Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical
Design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Oman with 2 recent postings.
A Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical in the GCC region requires communication, safety, compliance, quality control, hse. Design, develop, and evaluate the operation of marine vessels, ship machinery, and related equipment, such as power supply and propulsion systems. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 11,000 AED | 18,500 AED | 29,000 AED | 40,000 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 10,500 SAR | 18,000 SAR | 27,500 SAR | 38,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 11,500 QAR | 19,500 QAR | 30,500 QAR | 42,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 900 KWD | 1,550 KWD | 2,350 KWD | 3,300 KWD |
| Oman | 1,000 OMR | 1,700 OMR | 2,650 OMR | 3,650 OMR |
| Bahrain | 950 BHD | 1,600 BHD | 2,500 BHD | 3,450 BHD |
How Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Required skills
Top hiring companies
- TRACTEBEL
- ENGIE
Active markets
- oman
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Electrical engineering review for HV/MV submarine cable systems (design, routing, joints & terminations).
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Support marine cable installation (offshore cable lay, burial, landfall pull
- 03
Coordinate with stakeholders (Client
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OETC, EPC Contractor, Marine Contractors, Statutory Bodies & 3rd Parties).
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Perform quality control and site supervision for cable handling, jointing, termination, and route preparation.
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Review design documents, method statements, ITPs, QCPs, and ensure compliance with OETC standards.
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Provide testing & commissioning support (VLF, Sheath Test, OTDR, Insulation Resistance, Continuity).
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Monitor progress, prepare technical reports, and resolve interface issues.
What is the average Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Marine Cable Engineer - Electrical salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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