Senior Project Engineer - Energy Industries EHouse

ABB Schweiz AG; Johor Bahru; Hybrid; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the energy sector seeks a Senior Project Engineer for EHouse FPSO projects in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. The role involves complex engineering tasks, including design evaluations and collaboration across disciplines. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering and relevant offshore project experience, with flexible hybrid working options.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid work options

Supportive, solution-oriented team environment

Exposure to advanced process automation technology

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Electrical Engineering, including 3 years in offshore FPSO projects.
• Understanding of IEC standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating and applying techniques for engineering assignments.
• Conducting system studies like load flow and transient analysis.
• Coordinating with diverse teams to ensure timely engineering outputs.

Skills

Knowledge of ABS and DNV standards

Proficiency with design tools

Strong communication skills in English

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Cable sizing software

Job description

Senior Project Engineer - Energy Industries EHouse

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This position reports to

Electrical Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you will work on EHouse FPSO projects of medium to high complexity, applying basic design thinking and design for excellence concepts. The work model is hybrid and onsite, based in Johor Bahru, Malaysia. You will be responsible for:

1. Evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques to perform engineering assignments in areas such as:
2. Developing Key Single Line Diagrams (SLD) & Protection SLDs
3. Conducting system studies like load flow, short circuit, and transient analysis
4. Performing designing calculations including transformer and battery sizing, earthing, cable sizing, and lighting
5. Preparing data sheets and specifications for equipment such as transformers, switchgear, UPS, bus ducts, and cables
6. Creating equipment layouts, cable routing, earthing, bus duct, lighting layouts, and fixing arrangements
7. Producing detailed equipment drawings for various electrical components
8. Coordinating with different disciplines and ensuring timely delivery of engineering outputs
9. Collaborating with customers and suppliers across locations

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 5-7 years of experience in Electrical Engineering
• At least 3 years in offshore FPSO EHouse projects
• Knowledge of ABS and DNV standards
• Proficiency with design tools like ETAP and cable sizing software
• Understanding of IEC standards is a plus
• Strong communication skills in English

What’s in it for you?

• Exposure to advanced process automation technology and impactful projects
• Supportive, solution-oriented team environment
• Flexible hybrid work options

More about us

The Energy Industries Division supports sectors such as hydrocarbons, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, power, and water. We focus on automation, digitalization, and electrification to help industries decarbonize and adapt to the energy transition, leveraging data, AI, and machine learning. With over 50 years of expertise, we deliver innovative solutions to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and minimize waste throughout the plant lifecycle. We value diversity and invite you to join us in making an impact. Visit www.abb.com to learn more about our solutions and your potential career path with ABB.