Principal Electrical Designer - Offshore

About Us

Job Purpose

• The Principal Electrical Designer is responsible for leading electrical design and drafting activities for offshore oil & gas projects during the detailed engineering phase.
• The role ensures delivery of high-quality, compliant, and constructible design outputs aligned with project specifications, international standards, and client requirements.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise electrical design and drafting activities for offshore facilities.
• Act as focal point for multidisciplinary coordination.
• Develop and review drawings such as SLDs, layouts, cable routing, lighting, and earthing systems.
• Preparation of Substation/ Switchgear room layouts for offshore projects.
• Lead 3D modeling using SP3D / E3D and participate in model reviews.
• Support engineering deliverables, MTOs, and layout development.
• Ensure timely delivery in line with project schedules.
• Review vendor drawings and support technical clarifications.
• Ensure compliance with QA/QC, HSE, and hazardous area requirements.
• Mentor junior designers and support team development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma / Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 18+ years of experience in offshore electrical design.
• Experience in offshore EPC and detailed engineering projects.
• Should have experience of working in Offshore brownfield projects.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of offshore electrical systems (MV/LV, substations, lighting, earthing).
• Familiar with IEC, ADNOC standards.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SP3D.

HSE & Safety

• Knowledge of hazardous area classification and electrical safety in design.

Key Skills

• Leadership and team management.
• Strong coordination and communication skills.
• Attention to detail and quality focus.

Authority & Decision Making

• Responsible for technical quality of design deliverables.
• Supports project execution within schedule and budget constraints.
• Moving forward together
• We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact.
• So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
• We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace.
• Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.
• And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it.
• We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.
• Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.
• And there's no barrier to your potential career success.
• Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.