LEAD ELECTRICAL ENGINEER F / H

Cegelec Abu Dhabi; Zayed Military City; On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UAE is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee design, technical evaluations, and project management in the oil and gas sector. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical design, strong leadership skills, and be familiar with international standards. This role offers the opportunity to lead projects and work on innovative solutions in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years experience in oil and gas/petrochemicals.
• 5-10 years as Electrical Design Engineer, 2-3 years as Lead Engineer.
• ADNOC approved and relevant construction/commissioning experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design electrical equipment and systems (LV, MV and HV).
• Lead team of engineers and coordinate project activities.
• Conduct technical bid evaluations and manage contract issues.

Skills

Knowledge of International standards

Analytical ability

Communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Decision making

Time management

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDSA

CYMGRID

MS Project

Autocad

DIALUX

Job description

We are looking for a Lead Electrical Engineer who will report to the Project Manager.

Roles and responsibilities :

• To design electrical equipment and systems (LV, MV and HV).
• Technical and Commercial preparation including Planning, Organisation chart, RFQ,
• Technical and Commercial bid review and evaluation from OEMs, / Suppliers / Vendors,
• Man-hours estimation for engineering, construction, Testing and Commissioning, etc.

Development and review of :

• Design Basis
• Specification and Data sheets
• Develop single line diagrams & power distribution drawings.
• Equipment sizing and calculations.
• General calculations for cable sizing, lighting, earthing, busbars etc.
• Earthing Layouts
• Power Interconnection Diagrams
• Installation drawings
• Material Requisition (MR)
• Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE)
• Technical Queries (TQ)
• Material Approval Request (MAR)
• Evaluation of life cycle costs
• FEED studies for LV / MV / HV equipment and systems
• Communication systems and architecture (Power Management System)
• Knowledge in HSE studies such as HAZID, HAZOP, SIMOPS, Constructability, PHSER, etc.
• Knowledge of hazardous area classification
• Lead the team of engineers (in the discipline)
• Technical bid evaluation of OEM / Vendor / Sub-contractor offers
• Review of OEM / Vendor / Sub-contractor drawings
• Assistance with procurement
• Attending site survey and lead the site survey team
• Advise project management on technical issues
• Respect the Project budget and time frame
• Quality / conformity with technical requirements
• Correctness & verification of design output
• Contract review and management of engineering
• Involvement in FAT / IFAT (Factory Acceptance Test)
• Involvement in Site Acceptance Tests and Commissioning if required
• Preparation of Deliverable Lists (MDR / EDDR)
• Co-ordination with clients, OEMs, Vendors, sub-contractors, management and other disciplines.
• Participation in all the Technical Review meetings and Progress meetings as required

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering
• 10- 15 years’ overall experience in oil and gas / petrochemicals, Onshore and Offshore out of which 5- 10 years has been as an Electrical Design Engineer, and 2-3 years as a Lead Electrical Design Engineer.
• Relevant experience in construction & commissioning is preferable.
• ADNOC approved

Technical skills :

• Knowledge of International standards (IEC, IEEE, BP, SHELL DEP, NFPA, etc.), ADNOC ES, HAZOP, HSE, Environmental impact, Hazardous classifications.

Software :

• ETAP, EDSA, CYMGRID, MS office including access, Autocade., MS project, lighting calculation software (DIALUX).
• Analytical ability, communication, decision making, language – English, presentation skills, leadership, problem solving ,time management, autonomy, initiative ,contractual & commercial acumen, team building, adaptability, budget management, negotiation, delegation, problem solving, professional development.

Electrical Engineer • Abu Dhabi Northeast, Abou Dabi