Electrical Engineer Head of Discipline I

Wood Group; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 149,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking an Electrical Engineer Head of Discipline I in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This role involves developing design solutions, managing projects, and leading teams to ensure high-quality deliverables. Candidates should have a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in engineering, extensive experience in the field, and strong leadership skills. The company offers comprehensive benefits including medical insurance, professional memberships, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

GOSI (Social Insurance)

End of Service Gratuity

Examination Leave

Professional Memberships

Inspire Awards

Long Service Award

Career Development Champions

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline.
• Chartership or relevant license preferred.
• Extensive experience in a technical expert role is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop design solutions and deliver high-standard products.
• Coordinate activities with other groups and clients.
• Prepare engineering development proposals and feasibility studies.
• Manage key stakeholders and supervise teams.

Skills

Extensive engineering knowledge

Supervisory experience

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or higher

Chartership or relevant professional license

Job description

Electrical Engineer Head of Discipline I

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently seeking a Electrical Engineer Head of Discipline I to support our Projects business in Al Khobar.

Responsibilities

What we can offer

• Medical Insurance-Ensures specialist care is available to you and eligible family members residing in country. Pre-existing medical conditions are covered. No limit on number of children covered under the policy however age and coverage limits apply in line with KSA CCHI rules. Option to select higher medical cover payable at employees own expense.
• Employee Assistance Programme-Allows you to feel comfortable knowing that you or your immediate family members can confidentially discuss any work or personal issues that are an inevitable part of life. The program helps support your mental, physical, social & financial well‑being.
• GOSI (Social Insurance)-Payable to KSA employees, social insurance contributions are paid by the company in line with Government legislation to cover occupational hazards.
• End of Service Gratuity-In line with KSA Labour Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• Examination Leave-Upon company approval to enroll in an education institute or to continue within such institution, employees have the right to fully paid leave to sit for an examination of an unrepeated year. Leave duration is based on the days of actual examination and must be applied for no less than fifteen days prior exam
• Professional Memberships -One professional membership, registration, subscription, certification and/or license cost per annum for all active Wood employees. The membership must be relevant to the role you are currently employed in or be part of a development plan. Reimbursement should be claimed via the expenses procedure system, with supporting evidence.
• Inspire Awards -Our annual awards programme is all about recognising and celebrating our inspirational colleagues – those designing the future, upholding our values and playing a pivotal role in delivering our strategy. Employees can recognise those who inspire them and make their day by nominating them for their hard work, innovation and tenacity.
• Long Service Award-Wood values the commitment and loyalty of our people. Celebrating Long Service provides an opportunity for the business to demonstrate their appreciation of the hard work, dedication and many years’ service of our employees at 5 year service milestones.
• Career Development Champions-Prioritizes structured growth through goal setting and resource utilization. Employees use tools for planning and feedback, with managers actively coaching and mentoring to support advancement. Continuous learning and development are emphasized to help employees achieve their career goals effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develops design solutions according to requirements, to deliver products, equipment, materials, etc. of the highest standard.
• Directs scheduling, cost control and technical conformance during design phase of projects
• Coordinates activities with other groups and clients
• Continuous promotion of, and adherence to, the discipline specific procedures and providing feedback for continuous improvement.
• Participate in or lead incident investigations as required.
• Participates in establishing design constraints.
• Prepares engineering development proposals and feasibility studies.
• May develop new or modified components, products, manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.
• Plans and carries out assigned projects, resolves most of the conflicts, coordinates work with others and interprets policy on own initiative
• Reviews technical feasibility of proposed solutions to engineering problems.
• Personally helps solve difficult technical problems.
• Anticipates potential problems, solves complex problems through creative thinking and creative use of internal and external resources both inside and outside of discipline expertise
• Acts to prevent conditions from getting out of hand or to resolve and issues as they see fit and reports immediately
• Tracks and reports on the metrics which indicate their disciplines progress on a project in relation to a plan
• Exercises considerable credibility, foresight and judgement in conceiving, planning and delivering initiatives
• Uses deep professional knowledge and acumen to advise functional leaders.
• Works with project groups as an expert technical advisor on designs, processes and engineering methods
• Solves problems requiring application of research data in own and allied professional disciplines; exercises mature business judgment in devising practical, economical solutions.
• Establishes the need for investigation and research and participates in the development of long‑range plans and project goals
• Perform the role of Technical Authority when appointed to do so.
• Proactively supports the introduction of innovation, new ideas and practices to improve overall performance
• Contributes to business development through regular engagement, relationship building and delivery to clients, as well as identifying and pursuing opportunities to expand scope of work for Wood.
• Represents the company as a thought‑leader at conferences and other public events
• Supporting and supervising tasks delegated to direct reports
• Provides technical guidance and direction to less experienced staff.
• Management of key stakeholders in the execution and delivery of contracted activities
• Provides coaching and mentoring for less experienced staff, supports the development and retention of motivated and competent people.
• Directs work assignments, scheduling, and reviews of work in progress.
• In consultancy business areas, may manage a portfolio of small projects, with responsibility for cost, schedule, resource allocation and risk.
• Supervises delivery of subcontracted design engineering
• Provide appropriate HSSE leadership including compliance with site and office safety requirements and technical/design safety requirements

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges.

Qualifications

• ISCED Level 6 Bachelors (minimum), Level 7 Masters (preferred) or Level 8 Doctorate (desirable) Degree in engineering discipline, alternatively, tertiary level education combined with suitable industryexperience can be used to demonstrate equivalence
• Chartership or relevant professional license/registration preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Typically requires extensive experience and accomplishments resulting in recognition as a technical expert in a particular field.
• Typically requires supervisory experience and understanding of human relations, training,performance evaluation and health and safety
• Ability to effectively manage resources (personnel, equipment, materials etc) and inspire andmotivate a team
• Ingenuity and initiative to coordinate problem resolution and to executive the schedulerequirements within a team environment
• Effective communication skills with proficiency in technical writing and comprehensivedocumentation
• Possesses expert knowledge in more than one specialized field and broad knowledge of severalrelated disciplines in the function.
• Extensive knowledge of industry standards and specifications, engineering and constructionpractices
• Advanced knowledge of regulatory framework and associated legislation.
• Demonstrate current knowledge with industry and technology development within discipline.
• Pursue continual professional development, maintaining own skills and knowledge
• Excellent technical writing, communication and presentation skills
• Knowledge of relevant regulatory framework and legislation.
• Proficient in scope definition
• Possess a good knowledge of the various Business Units, Functions, Sectors and servicesoffered within business area, a good understanding of other Wood business offerings andability to network and connect internal stakeholders

Personal attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Able to communicate clearly verbally and in written form
• Able to demonstrate team working skills.
• High level of awareness and commitment to safety in all aspects of daily work. Strongorganizational skills and attention to detail.
• Highly motivated and demonstrates personal initiative.
• Possesses integrity, strong work ethic, positive attitude, and is dependable.
• Adaptable and flexible to the changing needs of projects.
• Team player that works well with supervisors, subordinates, peers and clients

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non‑exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.