Description
We are seeking a Principal Engineer - Electrical with 10-15 years of experience in basic and detailed engineering design of Electrical works on combined cycle projects.
The successful candidate will have a good knowledge of Electrical Systems and Physical design, principles, and practices of related technical areas, and coordinating with other technical disciplines.
Responsibilities:
- Technical review of electrical equipment sizing, specifications, technical datasheets, technical bid evaluation, and vendor documents reviews of various electrical equipment.
- Technical review of SLDs, protection & metering diagrams, switchgear scheme drawings, switchyard interface and logic diagrams, relay setting & protection coordination of the system, cable sizing etc.
- Review of electrical layouts like raceways, lighting, grounding & lightning protection, Switchyard layouts etc.
- Working Knowledge of electrical system studies using ETAP software and conversant with short circuit, load flow, motor starting & voltage drop calculations.
- Participate in meetings with clients and contractors as on when needed.
- Maintain an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice.
Mandatory skills:
- Possess good knowledge of international codes & standards and Industry practices focusing particularly on Middle East Markets.
- Experience in selection of electrical equipment.
- Interdisciplinary knowledge to coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, Civil, and Commissioning teams.
- Excellent Skill in oral and written communication, demonstrated skill in leadership.
- Self-propelled, plans, develop, schedule & coordinate the review engineering work within discipline on a multi-discipline project or assignment.
- Technical design review of electrical equipment/systems on large-scale projects.
- Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.
- Attend and contribute to team and project meetings and site visits.
- Knowledge of industry /regulatory codes and standards, and design and/or layout criteria.
- Knowledge of health & safety requirements and compliance.
- Lead by example and ensure QMS and Project Lifecycle compliance across team and projects.
Desired skills:
- Experience in Advisory roles for Power plants & Substations particularly for Middle East Region.
- Knowledge of IPP contracts is an advantage.
- Knowledge of IEC codes and practices followed in the Middle East region.
Qualifications:
- A recognized degree in electrical engineering discipline, from an accredited college or university.
- Relevant work experience of minimum 5 years for Owner/detailed engineering preferably in an engineering consultancy firm of power or substation projects.