Principal Electrical Engineer at Wood

Overview / Responsibilities

Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal Electrical Engineer with experience in the Oil & Gas, Petrochemical or similar sectors of the industry to provide support to our Client in the execution of projects.

Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities;

• Power systems design to client specifications and local/international standards and legal requirements
• Load schedule and equipment sizing calculations
• Integrate electrical design with other disciplines
• Electrical system studies using specialized software
• Protection grading studies using specialized software
• Equipment data sheets and material requisitions
• Assist designers with design drawings and cable schedule
• Contract requisitions works information and BOQ
• Technical bid evaluations
• Manage suppliers by reviewing documentation and attending factory acceptance test
• Support site team during construction and site acceptance testing of substation equipment
• Assist with commissioning and handover
• Perform such duties as may reasonably be assigned by the Chief Electrical Engineer.

Skills / Qualifications

Qualifications:

• BSc, BEng, BTech – Electrical Engineering Power
• Minimum of 15 years EPC or related experience
• Pr Eng, Pr Tech Eng registered

Desirable:

• SPEL, MS Access and ETAP/DigSilent competency

Knowledge, skills and experience:

• Low and Medium Voltage switchgear
• Protection system studies and grading
• Hazardous Area Classifications

Personal attributes:

• Problem Solving - Grasps new or unfamiliar concepts quickly and can effectively deal with complexity and ambiguity. Identifies issues in a constructive manner and recommends solutions. Uses innovative and novel approaches to find solutions
• Change and Adaptability - Gains awareness for, and an understanding of, the position of stakeholders. Readily adapts to changing circumstances
• Interpersonal Communications - Actively listens and seeks to understand others’ points of view. Communicates openly and honestly to all levels of the organization. Expresses ideas and exchanges information clearly and persuasively
• Planning, Organizing & Execution Prioritizes and plans work activities. Uses time efficiently and strives to ensure that agreed schedule undertakings are met.