Senior Electrical Engineer (Offshore)

Duncan & Ross Consulting; Sharjah; On-site; AED 257,000 - 368,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in the UAE is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the engineering phase of an offshore oil & gas project. The role emphasizes electrical design and technical coordination, requiring 5-8 years of relevant experience, particularly in offshore projects. Candidates need a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and proficiency in tools such as ETAP or EDSA. The position involves preparing engineering deliverables, performing electrical calculations, and ensuring compliance with standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of Oil & Gas experience.
• Mandatory offshore project engineering experience.
• Strong experience in FEED / Detailed Engineering / Design phases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review electrical engineering deliverables for offshore facilities.
• Develop Single Line Diagrams (SLD) and cable schedules.
• Interface with other disciplines to ensure design integration.

Skills

Electrical design

Load flow calculations

Short circuit analysis

Cable sizing

Technical specifications preparation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

EDSA

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Electrical Engineer to support the engineering phase of an offshore oil & gas project. The role will focus on electrical design, engineering deliverables, and technical coordination, with mandatory offshore oil & gas project experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare and review electrical engineering deliverables for offshore facilities
• Develop and review Single Line Diagrams (SLD), load lists, cable schedules, and equipment layouts
• Perform electrical calculations including load flow, short circuit, voltage drop, and cable sizing
• Prepare technical specifications and datasheets for electrical equipment
• Review vendor documents and provide technical clarifications
• Interface with other disciplines to ensure design integration
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, offshore standards, and applicable international codes (IEC, IEEE, NEC)
• Participate in design reviews, HAZID / HAZOP / model reviews as required

Key Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 5–8 years of Oil & Gas experience
• Mandatory offshore project engineering experience
• Strong experience in FEED / Detailed Engineering / Design phases
• Proficiency in electrical engineering tools (ETAP, EDSA, or equivalent – preferred)
• Knowledge of offshore electrical systems including LV/MV distribution and hazardous area classification
• Ability to work independently and meet tight engineering schedules