We have a current opportunity for a Electrical Engineer on a permanent basis. The position will be based in Hampshire.
Responsibilities (including but not limited to)
Act as lead engineer on Company projects, studies etc.
Undertake the competent engineering of electrical systems in accordance with specified procedures and plans.
Where required, supervise the activities of design team to complete activities to the required technical standards and project schedule.
Undertake short term visits to a wide range of operating site and geographic regional offices worldwide.
Coordinate and expedite discipline and multidiscipline interfaces for areas of responsibility.
Prepare man-hour estimates and planning activities for proposals and projects as required.
Critically review the suitability and accuracy of technical standards and procedures and develop new ones as required.
Be aware and evaluate the effect of new/modified legislation on plant design and performance
Ensure all activities necessary to guarantee the design of a 'safe' plant are performed.
Knowledge and Experience
Significant experience of technical and team leadership within a project environment working in the Oil and Gas Industry either as a Contractor or Oil Company Personnel. Experience preferred in Upstream Engineering.
Technically competent in all aspects of electrical engineering (Power Generation, Distribution, Transmission).
Experience in Concept, Basic/FEED and Detail Engineering projects for Oil&Gas (on-shore and/or off-shore).
Experience in development of power system studies and specifications (e.g. Load flow, short circuit, motor starting analysis); design of power distribution systems for electrical networks; electrical equipment specifications/datasheets for MCCs, MV and LV switchboards, asynchronous and synchronous generators, soft start units, VSDs, UPS systems, transformers, NER; schematics for switchboards, MCCs, generation systems and auxiliary equipment; substation, switch room and plant layout design; electrical surveys for O&G plants; preparation of requisitions for electrical equipment; technical appraisal of Vendor/EPICbids for electrical equipment/ scope.
Fully conversant with IEC standards and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices.
Experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) and all Microsoft office applications
Excellent knowledge of the English language is required in order to perform the necessary in depth analysis and studies, make technical presentations and keep up with technical advancement.
Experience on design of Floating Units (desirable).
Working knowledge of ETAP (desirable).
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree within the Electrical Engineering field or a BA in Science with a focus in Electrical Engineering; MEng desirable.
For further information about this position please apply.
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
