Electrical Engineer – GL0011

Ably Resources; Italia; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Ably Resources is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer responsible for the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical systems in oil and gas facilities in Italy. Candidates will oversee compliance with designs and industry standards from development through to operations.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience, a bachelor’s degree, and strong skills in electrical design and troubleshooting. Knowledge of software like ETAP and standards like IEC and NEC is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of work experience in electrical engineering post-degree.
• Strong understanding of industry standards (IEC, NEC, etc.).
• Proven ability to write technical reports in English.

Responsibilities

• Design and oversee electrical systems installation.
• Review and approve electrical power distribution systems.
• Conduct inspections and testing of electrical equipment.
• Support operations in troubleshooting electrical systems.

Skills

Electrical design for oil & gas environments

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

ETAP

SKM

DigSILENT

Job description

Report to Jacket Engineering Coordinator, the Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of electrical systems and equipment used in oil and gas facilities. This includes ensuring safety, reliability, and compliance with regulatory and company standards across all project phases from design and construction to commissioning and operations, candidate responsibilities.

• Review and consent to the design electrical power distribution systems (LV, MV, HV) for oil and gas installations.
• Review the developed single – line diagrams (SLDs), load lists, cable schedules, grounding, and lighting layouts.
• Review and approve the selected electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS, batteries, and motors.
• Perform electrical system studies (load flow, short circuit, arc flash, protection coordination).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (IEC, NEC, IEEE, API, NEMA, ATEX).

Project Execution & Procurement:

• Review and approve vendor documents and technical specifications.
• Prepare Material Requisitions (MRs), Technical Bid Evaluations (TBEs), and equipment datasheets.
• Interface with other engineering disciplines, procurement, and construction teams to ensure design integration.
• Supervise installation of electrical systems and ensure compliance with approved designs and standards.
• Conduct inspection, testing, and pre – commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Participate in FATs (Factory Acceptance Tests) and SATs (Site Acceptance Tests).
• Troubleshoot issues during installation and commissioning phases.

Operations & Maintenance:

• Support operations teams in troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems.
• Review condition monitoring data (e.g., IR thermography, insulation resistance tests).
• Participate in root cause analysis for electrical failures.
• Ensure asset integrity and optimize electrical system performance over the asset lifecycle.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical design for oil & gas environments (onshore/offshore).
• Familiarity with hazardous area classification and equipment selection.
• Experience with electrical system modelling software (ETAP, SKM, DigSILENT).
• Understanding of electrical protection systems, earthing, lighting, and lightning protection.
• Strong analytical, coordination, and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university.
• Work experience of five (5) years in the sought discipline after earning the university degree.
• Excellent spoken and written English including proven ability to write reports.