.

### Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or Diploma in electrical engineering with 8–10 years of experience in MV switchgear / power distribution projects. Experience in project execution for utilities, industrial plants, data centers, or infrastructure projects.

### Technical Skills

Knowledge of MV switchgear (AIS/GIS), protection systems, and power distribution. Familiarity with IEC 62271 standards and protection schemes. Experience with protection relays, CT/VT selection, and interlocking schemes. Ability to review SLD, schematic diagrams, and GA drawings.

### Preferred Skills

Experience with EPC projects or turnkey power distribution projects. Familiarity with project management tools (Primavera, MS Project, Smartsheet.). PMP certification or equivalent is an advantage.

### Key Competencies

Strong technical problem-solving ability Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Strong planning and coordination skills

## At a glance
- Posted by the employer: Aug 11, 2026
- First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026
- Last checked: Oct 18, 2026
- Listed for: 68 days
- Location: United Arab Emirates[Apply on Vertiv Holdings’s careers site →](https://egup.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/20268439)

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