Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, with a Master's Degree being an advantage. Must have 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in Oil & Gas, Offshore, EPC, or Energy projects, with at least 5 years in a Specialist or Senior Electrical Engineering role. Proven experience on offshore platforms, water injection projects, or similar facilities is essential. Strong experience with FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and commissioning phases is required.
Description
Title:Specialist Electrical Engineer - Offshore Water Injection ProjectJob Title: Specialist Electrical Engineer- Offshore Water Injection ProjectKBR Abu Dhabi PMC Team is currently looking to fill a position of Specialist Electrical Engineer for an Offshore Project to be based in UAE ( Abu Dhabi) as soon as the administrative processes are completed, will then relocate to Spain Office and then return to Abu Dhabi. Job PurposeThe Specialist Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, engineering, review, and technical support of electrical systems for an Offshore Water Injection Project. The role ensures all electrical equipment and installations comply with project specifications, international standards, client requirements, and applicable safety regulations while supporting project execution from concept through commissioning and start-up.Key ResponsibilitiesElectrical Engineering & DesignDevelop and review electrical design deliverables for offshore water injection facilities.Perform electrical system studies including load flow, short circuit, motor starting, harmonic analysis, and protection coordination studies.Prepare and review electrical equipment specifications, datasheets, calculations, and requisitions.Ensure compliance with project requirements, IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, and client standards.Power Generation & DistributionDesign and review medium-voltage (MV) and low-voltage (LV) power distribution systems.Support electrical integration of water injection pumps, seawater lift pumps, and other rotating equipment.Review single-line diagrams (SLDs), load lists, cable schedules, and power distribution philosophies.Ensure reliability and availability of critical offshore electrical systems.Equipment EngineeringProvide technical expertise for procurement and evaluation of: GeneratorsTransformersSwitchgear (MV/LV)Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs)MotorsUPS SystemsBattery ChargersLighting SystemsCathodic Protection SystemsElectrical Heat TracingParticipate in vendor evaluations, technical bid analysis, and supplier meetings.Hazardous Area ComplianceEnsure electrical equipment complies with hazardous area classification requirements.Review and verify Ex equipment selection and installation.Support hazardous area studies and HAZOP/HAZID reviews.Ensure compliance with IECEx, ATEX, and project-specific offshore requirements.Construction & Commissioning SupportProvide engineering support during fabrication, installation, pre-commissioning, and commissioning.Review vendor documents and resolve technical queries.Support site troubleshooting and commissioning activities.Participate in FAT, SAT, and system acceptance testing.Interface ManagementCoordinate with Mechanical, Instrumentation, Process, Civil, and Project teams.Support client meetings, design reviews, and technical workshops.Manage interfaces with EPC contractors, vendors, and third-party consultants.Key Systems & Equipment ExperienceExperience with one or more of the following is highly desirable:Electrical SystemsOffshore Power Generation SystemsMV/LV Distribution NetworksEmergency Power SystemsDiesel GeneratorsUPS and Battery SystemsCathodic Protection SystemsLighting and Small Power SystemsRotating EquipmentWater Injection PumpsSeawater Lift PumpsBooster PumpsVariable Speed Drive ApplicationsControl & ProtectionElectrical Protection SystemsMotor Control Centers (MCCs)SCADA Interface SystemsPower Management Systems (PMS)Emergency Shutdown Systems (ESD)QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.Master's Degree is an advantage.Professional Engineering certification is preferred.Experience15+ years of electrical engineering experience within Oil & Gas, Offshore, EPC, or Energy projects.Minimum 5 years in a Specialist or Senior Electrical Engineering role.Proven experience on offshore platforms, water injection projects, FPSOs, offshore processing facilities, or subsea developments.Strong experience with FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, and commissioning phases.Technical CompetenciesElectrical System DesignPower System StudiesLoad Flow AnalysisShort Circuit AnalysisProtection Coordination StudiesElectrical Equipment SpecificationHazardous Area EngineeringElectrical Safety ComplianceVendor Package EngineeringCommissioning & Start-Up SupportETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT PowerFactoryIEC, IEEE, API, NFPA Standards