Senior Electrical Engineer

Penspen; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join their dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. This pivotal role involves leading engineering performance on critical projects and providing expert technical design leadership. The ideal candidate will bring 10-17 years of Oil & Gas design experience, with a strong grasp of engineering processes and international standards. You will be responsible for the design of high voltage electrical systems, ensuring top-class deliverables while working independently. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to significant projects in a thriving region, where your expertise will directly impact the success of the engineering team.

Qualifications

• 10-17 years of Oil & Gas design experience required.
• Must have knowledge of engineering processes and design standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead discipline performance on projects and provide technical design leadership.
• Prepare engineering design documents and conduct technical analysis.

Skills

Oil & Gas Design Experience

Engineering Processes

Technical Analysis

Power System Analysis

Field Testing Procedures

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Master’s degree in relevant discipline

Tools

ETAP

CYME

Job description

We are currently looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer to be based in Abu Dhabi.

Main Purpose of Role:

Key Engineering Role within the business to lead discipline performance on projects & to provide expert technical design leadership and design assurance on projects as required.

Qualifications:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with relevant discipline from a recognized university.
• Master’s degree in relevant discipline will be an added advantage.

Knowledge / Experience (Skills):

• 10 - 17 years of Oil & Gas Design Experience.

Advantage:

• Previous experience in the region.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience as a Lead Engineer.
• Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in FEED projects.

Technical Knowledge and Skills (Discipline Specific):

• Knowledge of in-depth engineering processes.
• Experience with international codes, standards, and engineering practices.
• Must be experienced with all aspects of design from concept to detailed design.
• Technical analysis of engineering problems.
• Preparation of non-critical engineering design documents.
• Knowledge of detailed engineering of electrical systems including design calculations, protection and relay coordination, preparation of single line diagrams, layouts, schedules, specifications, etc.
• Must have experience in power system analysis using ETAP / CYME or equivalent, short circuit calculations, load flow calculations, harmonic analysis, selectivity analysis, and transient stability analysis.
• Knowledge of sizing and specifications of normal and emergency power generation and distribution, motor control centres, UPS, DC system, utility electrical systems, power, earthing, and lighting.
• Must have experience in the design of high voltage and high power electrical distribution systems.
• Knowledge of field testing procedures and field test equipment.
• Must have a demonstrable ability to provide top-class engineering deliverables, as directed by the Project Study lead, without constant supervision, as per company technical competency standards.

Location: UAE - Abu Dhabi

Job Family: Engineering

Type of contract: Permanent

Full / Part time: Full Time

Region (current): Middle East

Closing Date: 30 / 08 / 2024

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