Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. This July, we announced the construction of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.
As part of the EMEA Customer Projects Operations Team, the Project Operations Engineer is responsible for providing technical support to Design & Bid and Project Management throughout the project lifecycle, optimizing operational processes, and designing efficient workflows related to project data maintenance and governance.
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What you'll do:
- Charter preparation and support during the quoting stage of a project up to and including hand-over to the execution team
- Define and build Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) based on the technical scope of work and commercial obligations, and maintain the WBS in the ERP system with progress updates throughout project execution
- Prepare and maintain project documentation such as Project Charter and Project FMEA (Failure Mode and Effect Analysis)
- Assist in budget and financial analysis (cost planning)
- Oversee and coordinate projects, analyze, monitor, and oversee different aspects such as project planning, billing, and revenue milestones
- Review contracts and financials (contractual obligations, T&Cs), understanding and managing risks
- Evaluate the overall project (plan, risks, progress) utilizing data analytics
- Develop optimized operational systems and processes to improve efficiency and productivity
- Provide technical support and training, promoting best practices
Qualifications:
- Engineering Bachelor's degree
- 1-3+ years of experience in project execution/technical support
Skills:
- Proficient computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office products (PowerBI highly desirable)
- Ability to quickly learn new IT systems (e.g., ERPs) and platforms
- Basic knowledge of electrical power systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills (English)
- Ready to work independently
- Can-do attitude and interest in learning and growing, taking on new challenges
- Structured approach to problem-solving
- Meticulous and careful in work
- Right to travel within Europe
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What we offer
- Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
- Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
- Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
- Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
- Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
- Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
- Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
- Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
- Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model
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Living and Working in Dubai
Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world's most exciting cities.
Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton's Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!
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