Electrical Engineer

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Job Description

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Job Overview: The Electrical Engineer applies their conceptual knowledge of electrical engineering and with a moderate level of guidance and direction from colleagues and leadership, is responsible for solving a range of straightforward electrical problems. They will be responsible for analyzing possible solutions using standard procedures, as well as building knowledge of the company, processes, and customers. The Electrical Engineer understands key business drivers and applies this knowledge to solve problems in straightforward situations through analysis of possible solutions using technical experience, judgment, and precedents. Candidate shall have Offshore EPC project experience in O&G projects, preferably with ADNOC.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

Perform FEED, Studies, and detailed design engineering, analysis, and calculations on more complex and demanding engineering tasks
Apply knowledge and skills to complete varied assignments
Prepare clear and accurate detailed design calculations and analyses including design reports and procedures
Prioritize and organize own work to meet deadlines
Focus on completing work within budgets
Communicate and explain information in straightforward engineering activities
Gain familiarity with the project scope of work, specifications, schedule, and all inter-discipline requirements; including identifying concerns as early as practicable
Perform successfully tasks with reduced supervision
Recognize changes to scope and notify the Discipline Lead Engineer
Can coordinate work with the design team
Interface with all disciplines to develop clash-free designs
Interface with other departments to obtain input for Discipline designs and drawings
Document substantive communications (communications that result in significant decisions or assignment of actions) and forward copies to the Discipline Lead Engineer and Discipline Manager
Can prepare electrical specifications for materials and equipment with the guidance of a Senior Engineer
Provide required bid inputs as directed
Prepare sketches of detailed design to guide Designers
Assist procurement personnel in procuring discipline equipment, materials, and services
Procurement assistance includes preparing requisitions, evaluating technical quotations and preparing queries, compiling bid tabulations and recommendations, preparing purchase requisitions, and coordinating with Procurement to expedite vendor documents, as directed by Discipline Lead Engineer
Review MTOs for requisitions
Provide electrical input for mechanical Package units (requisitioning, TBE, SDR)
Check drawings
Check engineering performed by others within the Discipline
Review and check vendor and subcontractor submittals, checking for compliance with project specifications and providing comments as necessary
Perform design verification through single-discipline checks and assist with inter-discipline checks (IDC)
Keep the Lead Engineer apprised of all activities, progress, and concerns
Check final subcontractor and vendor data manuals to ensure that all requested data has been received and approved
Capture Knowledge Objects and enter MDRs K-now system
Develop an awareness of costs related to own work and of the discipline
Initiate and review material lists, P&ID, etc. for Electrical equipment, systems, and services to detailing scope
Prepare updated specifications and data sheets for Electrical equipment and bulk materials
Perform Electrical system studies and calculations
Must be able, under supervision, to determine the detailed aspects of an electrical distribution system
Prepare one-line diagrams and schematics diagrams
Prepare electrical equipment building layout drawings
Prepare lighting calculations and illumination study for the lighting system
Prepare load lists or update load lists issued by the Customer
Participate in FAT & inspection and preparation & resolution of punch lists on arrival of skid or material
Prepare a spare part list
Review the Pre-commissioning and commissioning index and provide technical assistance on-site during pre-commissioning and start-up as required
Review and provide input to secondary cable routing (branch cable trays, channel trays, single tubing, etc.) where detailing is not done
Advise fabrication yard of installation locations for small E&I equipment that are not sufficiently detailed in the AFC drawings
Prepare cable drum schedules
Prepare area classification documents with the guidance of a Senior Engineer
Identify special tools, equipment, and requirements for commissioning
Coordinate with vendors for installation pre-commissioning and commissioning
Prepare key project deliverables, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Specifications and Datasheets
- Electrical Load List
- One-line diagrams
- Motor control schematics
- Electrical building and equipment layouts
- Bills of Material
- Cable sizing calculations
- Conceptual studies and calculations
- Cost and planning studies
Support Project Development and Coordination, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Maintain and promote a focus on McDermotts end-product throughout engineering, fabrication, or construction
- Report to and coordinate with the electrical engineering project lead and electrical task lead, as applicable
- Communicate with electrical and other disciplines of engineering and design
- Coordinate and manage change with full awareness of project impact
- Assume responsibility for cost, schedule, quantity, and budget control
Develop and review vendor packages, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Create requisition packages for Substations, Transformers, and Electrical materials
- Create subcontract packages for Heat Tracing, Cathodic Protection, and Electrical Installation
- Review supplier documents for electrical and non-electrical packages
- Attend Inspection and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of electrical equipment, motors, and associated skids
Provide Site Support, including (but not limited to) the following:
- Provide off-site and on-site technical support to Construction personnel
- Coordinate with office personnel to resolve issues as needed
- Provide technical support for Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) of electrical equipment
- Assist with pre-commissioning, energization, commissioning, and start-up, as required by the project

Reports to: Project: Lead Engineer
Functional: Supervising Department Manager
Liaise with: All design/drafting disciplines, all Engineering disciplines, Fabrication group and Document Control
Supervises: Trainee Engineers

Essential Qualifications and Education:

Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Electrical Engineering
3-8 years of experience in oil and gas with a major contractor or consultant predominantly performing detail design
Preferably Registered Engineer in Training (ElT) or member of a professional engineering society
Familiarity with the content and application of standards, codes, and guidelines, including NEC, NFPA, IEEE, and ANSI, and the latest scientific and engineering methods
Technical knowledge of the detailed design engineering process
Experience with Smart Plant Electrical (SPEL), ETAP, and MS Office Suite including Excel and Word

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