PMC Lead Electrical Engineer

-; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global engineering firm is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer – Offshore to oversee the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems on offshore platforms. This role requires at least 15 years of experience in the Oil & Gas industry, including 5 years in a similar position. The engineer will lead a team, ensure compliance with safety regulations, and develop maintenance programs for operational reliability. A comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development are provided.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Medical Insurance

Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance

End of Service Gratuity

Employee Share Plan

Commitment to professional development

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant experience in Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas.
• Minimum 5 years in a similar position managing teams.
• Strong command of international codes and standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of electrical systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Oversee maintenance programs for reliability.

Skills

Leadership

Electrical system design

Project management

Safety compliance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

ETAP

Navisworks

Lighting calculation Software

MS-OFFICE

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer – Offshore with a proven track record in overseeing the design, installation, and maintenance of electrical systems on offshore platforms to ensure safe and efficient operation for a high-profile client.

Our Clients and Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Across EMEA, our teams are providing solutions and expertise to support our growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets.

We are focused on growth and our strategy is centered around building partnerships with our clients across the three regions: UK, Norway and the Middle East and Africa.

What we can offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects: Delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: We are an organization actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
• Competitive renumeration package: With regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Medical Insurance: Ensures inpatient, and outpatient medical care is available should you require treatment
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: The company provides Life Assurance cover
• End of Service Gratuity: In line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit
• The Employee Share Plan: Gives you the opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company
• Long Service Award: Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years' service of our employees at 5 year service milestones
• Commitment to continued professional development: Development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections: Join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
• Energy Transition Academy: Join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems - delivered by experts in their field

The key objectives for this role are

• Leading the design and implementation of electrical systems for offshore platforms to ensure they meet project specifications and operational requirements.
• Ensuring that all electrical systems comply with safety regulations and standards to protect personnel and equipment.
• Developing and overseeing maintenance programs to ensure the reliability and efficiency of electrical systems.
• Managing electrical engineering projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Providing technical expertise and support to engineering teams and operations personnel.
• Identifying and mitigating potential risks associated with electrical systems on offshore platforms.
• Ensuring that all electrical work meets quality standards and specifications.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities:

• To lead the team of Engineers and Designers
• for the design and approval of all electrical work on assigned projects
• Ensure that detail design methods, standards and data used on assigned projects meet the Client's requirements
• Participate in project scheduling and project review activities
• Carry out calculations & studies required to finalize electrical equipment specifications
• Prepare material requisitions and technical bid evaluations for electrical equipment on assigned projects
• Assists the designers for the preparation of electrical drawings such as SLDs, Protection & Control schematics and layout drawings.
• Review vendor's document to ensure equipment vendors provide timely and quality input into design packages
• Review all third‑party discipline design work
• Understand the contract quality management system and ensure these requirements are met
• Actively communicate with other disciplines to optimize areas of interface, during the design development, review and check processes
• Proficient in the use of ETAP, Navisworks, Lighting calculation Software (Dialux etc.) and MS‑OFFICE
• Set up and maintain electrical databases on assigned projects
• Carry out electrical engineering work as required by the lead electrical engineer in accordance with the agreed project schedule
• Attend Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT's) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT's) for electrical equipment (or equipment with significant electrical content) on assigned projects

QUALIFICATIONS

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world's most critical challenges.

Expected:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or equivalent from an accredited university with a minimum of fifteen (15+) years of relevant experience in the Offshore/Onshore Oil & Gas industry, including minimum (5) years (preferred) in GCC region
• Must have at least five (5) years of experience in similar position in a mega Oil & Gas or Petrochemical projects. Managing team of Specialists, Senior Engineers and Engineers.
• Offshore experience is must, whilst ADNOC experience is desired
• PMC experience is required
• Fully coherent in all international codes and standards
• Excellent command of both spoken and written English is required
• Enthusiastic, conscientious and keen to learn / Flexible with a can‑do attitude
• Working hands on Experience on SPEL
• Must have working knowledge and experience of electrical discipline relevant offshore/onshore oil and gas industry codes, specifications and practices
• Previous experience of working in the Middle East would be an advantage

ABOUT US

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.