Principal Electrical Designer

KBR, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Designer with extensive experience in the design of substations and distribution systems within the Oil & Gas sector. This role requires a minimum of 15 years in FEED and detailed engineering, along with the ability to lead a team of designers. The ideal candidate will be proficient in Microstation and possess a deep understanding of design and construction practices. Join a dynamic team and contribute to large-scale projects that shape the future of infrastructure and energy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience in FEED and detailed engineering.
• Experience in Oil & Gas, hydrocarbon, and infrastructure industries.

Responsibilities

• Support and coordinate plant and facility layout.
• Develop Area Classifications drawings and equipment layout.
• Create physical design drawings and LV/MV schematics.

Skills

Design of substations

Transmission and distribution systems

Microstation proficiency

Design practices knowledge

Construction practices understanding

Leadership skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Equivalent Certification

Tools

Microstation

Job description

Title

Principal Electrical Designer

Overall Summary

Principal Electrical Designer with proven experience in the design of substations, transmission and distribution systems in the Oil & Gas, hydrocarbon and/or infrastructure industries. Minimum 15 years’ experience in FEED and detailed engineering of medium to large scale projects is required.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plant and facility layout support and coordination
• Plant and facility layout and distribution
• Develop Area Classifications drawings
• Develop equipment layout
• Develop Physical design drawings (grounding/earthing, lighting protection, lighting voltage drop calculations, AG Power & Control, UG Cable/conduit, cable tray designs, etc)
• Develop LV/MV schematics
  
  

Qualifications & Years Of Experience

Minimum Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Certification, with a minimum of 15 years’ design experience in Oil & Gas, hydrocarbon and/or infrastructure industries.

Key Skills & Technical Competencies

• Must be a reliable designer who can work independently and able to lead/guide a team of 5 -10 electrical designers
• Must be proficient in developing design drawings using Microstation
• Knowledge of Saudi Aramco CADD 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.
  
  

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