Senior Electrical Engineer

Roles and responsibilities

• To ensure all team members are competency assessed and maintain the competency of the team in line with company requirements
• To have single-point responsibility for all electrical engineering deliverables and ensure that they conform to all applicable engineering codes and standards as well as the Client’s policies and procedures
• Manage and report progress of all Electrical engineering and design budgets in line with contract requirements
• Manage engineering and design resource requirements in line with contract requirements
• Ensure compliance with management of change processes both technical and financial.
• To provide direction and guidance on technical queries relating to electrical engineering and raise appropriate EQ’s/deviations
• To participate in all project safety and design reviews as necessary
• To ensure that all work is completed without compromise to quality and is delivered according to the project schedule
• To promote safe behaviour at all times
• To provide sound technical advice and solutions to a diversity of technical problems within the discipline
• To co-ordinate with other disciplines during all stages of design development, construction, pre-commissioning, and start-up
• To provide technical support to site in terms of material inspection, Factory Acceptance Testing etc.
• To assist in the coordination of all activities related to electrical systems
• To identify any areas of concern with respect to progress and/or quality and recommend corrective actions as required
• To attend weekly progress meetings and generate status reports for the Engineering/Project Manager
• Promote and encourage smarter ways of working and champion continuous improvement within your department
• Ensure all lessons learnt are captured and shared
  

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering
• 15 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas industry
• Minimum of 6 years experience in similar role with PMC, have worked on ADNOC Offshore projects
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of electrical system design and analysis
• Thorough awareness of international codes and standards
• Familiar with the typical software packages that are used for electrical system design and selection including Smart plant

Desired candidate profile

1. Electrical Design: Expertise in designing electrical systems, including power distribution, lighting, and control systems.

2. Project Management: Strong skills in managing projects from concept through execution, including planning, scheduling, and budgeting.

3. Technical Proficiency: Deep understanding of electrical engineering principles, circuit design, and relevant software tools (e.g., AutoCAD, MATLAB, PSpice).

4. Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills to diagnose and resolve electrical issues efficiently.

5. Compliance and Standards: Knowledge of industry standards and codes (e.g., NEC, IEC) to ensure designs meet regulatory requirements.

6. Team Leadership: Ability to lead and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, promoting a collaborative work environment.

7. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, stakeholders, and team members.

8. System Integration: Experience in integrating electrical systems with other engineering disciplines and technologies.

9. Risk Management: Identifying potential risks in electrical designs and implementing mitigation strategies.

10. Research and Development: Familiarity with emerging technologies and innovations in the electrical engineering field.

Areas of Expertise

• Power Systems Engineering: Designing and analyzing power generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
• Control Systems: Developing control strategies for automation and process control applications.
• Renewable Energy: Experience in integrating renewable energy sources (e.g., solar, wind) into existing systems.
• Electronics Design: Designing electronic circuits and systems for various applications.
• Testing and Validation: Conducting tests and validations to ensure systems perform as intended.