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Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
About the Position
The United Arab Emirates, especially Dubai, remains the top construction market in the GCC. The construction sector remains steady and is projected to grow in the coming years. The construction sector is one of the key drivers of the UAE’s economy. Over the years, Dubai has seen a huge demand for engineering professionals as the city will continue to develop this industry and make it one of the most attractive industries in the GCC region. There are plenty of engineering jobs available in Dubai. From mechanical to chemical, to project engineers, these professionals are vital in the construction industry and other industries in the emirate. Most engineers in Dubai work in the construction sector, while others like IT engineers and chemical engineers work across fields such as IT, pharmaceutical, and others.
Responsibilities
- Analyze, develop, and evaluate large-scale complex systems
- Improve or maintain current systems and create new projects
- Design blueprints, visit systems, and manage projects in the field
Requirements
- Creativity: Ability to think outside of the box and come up with new systems and ways to work
- Math: Understanding of mathematics, including mathematical analysis, calculus, and other mathematics for design and troubleshooting
- Communication: Good communicators who can communicate their plans, thoughts, actions, and rationale behind their decisions
- Project Management: Knowledge in managing time, supplies, personnel, and funds
- Mechanical: Understanding of the mechanical concepts and processes which underlie in each equipment used
- Problem-Solving: Ability to work on solutions and identify problems
- Teamwork: Ability to work with a team to develop systems, fix problems, or create solutions
Types of Engineers and What They Do
- Chemical Engineers: Use chemical process and biological process to produce materials or substances
- Aerospace Engineers: Deal with research, design, development, construction, testing, science, and technology of aircraft
- Civil Engineers: Design and develop different infrastructure projects such as roads, buildings, etc.
- Computer Engineers: Deal with the design and prototyping of computing hardware and software
- Electrical/Electronics Engineers: Focus on the production and supply of electrical power (Electrical engineers) and smaller electronic circuits such as computers (Electronic engineers)
Popular Career Options for Engineers in Dubai
- Auto Mechanic
- Environmental Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Project Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer
- Civil Engineer
- Technical Engineer
- Software Engineer
- Data Engineer
- Network Engineer
- Mechanical Engineer Entry Level
- Manufacturing Engineering Manager
- Quality Engineer
- Fabrication & Development Manager
- Aircraft Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineering
- Manufacturing Operations Professional
- Lighting and Design Engineer
- Industrial Engineer
- Facility Manager & Electrical Engineer
- Engineering Manager
- Electrical Engineer
- Materials Engineer
Salary
Engineers in Dubai typically earn around 144,000 to 270,000 AED per year. Mechanical engineers can earn up to 98,357 AED per year. Those with more experience and an engineering degree can earn even better. For example:
- Bachelor of Engineering (BEng / BE), Mechanical Engineering (ME) holders can earn between Dh161,370 and Dh357,000
- Bachelor of Engineering (BEng / BE), Electrical Engineering (EE) holders can earn between Dh175,732 and Dh343,124
- Bachelor of Science (BS / BSc), Mechanical Engineering (ME) holders can earn between Dh148,017 and Dh336,356
Requirements for Engineering Jobs in Dubai
- At least a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field
- Public licensure from your home country
- Relevant certifications and skills
- Knowledge of software such as Primavera, Autocad, and other engineering software
- Relevant experience as an engineer
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