Electrical Engineering Specialist

Position: Electrical Engineering Specialist

Location: Qatar

Job Purpose

The Electrical Engineering Specialist provides technical expertise and guidance throughout the EPC and start-up phases of projects, ensuring a smooth transition to operations. The role ensures that all electrical engineering deliverables meet the highest standards of safety, operability, reliability, and maintainability across the facility lifecycle.

This position acts as a key advisor to project teams, influencing design and execution decisions while balancing both capital (CAPEX) and operational (OPEX) considerations.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Technical Support

• Provide expert electrical engineering support across all phases, including design review, commissioning, start-up, troubleshooting, and failure analysis
• Review and validate engineering deliverables to ensure alignment with operational requirements and company standards
• Support high-risk and complex commissioning activities by optimizing system performance and ensuring readiness for operations
• Provide technical advice to cross-functional teams and contribute to multidisciplinary problem-solving
  
  

Project & Operations Integration

• Support EPC project execution and ensure seamless coordination between project and operational teams
• Facilitate project tie-ins and ensure safe, efficient integration of new systems into existing facilities
• Participate in engineering and operational readiness reviews, identifying risks and recommending mitigation strategies
• Maintain an Issue Register to track, escalate, and resolve critical technical challenges
  
  

System Reliability & Performance

• Develop and implement surveillance programs for critical electrical systems to ensure high reliability, availability, and cybersecurity compliance
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement initiatives and best practices
• Assess new technologies and ensure associated risks are properly mitigated prior to implementation
  
  

Contractor & Stakeholder Management

• Supervise and coordinate activities of contractors, consultants, and service providers
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including PMT, Operations, Engineering & Projects, and HSEQ teams
• Engage with external stakeholders such as EPC contractors, vendors, and subject matter experts
  
  

Leadership & Knowledge Sharing

• Mentor and guide junior engineers in technical and operational practices
• Promote knowledge sharing and contribute to the development of engineering standards and best practices
• Support organizational goals through leadership, teamwork, and active participation in departmental initiatives
  
  

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all activities comply with company Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) policies
• Adhere to company procedures, specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Maintain compliance with applicable legal frameworks, including anti-trust and corporate governance policies
  
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in the oil & gas or energy sector
• Demonstrated expertise in electrical systems within major EPC and operational environments
• Proven experience in commissioning, start-up, and troubleshooting large-scale industrial projects
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems design, operation, and maintenance
• Experience with reliability engineering, system surveillance, and performance optimization
• Familiarity with industry standards, engineering tools, and technical software