Electrical Engineer – Oil & Gas

Electrical Engineer – Oil & Gas

Core Responsibilities

1. Engineering Design & Development

• Develop electrical system designs for LV, MV, and HV power distribution systems.
• Prepare single line diagrams (SLD), load lists, cable schedules, and equipment layouts.
• Design and specify:
• Transformers
• Switchgear (AIS/GIS)
• Motor Control Centers (MCC)
• VFDs and soft starters
• UPS and battery systems
• Perform short circuit, load flow, and protection coordination studies using ETAP or equivalent software.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, NEC, API, and local authority regulations.

2. Hazardous Area & Safety Compliance

• Design electrical systems for hazardous areas (Zone 0, 1, 2 / Class I Div 1 & 2).
• Select and verify explosion-proof (Ex) equipment.
• Conduct grounding and lightning protection system design.
• Ensure compliance with standards such as:
• IEC 60079
• API RP 500/505
• NFPA 70

3. Project Engineering & Execution

• Participate in FEED (Front-End Engineering Design) and detailed engineering phases.
• Review vendor drawings and technical submittals.
• Coordinate with mechanical, instrumentation, and process engineering teams.
• Support procurement activities including technical bid evaluations.
• Monitor site installation activities and ensure adherence to IFC drawings.

4. Installation & Commissioning

• Supervise installation of:
• Power distribution panels
• Cable trays and cable pulling
• Earthing systems
• Lighting systems (industrial & hazardous areas)
• Witness Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Perform pre-commissioning and commissioning of electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during startup.

5. Maintenance & Reliability

• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Perform root cause analysis (RCA) of electrical failures.
• Ensure reliability of motors, generators, transformers, and switchgear.
• Monitor power quality and energy efficiency improvements.
• Maintain documentation and update as-built drawings.

6. Operations Support

• Provide technical support during plant shutdowns and turnarounds.
• Conduct risk assessments and electrical safety audits.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and permit-to-work systems.
• Support emergency power and backup systems.

7. Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, method statements, and procedures.
• Maintain equipment datasheets and maintenance logs.
• Interface with clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities.
• Prepare project progress and cost control reports.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering (B.Sc. / B.Eng.) from a recognized university.
• Master’s Degree in Power Systems or Energy Engineering (preferred for senior roles).
• Professional registration (preferred):
• Chartered Engineer (CEng)
• Professional Engineer (PE)
• Member of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) or equivalent body
• 10+ years of experience in oil & gas projects.
• Proven experience handling large-scale power distribution systems.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and vendor management.

Familiarity with standards:

• IEC
• IEEE
• NFPA
• API
• NEC
• ETAP / SKM
• AutoCAD / EPLAN
• Dialux
• Knowledge of PLC, SCADA, and DCS systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Contract
Contract length: 10 months

Pay: Up to QAR10,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person