Specialist Electrical Engineer – Offshore FEED Project

Specialist Electrical Engineer – Offshore FEED Project

Location:

The role will initially be based in the Contractor's Office in Abu Dhabi, subsequently relocating to a FEED location outside UAE for 6‑8 months, and thereafter returning to UAE.

Duration:
Project until 2028 with possible extension.

The Specialist Electrical Engineer will provide technical leadership and oversight for electrical engineering deliverables during the FEED phase of offshore oil & gas projects under Client PMC. The role ensures electrical system design integrity, compliance with ADNOC standards, and seamless integration with offshore facilities while maintaining safety, reliability, and operability.

• Review and oversee FEED design for electrical systems including:
  • Power generation (gas turbines, generators)
  • Power distribution (HV/MV/LV systems)
  • Substations, switch gear, transformers
  • UPS, battery systems, and emergency power systems
• Ensure design complies with Client standards, specifications, and project requirements.
• Validate electrical load lists, single line diagrams (SLDs), and system studies.

• Review and approve EPC contractor FEED deliverables, calculations, and specifications.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure adherence to Client procedures and quality standards.
• Participate in technical bid evaluations and vendor reviews (FAT/SAT where applicable).
• Provide guidance and resolve technical issues during FEED execution.

• Review and validate:
  • Load flow analysis
  • Short circuit and fault level analysis
  • Motor starting studies
  • Harmonic analysis and transient studies
• Ensure system reliability, redundancy, and fault tolerance in line with project requirements.

• Review specifications and selection of:
  • HV/MV/LV switch gear and transformers
  • Cables and cable routing systems
  • Lighting systems (including hazardous area lighting)
  • Earthing and lightning protection systems
• Ensure compliance with Hazardous Area Classification (Zone 0, 1,
  2) and Ex requirements.

• Coordinate with process, instrumentation, telecom, mechanical, and structural teams.
• Ensure proper integration of electrical systems with offshore platforms, wellheads, and subsea interfaces.
• Support interface management between offshore facilities and onshore power systems where required.

• Ensure electrical designs comply with HSE, fire & gas, and emergency shutdown (ESD) requirements.
• Support HAZID, HAZOP, SIL, and electrical safety reviews.
• Promote inherently safe and reliable electrical system design (ALARP principles).

• Review constructability aspects related to installation, cable routing, and equipment layout.
• Assess offshore installation challenges and ensure practical design solutions.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning philosophies for electrical systems.

• Review and approve key FEED deliverables, including:
  • Electrical design basis and philosophies
  • Equipment datasheets and specifications
  • Cable schedules and routing drawings
• Maintain technical documentation, action tracking, and compliance registers.
• Provide regular updates to Client PMC management.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• Master’s degree is an advantage

• Strong knowledge of:
  • Offshore power systems and electrical infrastructure
  • ADNOC standards and international codes (IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API)
  • Hazardous area classification and explosion‑proof systems
• Experience with electrical system simulation tools (e.g., ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT)

• Strong technical leadership and decision‑making skills
• Excellent design review and analytical capabilities
• Effective contractor and stakeholder management
• Strong understanding of offshore FEED and PMC processes
• High attention to detail and risk mitigation mindset

• Minimum overall 15+ years of experience in the oil and gas sector.
• Minimum 5–7 years in offshore FEED / detailed engineering projects.
• Experience in WHT, subsea pipeline installation, and marine operations.
• 12–15+ years of experience in electrical engineering within oil & gas.
• Prior experience working in PMC roles and ADNOC Offshore projects is highly preferred.

Job : R2123607