Principal Electrical Engineer

Job Summary

As a Senior Engineer of electrical in charge of execution strategy, execution plan, interface management, basic data, risk control, disigna philosophy, etc. Identify potential project risks and develop appropriate mitigate risk measures.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Communicate and coordinate with CLIENT on Elelctrical design philosophy and technical issue, and figure out the solution.
2. Coordinate with CLIENT, third parties as well as national and local regulations to solve relevant problems and closeout review comments.
3. Responsible for technical tender document review, technical clarification, prepare or review the TBE etc.
4. Provide technical training and guidance to designers on a regular basis, with no less than 6 times or 20 hours of training per year.
5. Be responsible for other related work assigned by company.

Education/Experience Requirements/ Certification

1. Bachelor degree or above;
2. At least 10 years of experience in electrical system design in the oil and gas industry, with at least 2 Saudi project leader;
3. Familiar with engineering professional knowledge, familiar with marine engineering electrical professional knowledge, technical specifications, international (including but not limited to API, ASME, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, etc.) specifications, industry regulations and policies, with experience in projects in the Middle Eas preferred;Familiar with offshore power system architectures (main power, emergency power, UPS)；Understands Saudi oil & gas industry specifics, including Saudi Aramco project requirements；Hands-on experience executing projects in Saudi Arabia/Middle East, adapting to local culture and environmental conditions；
4. Familiar with design processes of Saudi Arabian Oil Company , strong technical solution development and control capabilities, able to timely identify and solve problems, control and eliminate risks;

Behavioral/Technical Skills

1. Electrical System Design: Proficient in electrical system design for offshore platforms, including power distribution, lighting, grounding, lightning protection, and explosion-proof systems.Capable of designing electrical solutions compliant with international standards (e.g., IEC, IEEE, API, ATEX).
2. Power Equipment Selection: Experienced in selecting and specifying transformers, switchgear, distribution panels, VFDs, and motors.Experienced in explosion-proof ratings (e.g., Ex d, Ex e, Ex i) and ingress protection (IP) ratings (e.g., IP66, IP67).
3. Power System Analysis: Skilled in power system studies, including short-circuit current calculation, load analysis, voltage drop calculation, and power factor correction.Familiar with protection schemes (overload, short-circuit, earth fault) and relay coordination.
4. Automation & Control Systems: Knowledgeable in offshore automation system design, including SCADA, DCS, and PLC systems.
5. Cable & Wiring Design: Experienced in cable selection, routing, and layout design, considering environmental factors (temperature, humidity, corrosion) and mechanical protection.Capable of cable sizing, derating factor application, and cable tray design.
6. Proficient in using software required for electrical design: ETAP NAVISWORKS CAD WORD EXCEL, etc
7. Work diligently, rigorously, with a strong sense of responsibility, hardworking, and can work overtime according to work needs. Obey domestic or overseas business trips and work arrangements for going abroad;
8. Proficient in English listening, speaking, reading, and writing, with native English speakers being preferred;
9. Software Tools: Proficient in: ETAP:Power system analysis & protection coordination.AutoCAD Electrical / Eplan:Electrical schematic design.PDMS:3D modeling & cable routing.Dialux:Lighting design & simulation.

Employment Type

The employement type for this position is third-party staffing. The employees shall enter into an employment contract via HR agency and provide services to COOEC.