Lead Electrical Engineer

UCC Holding; Doha; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

UCC Holding is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer to head electrical design for Oil & Gas projects, ensuring technical leadership from concept to handover. You will oversee deliverables, system studies, and coordination across engineering disciplines, with a focus on safety, quality and client satisfaction.

The role demands a strong track record in engineering design, project delivery, and leadership of multidisciplinary teams on brownfield and greenfield projects in the Oil & Gas sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with professional registration preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering design and related activities.
• Experience leading site management and project execution in Oil & Gas.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, API, NFPA and relevant standards.
• Experience with brownfield and greenfield Oil & Gas projects is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering design activities from concept to execution.
• Review deliverables including diagrams, load lists, specifications and datasheets.
• Perform system studies, feasibility studies, and engineering evaluations.
• Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, civil and process teams.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to engineers and designers.
• Review contractor/vendor submissions for compliance with standards.
• Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling and resources.
• Lead site engineering activities during construction, commissioning and handover.
• Ensure HSE, quality and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in design reviews, HAZOPs, risk assessments and meetings.
• Monitor progress and report to management.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Report writing

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

PE certification preferred

Job description

The Lead Electrical Engineer is responsible for leading and managing all electrical engineering and design activities related to Oil & Gas projects. The role requires extensive experience in engineering design, fleet studies, design development, site management, and project execution. The incumbent will provide technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with industry standards, project specifications, safety requirements, and client expectations

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical engineering design activities for Oil & Gas projects from concept development through detailed engineering and execution.
• Manage the preparation, review, and approval of electrical engineering deliverables, including single-line diagrams, load lists, specifications, calculations, layouts, cable schedules, and equipment datasheets.
• Conduct and oversee electrical system studies, feasibility studies, and engineering evaluations to support operational and project requirements.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering activities and ensure effective integration with mechanical, instrumentation, civil, and process engineering teams.
• Provide technical guidance, leadership, and mentorship to engineers and designers within the project team.
• Review contractor and vendor submissions to ensure compliance with project specifications, international standards, and industry best practices.
• Support project planning, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation activities.
• Lead site engineering activities, resolve technical issues, and provide engineering support during construction, commissioning, start-up, and handover phases.
• Ensure adherence to HSE requirements, quality standards, and regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
• Participate in technical reviews, design reviews, HAZOP studies, risk assessments, and project meetings with stakeholders and clients.
• Monitor project progress and provide technical reports, recommendations, and updates to management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university.
• Professional Engineering certification or membership in a recognised engineering institution is preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in electrical engineering design and engineering activities.
• Demonstrated expertise in engineering design, system studies, design development, and related engineering disciplines.
• Proven experience in site management and project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and successful project delivery.
• Mandatory experience within the Oil & Gas industry.
• Strong knowledge of international standards and codes, including IEC, IEEE, API, NFPA, and other relevant industry regulations.
• Experience working on both brownfield and greenfield Oil & Gas projects is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective stakeholder and client relationship management skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and report-writing capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Mandatory Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in engineering design and related engineering activities.
• Proven site management and project management experience.Mandatory Oil & Gas industry experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Extensive experience delivering Electrical Engineering projects within the Oil & Gas sector.
• Strong background in engineering design, system studies, project execution, and site-based engineering activities.
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage complex projects from concept to commissioning.
• Experience working with EPC contractors and international engineering standards.