Principal Electrical Designer

Technip Energies Abu Dhabi; Doha; On-site; QAR 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology and engineering firm seeks an electrical design expert with over 16 years of experience to lead electrical design efforts for complex oil & gas facilities. The ideal candidate will possess strong IT skills in AutoCAD and E3D, capable of independent working and ensuring designs meet safety and quality standards. Join a dynamic team in Doha, Qatar, and contribute to groundbreaking projects.

Benefits

Learning opportunities at T.EN University

Supportive work environment

Dynamic collaborations

Qualifications

• 16+ years of relevant core design experience.
• Independent working and checking capability.
• Strong IT skills in AutoCAD, MicroStation, E3D, and MS-Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead the electrical design for complex projects.
• Gather design inputs based on field surveys.
• Ensure designs meet quality and safety standards.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Promote continuous improvement in design processes.

Skills

Electrical design experience

Independent working

AutoCAD

MicroStation

E3D

S3D

Excel

Word

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Technip Energies is a global technology and engineering powerhouse. With leadership positions in LNG, hydrogen, ethylene, sustainable chemistry, and CO2 management, we are contributing to the development of critical markets such as energy, energy derivatives, decarbonization, and circularity. Our complementary business segments, Technology, Products and Services (TPS) and Project Delivery, turn innovation into scalable and industrial reality.

Through collaboration and excellence in execution, our 17,000+ employees across 34 countries are fully committed to bridging prosperity with sustainability for a world designed to last.

Job purpose:

• Takes the ownership of the specific tasks in a project
• Developing and checking Electrical deliverables
• Coordination with other disciplines, client, vendor, Subcontractor

Reporting lines and interactions:

• Hierarchically reports to: Lead Engineer.
• Operationally reports to: Manager HOD, Electrical Manager.
• Key interactions: Internally, externally as needed.

Main Accountabilities:

• Gathering design inputs based on field surveys before proceeding with engineering.
• Lead the electrical design efforts for complex onshore and offshore oil & gas facilities, industrial plants, and other large-scale projects, ensuring technical excellence and adherence to industry standards.
• Oversee and review the preparation of MDR, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Develop and approve detailed single line diagrams, metering, and protection diagrams, ensuring they meet project specifications and safety requirements.
• Design and validate substation layouts, including equipment placement, cable routing, and integration with other systems.
• Lead the development of field layouts, including cable routing, earthing arrangements, lighting, lightning protection, and stub‑up locations, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Supervise the extraction of MTO to ensure accurate procurement and resource planning.
• Prepare and review offshore electrical survey checklists, ensuring all site survey requirements are met for safe and efficient operations.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, fostering best practices in electrical design.
• Ensure all designs meet quality, safety, and environmental standards, aligning with project and client specifications.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems.
• Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and troubleshooting activities to resolve complex electrical engineering issues.
• Ensure timely and accurate internal and external reporting on engineering progress, issues, and risks.
• Promote continuous improvement in design processes, tools, and standards to enhance project delivery.

About you:

We love to hear from you and how you match with this position. To be successful in this mission you should consider the following requirements:

• 16+ years of relevant core design experience
• Independent working and checking capability
• IT Skills:
  • For 2D: AutoCAD / MicroStation
  • For 3D: E3D / S3D (Self and review)
  • Documentation: MS-Office (Excel/Word)

Your career with us:

Working at Technip Energies is an inspiring journey, filled with groundbreaking projects and dynamic collaborations. Surrounded by diverse and talented individuals, you will feel welcomed, respected, and engaged. Enjoy a safe, caring environment where you can spark new ideas, reimagine the future, and lead change. As your career grows, you will benefit from learning opportunities at T.EN University, such as The Future Ready Program, and from the support of your manager through check‑in moments like the Mid‑Year Development Review, fostering continuous growth and development.

Whats next?

Once receiving your application, our Talent Acquisition professionals will screen and match your profile against the role requirements. We ask for your patience as the team completes the volume of applications with reasonable timeframe. Check your application progress periodically via personal account from created candidate profile during your application. We invite you to get to know more about our company by visiting and following us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube for company updates.