Electrical Engineer jobs in United Arab Emirates

The Senior Electrical Engineer will serve as the primary contact for the Refinery on electrical technical and design matters.

Tasks include, but are not limited to:

1. Being the Electrical Engineering Subject Matter Expert for Cape Town Refinery.
2. Supporting compliance with Electrical Safe Work Practices Standards.
3. Providing input into Astron technical standards and procedures.
4. Performing and reviewing designs for:

• Electrical distribution systems (LV & MV)
• Power system protection, metering, and control systems
• Motor control centres
• Motor starters
• Motors
• Generators
• VSD applications
• Lighting
• Cathodic protection
• Earthing & lightning protection
• UPS installations
• Substations
• Distribution boards
• General electrical installations
• Electrical and Instrumentation interfaces

Additional Requirements:

• University degree - BSc Eng (Elec) or BEng (Elec).
• At least 8+ years of experience in Projects and Engineering within Refinery, Terminals, or Oil and Gas facilities, with strong site experience.
• Knowledge of applicable codes and standards such as SANS 10142, IEC, EX Standards.
• Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations related to Electrical Installations.
• Experience with electrical installations in hazardous areas and relevant standards.
• Strong technical knowledge of motors, transformers, protection, LV/MV switchgear, earthing, power cables, and power electronics.