Senior Engineer, Electrical Maintenance (Elect Maint Sect - PG - Das)

ADNOC (Abu Dhabi National Oil Company); United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy corporation in the United Arab Emirates is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to provide technical support for the maintenance of electrical equipment and systems. The role involves troubleshooting complex issues, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating activities with contractors. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have a minimum of 8 years of experience in a relevant industrial setting. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and development.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in electrical maintenance within a large industrial organization, preferably in Oil and Gas.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards like API and NFPA required.
• Expertise in HV installations and electrical automation systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical support for maintenance of electrical equipment.
• Troubleshoot complex engineering problems and provide resolutions.
• Conduct audits on electrical contractor activities.

Skills

Electrotechnical troubleshooting

Electrical distribution network knowledge

SCADA system expertise

Predictive maintenance knowledge

HSE procedures knowledge

Planning and organizing

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

JOB PURPOSE

Provide expert engineering technical support to ensure that electrical equipment, electrical distribution network and SCADA system of Plants are operated and maintained in line with best world‑class practices and standards.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Maintenance Planning, Execution and Expertise

• Provide technical input to update company Specifications to incorporate the latest industry trends and Company’s lessons learned.
• Troubleshoot and analyse complex engineering problems and offer effective resolutions to ensure that maintenance services are provided safely and efficiently.
• Represent the Plant in the Power GRID for power co‑ordination and studies.
• Co‑ordinate with ADNOC Refinery/GUP for any work and switching activities.(Specific to Ruwais).
• Co‑ordinate with TRANSCO / ADWEA / ADNOC-OS / Habshan-5 (SGP) any work and switching activities.(Specific to Habshan/Bab).
• Witnesses as required, the Factory and Site Acceptance Tests, pre‑commissioning and commissioning of equipment / systems and assures that installation / performance are in accordance with specifications and approved for construction documents.
• Maintain Electrical equipment in line with HSECES guidelines and ensure compliance to MAT requirements.
• Carry out periodical review and advice on updating material stock and directs revision of specifications in light of information from manufacturers including deletion obsolete & incorporation of new items, ensure availability of spares & materials.
• Closely monitor the Electrical contractor activities, by conducting audit and weekly meeting to highlight their shortfalls/drawbacks and suggest improvement for the effective implementation of scope in line with the Service Agreements.
• Diagnose, analyse and carry out root cause failure analysis, highlight reasons for equipment failure and advice on remedial measures to avoid failures. Also to study and carry out residual life assessment of critical electrical equipment and suggest corrective action to be initiated by respective area engineers.
• Monitor and analyze failure reports, identify bad actors (RCA) and initiate corrective actions and develop solutions to rectify the problems and improve the performance.
• Compile/provide input for preparation of Division/department Capital, EOM, MM, Operating, and 5 Yearbusiness Plan budgets, and monitor/control expenditures.
• Ensure the availability and reliability of Electrical system/equipment.
• Ensure smooth integration of new facilities such as modification/up gradation of existing facilities and addition of new trains.
• Conduct site engineering study to determine the feasibility of introducing modification to increase reliability and efficiency of the plant.
• Initiate and review plant change requests as per company procedure to equipment, units and plants as well as conduct site engineering studies to determine the feasibility of introducing modification and incorporate the same to increase reliability and efficiency of plant.
• Study and carry out residual life assessment of critical electrical equipment and suggest corrective action to be initiated by respective area engineers.
• Develop scope of work for major overhauls of electrical equipment & work service orders and mini projects, coordinate implementation with other Sections.
• Provide support to technical and minor projects for developing scope, execution & commission. To compile/provide input for preparation of division/department Capital and Operating budgets and monitor annual expenditure budgets.
• Develop and optimise Vendor, OEM and specialist contractor support and arrange specialist services.
• Carry out Technical Evaluation of bids related to Service Work Orders and Service Agreementsli>
• Evaluate and ensure that the Contractors designs are in accordance with the scope of work and facilities delivered to end‑user are safe, reliable, operable and maintainable.
• Develop comprehensive monthly & Annual Management Information System report covering all the major activities of the section, including profile and prepare various other presentations/reports as and when required.
• Follow the guidelines mentioned in Electrical Safety Rules (ESR) Electrical Safety Procedures(ESP) to ensure safe handling of fixed and portable electrical equipment for both employees and contractors working at facility.
• Coordinate with Projects, Engineering and Integrity & OE divisions (TE, OE, PX) for any studies / site related issues/ project scope development.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Minimum Qualification

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Professional Qualification.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

• 8 years of experience in engineering and maintenance of Electrical equipment within a large industrial organization, preferably in the Oil and Gas industry.
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards applicable to the oil & industries (API, ANSI, NEMA, NFPA, NEC/IEC, etc.) required.
• Good knowledge about monitoring and predictive maintenance programs associated with electrical systems.
• Knowledge about specification of Transformers, switchgears, motor controls, protection control system, SCADA system and variable frequency drives.
• Fair knowledge and experience on PLC integration with Power Management System with latest technology communication protocols.
• Expertise in resolving complex Engineering and maintenance issues such as HV installations and Protection, Electrical automation and power control systems, electrical variable speed drives, UPS, etc.
• Good knowledge about electrical safety requirements and HSE procedures & practices.
• Planning and Organising, Scheduling and Co‑ordinating, Checking, Examining and Recording.