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KBR · Onsite · Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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Senior Electrical Engineer - Greenfield

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 Job Title:Senior Electrical Engineer - Greenfield         

KBR Abu Dhabi PMC Team is currently seeking experienced professionals for the position listed below in support of a major Offshore Project. The role will be based at either the Client's Office or the Contractor's Office in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

Job Purpose

The Senior Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, execution, and commissioning support of electrical systems for ADNOC Offshore Greenfield developments. The role ensures all electrical engineering activities are performed in accordance with ADNOC standards, international codes, project specifications, safety requirements, and project schedules.

The incumbent shall provide technical leadership during FEED, Detailed Engineering, Procurement, Construction, Pre-commissioning, Commissioning, and Start-up phases of offshore facilities, including wellhead towers, offshore platforms, central processing facilities, substations, and associated infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

Engineering & Design

  • Lead and execute electrical engineering activities for Greenfield offshore oil and gas projects.
  • Develop and review electrical design deliverables including:
    • Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
    • Load Lists
    • Electrical Equipment Datasheets
    • Power System Studies
    • Cable Schedules
    • Cable Routing Drawings
    • Earthing & Lightning Protection Designs
    • Hazardous Area Classification Requirements
  • Design and review power generation, transmission and distribution systems.
  • Assess electrical system performance, reliability, and integrity throughout project lifecycle.
  • Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API and relevant international codes.

Power System Engineering

  • Perform and review:
    • Load Flow Studies
    • Short Circuit Studies
    • Motor Starting Analysis
    • Relay Coordination Studies
    • Arc Flash Studies
    • Harmonic Analysis
    • Transient Stability Studies
  • Validate electrical network configurations and equipment sizing.
  • Review vendor calculations and simulation reports.

Equipment Engineering

  • Manage engineering and selection of:
    • Gas Turbine Generators
    • Diesel Generators
    • HV/LV Switchgear
    • Transformers
    • UPS Systems
    • Battery Chargers
    • VFDs
    • Motors
    • Lighting Systems
    • Cathodic Protection Interfaces
  • Coordinate with vendors during design, manufacturing, FAT and SAT activities.

Multidiscipline Coordination

  • Interface with Process, Instrumentation, Mechanical, Structural, Telecom and HSE teams.
  • Resolve technical issues and manage engineering interfaces.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary design reviews and HAZOP/HAZID workshops.

Procurement Support

  • Prepare and review technical requisitions, bid evaluations and purchase recommendations.
  • Evaluate supplier technical offers and participate in vendor meetings.
  • Review vendor drawings and documentation within project timelines.

Construction & Commissioning Support

  • Provide engineering support during construction and installation phases.
  • Review method statements, inspection plans and field engineering queries.
  • Participate in pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
  • Witness FAT, SAT and commissioning tests as required.

Safety & Quality

  • Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE requirements and project quality management systems.
  • Promote safe design principles and asset integrity throughout project execution.
  • Participate in design safety reviews and risk assessments.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
  • Master's Degree is advantageous.
  • Professional Engineering registration or equivalent certification is preferred.

Experience Requirements

  • Minimum 15 years of electrical engineering experience in Oil & Gas projects.
  • At least 8 years in Greenfield Offshore EPC/EPCM projects.
  • Strong ADNOC Offshore, ADNOC Onshore, Saudi Aramco, QatarEnergy or major international operator project experience preferred.
  • Experience covering FEED, Detailed Design, Construction and Commissioning phases.
  • Proven track record in large-scale offshore development projects.

Technical Competencies

Electrical Systems

  • HV/LV Power Distribution Systems
  • Offshore Power Generation Systems
  • Emergency Power Systems
  • Substations and Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers
  • Electrical Protection Systems
  • UPS and Battery Systems
  • Earthing and Lightning Protection

Software

  • ETAP
  • SKM PowerTools
  • DIgSILENT PowerFactory
  • SmartPlant Electrical (SPEL)
  • AutoCAD
  • MS Office Suite

Codes & Standards

  • ADNOC Engineering Standards
  • IEC Standards
  • IEEE Standards
  • NFPA Codes
  • API Standards
  • BS Standards
  • NEMA Standards

Behavioral Competencies

  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking.
  • Ability to work in multicultural engineering environments.
  • Strong commitment to safety and quality.
  • Effective planning and project execution skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • Timely delivery of engineering deliverables.
  • Compliance with ADNOC and project specifications.
  • Engineering quality and minimal design rework.
  • Successful closure of technical queries.
  • Support of project schedule and cost objectives.
  • Achievement of commissioning and start-up milestones.

Preferred ADNOC Offshore Experience

  • Offshore Processing Facilities.
  • Artificial Islands and Remote Wellhead Towers.
  • Offshore Substations.
  • Brownfield Integration Interfaces.
  • High Voltage Systems (11kV, 33kV, 132kV).
  • Electrical systems for unmanned and manned offshore installations.

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