Job Title: Specialist Electrical Engineer - Offshore Project

KBR, Inc; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 1,250,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc is seeking a Specialist Electrical Engineer for an offshore project in Abu Dhabi. The role focuses on delivering electrical engineering expertise across FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC and commissioning phases, ensuring designs meet ADNOC Offshore standards and international codes.

Responsibilities include design reviews, coordination with multi-discipline teams and supporting offshore site activities, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering required; Master's considered an advantage.
• Experience in FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC and commissioning phases for offshore oil & gas projects.
• Strong exposure to offshore platforms, wellhead towers, substations and brownfield modifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review electrical engineering calculations, studies, and design deliverables for offshore oil and gas facilities.
• Develop and review SLDs, load lists, load flow studies, short circuit studies and protection coordination.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and participate in design reviews, HAZID/HAZOP/SIL/constructability workshops.
• Provide technical support during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore standards, IEC, IEEE, NFPA and applicable codes.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power system studies

Hazardous area design

Offshore experience

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree (added advantage)

Tools

ETAP

SKM Power Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL)

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Title: Job Title: Specialist Electrical Engineer - Offshore Project Belong, Connect, Grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. Job Title: Specialist Electrical Engineer - Offshore Project KBR is growing its Project Management Consultancy (PMC) team for an exciting, high-profile offshore development in Abu Dhabi. Job Purpose The Specialist Electrical Engineer is responsible for providing electrical engineering expertise during FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and commissioning phases of ADNOC Offshore projects. The role involves ensuring electrical systems are designed, executed, and commissioned in compliance with ADNOC standards, international codes, project specifications, safety requirements, and operational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Engineering & Design Perform and review electrical engineering calculations, studies, and design deliverables for offshore oil and gas facilities. Develop and review: Single Line Diagrams (SLD) Load Lists and Load Flow Studies Short Circuit Studies Motor Starting Studies Protection Coordination Studies Power System Analysis Earthing and Lightning Protection Design Electrical Equipment Datasheets and Specifications Design and review MV/LV power distribution systems. Ensure compliance with ADNOC Offshore engineering standards, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and international industry codes.
• Equipment Engineering Responsible for technical evaluation and specification of: Transformers Switchgears UPS Systems Diesel Generators VFDs Motors Lighting Systems Cathodic Protection Interfaces Hazardous Area Electrical Equipment Participate in vendor bid evaluations and technical clarifications.
• Project Execution Support FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, Brownfield, and Greenfield projects. Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams including Process, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Civil, Telecommunications, and Operations. Review contractor and vendor documents for compliance with project requirements. Participate in design reviews, HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, Constructability, and Value Engineering workshops.
• Offshore & Brownfield Activities Support offshore surveys, site visits, and shutdown activities. Review tie-in requirements and brownfield modifications. Ensure electrical system integration with existing offshore facilities.
• Construction & Commissioning Support Provide technical support during construction, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and start-up activities. Resolve engineering queries and technical issues arising during execution. Support FAT, SAT, and inspection activities.
• Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements and electrical safety standards. Participate in risk assessments and technical safety reviews. Ensure all electrical designs meet hazardous area classification requirements.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognized university. Master's Degree is an added advantage.
• Professional Certifications (Preferred) Chartered Engineer (CEng), PE, or equivalent. Membership in IEEE, IET, or equivalent professional body.
• Experience Minimum 12-15 years of electrical engineering experience in Oil & Gas projects. At least 5 years of experience in ADNOC Offshore, ADNOC Group companies, or major Middle East offshore projects. Experience in FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and commissioning phases. Strong exposure to offshore platforms, wellhead towers, substations, and brownfield modifications.

Software

ETAP SKM Power Tools DIgSILENT PowerFactory SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL) AutoCAD Microsoft Office Suite

Technical Knowledge

Power System Studies Hazardous Area Design Electrical Equipment Sizing Electrical Material Selection Earthing and Lightning Protection Offshore Electrical Systems ADNOC Engineering Standards IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API Standards

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