Design Engineer - Cable Systems
Posted date [2026-05-21]
(ID: 45491)
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ASMACS has a proven track record in a range of industrial services and innovative solutions. Our expertise in commercial trading and varied business interests makes us the partner of choice in the success stories of many startups and enterprise multinationals. Right from the mid-80s, we have been growing steadily and making an enormous contribution to various sectors like oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA – tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education and philanthropic activities. This has made ASMACS a unique and reliable choice of partner to work across different operational and engagement models.... |
Job Description and Requirements
Design Engineer - Cable SystemsJob Snapshot
Role: Design Engineer - Cable Systems
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering
Experience: 8-10 years
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
Design Engineer - Cable Systems in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is a specialized engineering opportunity within the Oil and Energy sector for experienced candidates with strong cable design, CAD drafting, electrical engineering, material selection, and project documentation skills. This role is suited for professionals who can support engineering cable design work for petroleum, oil and gas, power, testing, inspection, and certification-related projects.
The position requires practical design knowledge, technical accuracy, strong coordination ability, and the confidence to prepare reliable cable engineering outputs for industrial and energy-sector operations.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil and Energy
Function: Electrical-Electronics Engineering
Salary: 120000-180000
Estimated salary range based on similar jobs in the job city; please confirm the final offer with the employer.
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: India
Job Type: Full-time
Role Context
The Design Engineer - Cable Systems will support the development, review, and preparation of cable engineering designs for industrial, oil and gas, and power-related projects. The role is important for ensuring accurate technical drawings, proper material selection, project compliance, quality control, and smooth coordination between engineering teams, project stakeholders, and inspection requirements.
This position contributes to reliable project execution by combining CAD design capability, electrical engineering knowledge, technical documentation, and disciplined problem-solving in a fast-moving industrial environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Prepare cable design layouts, technical drawings, and engineering documentation using CAD software.
* Support the design of engineering cable systems for petroleum, oil and gas, power, and industrial projects.
* Review project requirements and convert technical specifications into practical design outputs.
* Assist in material selection for cables, accessories, components, and related electrical engineering requirements.
* Coordinate with project teams to ensure design accuracy, constructability, and compliance with project standards.
* Prepare, maintain, and update technical documentation, design records, schedules, and engineering files.
* Check drawings and design deliverables for quality, accuracy, completeness, and alignment with client expectations.
* Support project management activities by tracking design progress, deadlines, and engineering deliverables.
* Identify technical issues during the design process and recommend practical solutions.
* Work with inspection, certification, quality, and engineering teams to support smooth project approvals.
* Ensure assigned design tasks are completed within agreed timelines while maintaining professional engineering standards.
* Communicate clearly with internal teams and stakeholders regarding design updates, technical clarifications, and project priorities.
Ideal Profile
* BE, B.Tech, or Diploma qualification in a relevant engineering discipline.
* 8-10 years of relevant experience in cable design, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering design roles.
* Previous experience in petroleum, oil and gas, power, testing, inspection, certification, or industrial project environments is preferred.
* Strong working knowledge of CAD software for cable design drawings and technical layouts.
* Good understanding of electrical engineering concepts, cable routing, material selection, and technical standards.
* Ability to prepare accurate technical documentation and engineering reports.
* Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to review technical details carefully.
* Good project coordination skills with the ability to manage deadlines and support multiple deliverables.
* Quality-focused mindset with attention to design accuracy and compliance.
* Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with engineering and project teams.
* Indian candidates are preferred as this opportunity is exclusively open to India candidates.
Skills Set
* Cable design
* CAD software
* Electrical engineering
* Cable engineering drawings
* Material selection
* Project coordination
* Technical documentation
* Quality assurance
* Design review
* Engineering standards
* Problem solving
* Time management
* Team collaboration
* Industrial project support
* Oil and gas engineering
* Power sector design
* Testing and inspection coordination
* Certification project support
Why Join Us
This opportunity offers experienced cable design professionals the chance to work on engineering assignments connected to the oil and gas, petroleum, power, and industrial services sectors in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. The role provides strong exposure to technical design work, project coordination, quality-focused engineering processes, and large-scale industrial requirements.
It is a suitable career move for candidates who want to apply their cable design expertise in a structured engineering environment with attractive salary potential, professional growth, and regional project exposure.
About the Company
ASMACS has a strong track record in industrial services, innovative business solutions, commercial trading, and diversified operational support. With experience across startups, enterprise businesses, and multinational environments, ASMACS has developed a trusted reputation for supporting organizations that require practical execution, reliable service delivery, and long-term business partnership.
Since the mid-1980s, ASMACS has continued to grow across several sectors, including oil and natural gas, marine industry, civil construction, corporate services, IT services, IATA tours and travels, general trading, skill development and training, education, and philanthropic activities. This broad industry presence makes ASMACS a dependable partner for companies seeking flexible engagement models, skilled manpower solutions, and operational excellence across the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region.
