Responsibilities

Wood is expecting a contract award by August 2018 for a project based in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

We would be looking to hire a number of Engineering professionals upon contract award. We will contact you if your CV was found suitable to discuss a project and position details.

A Lead Electrical Engineer with proven extensive experience in the design of Power Generation Stations, Overhead line System, Substations and Distribution Systems in the Oil & Gas, hydrocarbon, and Infrastructure industries. Demonstrated leadership of a large team of electrical engineers and designers and experience in Conceptual, FEED, and detailed engineering of medium to large scale projects required.

• Significant knowledge of industrial electrical infrastructure including design experience in HV, MV and LV, embedded generation, protection circuits, grid connections, HV and LV switchgear and substation.
• Shall be familiar with Electrical Design in Pipeline projects (Onshore/ offshore) which comprise of pipeline, compressor station facilities, main line block valve stations, scraper launching and receiving stations, CP installation, SCADA system, other related equipment / installations.
• Shall be responsible for review of Specification/ Datasheet/ Material Requisition/ Technical Bid Evaluation and Vendor Documents
• Shall be responsible for review of Electrical Calculations (Equipment/ Lighting/ Earthing/ Lightning Sizing Calculations) and Electrical Layouts
• Wide knowledge in Electrical Power System Studies (Load Flow, Motor Starting, Short Circuit Harmonic Analysis), Protection Philosophy & Protection Device Coordination in E-TAP.
• Knowledge in Smart Plant Electrical.
• Carrying the responsibility for the project success and providing strong direction for the team
• Plans and manages the work, managing the financial aspects of the electrical discipline, including the man-hour estimates and manage discipline goals
• Responsible for design integrity of electrical scope, performance of assigned staff, on-schedule delivery of the work within budget
• Understanding of Project business case and reflect this in the work environment such as productivity, schedule, workhour control, innovation etc.
• Should have involved in development and implementation of activities such as the latest technology and methods to improve efficiency, accuracy and productivity for the department.
• Takes personal responsibility for safety and a healthy environment on the projects, and demonstrating this by example
• Should be responsible for ensuring that the Dept./Disciplines quality management system is followed taking into account any special contractual requirements
• Can work as an efficient team with project management and other disciplines, both within office and with client.
• Lead technical presentations to Clients and their representatives as required
• Contribute in people development (e.g. coach junior engineers).
• Serve as technical resource on all matters relating to electrical engineering

Skills / Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, and a minimum of 15 years in Oil & Gas industry, hydrocarbon, petroleum refinery, offshore, and infrastructure industries.
• Leadership skills in Electrical Engineering with ability to handle complex projects
• Excellent communication and co-ordination skills (both verbal and written).
• Flexible with respect to work, location and timing
• Expert knowledge & understanding of Design practices, Construction Practices and Procedures.
• Wide knowledge of codes and industry standards IEEE, NFPA, API, IEC, ANSI/NEMA.
• Knowledge of Design of CP System Design and Heat Tracing System Design and procedures will be an added advantage.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in the delivery of project, engineering and technical services to energy and industrial markets. We operate in more than 60 countries, employing around 55,000 people, with revenues of around $10 billion. We provide performance driven solutions throughout the asset life cycle, from concept to decommissioning across a broad range of industrial markets including the upstream, midstream and downstream oil & gas, power & process, environment and infrastructure, clean energy, mining, nuclear and general industrial sectors. We strive to be the best technical services company to work with, work for and invest in.

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.

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