Lead Electrical Engineer - Extra High Voltage (EHV)

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer specializing in Extra High Voltage (EHV) systems. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in the design of EHV substations and excellent skills in independent work and team leadership. Responsibilities include feasibility studies, preparation of engineering packages, and coordination with vendors. A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering is required, and applicants must be proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Conduct feasibility studies and provide engineering services for EHV substations.
• Prepare sizing calculations for EHV electrical systems.
• Develop GIS/Switchyard design engineering packages.
• Prepare electrical material take-off for substations.
• Create control and protection panel drawings.
• Review and approve vendor drawings.
• Coordinate with procurement for equipment ordering.
• Attend to client comments on design submissions.
• Respond to construction queries.

Skills

Reliable Engineer

Microstation proficiency

Knowledge of local Saudi Arabia Standards

Design practices understanding

Construction Practices knowledge

Proficient in English

Education

Bachelors of Engineering/Science in Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Job description

Title: Lead Electrical Engineer - Extra High Voltage (EHV)

Job Requirements

We are looking for 15+ years of experienced EHV Lead Electrical Engineer with proven experience in the design of Extra High Voltage (EHV) substations up to 380 kV for Refineries, Gas Plants and GOSP, Switchyard design, Gas Insulated substations (GIS) and distribution systems, (Experience in Engineering Consultancy, EPC contractor and Client domains) with good knowledge in local Saudi Arabia Standards, Standards NFPA 70,NEMA, & IEC Standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Feasibility Study, FEED engineering and Detail engineering services for EHV Substations both GIS and AIS modifications in Primary and secondary design & Oil and Gas plants electrical design power distribution systems.
• Preparation of Sizing calculation for all EHV electrical systems such as Power transformers, GIS gears, EHV Cables, Lightning and grounding systems.
• Preparation of GIS/Switchyard Design Engineering packages which includes
• overall single line diagram, Relay and Metering diagrams, Logic diagrams, Protection scheme, equipment drawings.
• Preparation of Electrical MTO for complete GIS/AIS substations
• Preparation of Control and protection panel GA/Scheme, interconnection drawings for 69 kV,115 kV,230KV AIS/GIS, Transformers, MV / LV Switchgear, etc.
• Preparation of MR's, TBEs, Review/approve of all vendor drawings for all substation equipment's, Co-ordination with Vendor
• Review of Technical offers for Electrical equipment / Packages
• Coordination with project procurement team for equipment ordering for complete power plant.
• Estimation of Design MH's for tendering purpose (Including bid clarification preparation)
• Response to Client comments on design submittals
• Response to Construction queries

Key Interactions

• Project Managers, Discipline Manager and Electrical Group Leads

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelors of Engineering/Science in Electrical and Electronics engineering.

Key Skills & Technical Competencies

• Must be a reliable Engineer who can work independently and able to lead/guide a team
• Must be proficient in reviewing/preparing design drawings using Microstation
• Knowledge of local Saudi Arabia Standards is an advantage
• Must have excellent knowledge & understanding of Design practices, Construction Practices and Procedures
• Must be proficient in English; oral and written communication.