Senior Electrical Engineer - Rig Power & Safety

Gulf Drilling International; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulf Drilling International seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to guide power generation, distribution and control systems across our fleet. You will ensure electrical safety, regulatory compliance, and high system reliability to achieve uninterrupted operations.

Extensive hands-on experience with OEM training, EX compliance, and protection schemes is required. The role is on-site in Qatar, offering a challenging environment with significant impact on asset integrity and crew safety.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience and OEM training on electrical systems, power generation, protection, MCC and transformers maintenance.
• Experience with drilling rigs (jack-ups/land) and EX installations certification is required.
• A degree in electrical engineering is preferred but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-level diagnostics for generators, switchboards, MCCs, VFDs, UPS and distribution networks.
• Guide rig electricians through complex troubleshooting and protection-system interventions.
• Ensure compliance with EX requirements, safety standards, and regulatory rules.
• Review maintenance strategies and testing routines for critical electrical equipment.

Skills

Electrical systems

Fault diagnostics

Troubleshooting

Regulatory compliance

Safety audits

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Gulf Drilling International seeks an experienced Electrical Engineer to guide power generation, distribution and control systems across our fleet. You will ensure electrical safety, regulatory compliance, and high system reliability to achieve uninterrupted operations.

Extensive hands-on experience with OEM training, EX compliance, and protection schemes is required. The role is on-site in Qatar, offering a challenging environment with significant impact on asset integrity and crew safety.