Specialist Electrical Engineer

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A Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required, with a Master's degree being an advantage. Candidates must have 15+ years of electrical engineering experience in oil & gas, offshore, EPC, or energy projects, including a minimum of 5 years in a specialist or senior role. Proven experience on offshore platforms and water injection projects is essential, along with strong experience in FEED, detailed engineering, EPC, and commissioning phases.

Job description / Role Job Type Full Time Job Location Abu Dhabi, UAE Nationality Any Nationality Salary Not Specified Gender Not Specified Arabic Fluency Not Specified Job Function Engineering - Mechanical & Aeronautical Company Industry Construction Belong, connect, grow, with KBR! The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets. Job purpose The 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 responsibilities Electrical engineering & design Develop 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 & distribution Design 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 engineering Provide technical expertise for procurement and evaluation of: Generators Transformers Switchgear (MV/LV) Variable frequency drives (VFDs) Motors UPS systems Battery chargers Lighting systems Cathodic protection systems Electrical heat tracing Participate in vendor evaluations, technical bid analysis, and supplier meetings. Hazardous area compliance Ensure 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 support Provide 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 management Coordinate 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 experience Experience with one or more of the following is highly desirable: Electrical systems Offshore power generation systems MV/LV distribution networks Emergency power systems Diesel generators UPS and battery systems Cathodic protection systems Lighting and small power systems Rotating equipment Water injection pumps Seawater lift pumps Booster pumps Variable speed drive applications Control & protection Electrical protection systems Motor control centers (MCCs) SCADA interface systems Power management systems (PMS) Emergency shutdown systems (ESD) Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering. Master’s degree is an advantage. Professional engineering certification is preferred. Experience 15+ 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 competencies Electrical system design Power system studies Load flow analysis Short circuit analysis Protection coordination studies Electrical equipment specification Hazardous area engineering Electrical safety compliance Vendor package engineering Commissioning & start-up support ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT PowerFactory IEC, IEEE, API, NFPA standards About the Company We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries. 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