ELECTRICAL DESIGNER
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Job Description
The Lead Electrical Designer will be responsible for leading and coordinating the electrical design scope of EPC projects from concept through execution. This role ensures design outputs are delivered on time within budget and in compliance with project requirements industry standards and regulatory codes. The position requires strong leadership technical expertise and the ability to manage multidisciplinary interfaces while providing guidance to design teams and supporting project execution through construction and commissioning.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop electrical engineering design plans scope of work deliverables and schedules.
- Ensure electrical design outputs align with project technical financial and scheduling objectives.
- Track and monitor progress of electrical design activities to maintain timely completion.
- Oversee coordination between electrical design and other disciplines (civil mechanical I&C) for seamless integration.
- Manage engineering interfaces with procurement construction and commissioning teams to prevent bottlenecks.
- Lead and mentor electrical design teams including internal staff and external consultants/contractors.
- Provide technical guidance direction and performance feedback to support team development.
- Identify and mitigate engineering risks related to cost timeline and quality.
- Ensure designs comply with international standards codes and client specifications.
- Implement design reviews safety checks and quality assurance processes to maintain high standards.
- Act as the primary point of contact for electrical design discussions with clients and stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates and progress reports to management highlighting milestones and challenges.
- Evaluate and manage changes to electrical design scope assessing technical cost and schedule impacts.
- Identify opportunities to optimize electrical designs for cost savings without compromising safety or performance.
- Prepare technical specifications and support vendor evaluation processes.
- Collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure materials and equipment meet design requirements and schedules.
- Support construction teams in resolving electrical design-related issues during execution.
- Assist in commissioning activities ensuring all electrical systems are tested validated and compliant prior to client handover.
KEY QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical design for EPC projects with at least 5 years in a lead or senior designer role.
- Strong expertise in electrical system design within oil & gas utilities or industrial sectors.
- Proven leadership and multidisciplinary coordination skills.
- In-depth knowledge of electrical codes standards and regulatory requirements.
- Strong communication problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
VERTICAL:
ENGINEERING
Employment Type
Full Time
