Senior Engineer - Electrical
Full Job Posting
Qualifications
- A recognized degree in electrical engineering discipline, from an accredited college or university.
- Relevant work experience of minimum 5 years for Owner/detailed engineering preferably in an engineering consultancy firm of power or substation projects.
- Accountable for assigned activities in electrical engineering discipline. Applies broad and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to project engineering.
- Work in multi discipline team and support the discipline on the project to resolve technical questions and as required to assist work.
- Possess good knowledge of international codes & standards and Industry practices focussing particularly on Middle East Markets.
- Experience in selection of electrical equipment.
- Interdisciplinary knowledge to coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, Civil and Commissioning teams.
- Excellent Skill in oral and written communication, demonstrated skill in leadership.
- Self-propelled, plans, develop, schedule & coordinate the review engineering work within discipline on a multi discipline project or assignment.
- Technical design review of electrical equipment/systems on large scale projects. Reviews and approves key engineering drawings and calculations, including field and design documents relating to the discipline.
- Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.
- Attend and contribute to team and project meetings and site visits.
- Knowledge of industry /regulatory codes and standards, and design and/or layout criteria.
- Knowledge of health & safety requirements and compliance.
- Lead by example and ensure QMS and Project Lifecycle compliance across team and projects.
- Experience in Advisory roles for Power plants & Substations particularly for Middle East Region.
- Knowledge of IPP contracts is an advantage.
- Knowledge of IEC codes and practices followed in middle east region.
Responsibilities
- Technical review of electrical equipment sizing, specifications, technical datasheets, technical bid evaluation and vendor documents reviews of various electrical equipment like GIS, Switchyard equipment, Power Transformer, Busduct, MV & LV switchgear, MCCs, power & distribution transformers, EDGs, DC systems / UPS, Cables, generator circuit breaker, bus duct, lighting fixtures etc.
- Technical review of SLDs, protection & metering diagrams, switchgear scheme drawings and logic diagrams, relay setting & protection coordination of the system, cable sizing etc.
- Review of electrical layouts like raceways, lighting, grounding & lightning protection, Switchyard layouts etc.
- Working Knowledge of electrical system studies using ETAP software and conversant with short circuit, load flow, motor starting & voltage drop calculations.
- Participate in meetings with clients and contractors as on when needed.
- Maintain an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice.
Mandatory skills
- Desired skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Desired skills
About WSP
WSP is a global professional services firm headquartered in Montréal, providing engineering, advisory, and science-based expertise. It serves clients across transportation and infrastructure, property and buildings, earth and environment, energy, water, and other sectors.
Visit company websiteJobs and hiring trendsApply for this job in 1 click
Skip the repetitive application forms
Install the Base Career Chrome Extension and autofill job applications across major job boards with your profile.
Trusted by over 500,000 job seekers on Base Career
More from this employer
More jobs at WSP
Principal Process Engineer
Cardiff, GBR
What if you could do the kind of work the world needs? At WSP, you can access our global scale, contribute to landmark projects and connect with the brightest minds in your field to do the best work of your life. You can
Site Technician (Geo-Environmental)
, GBR
What if you could shape a career as unique as you? At WSP, you can always find opportunities to grow and do what matters to you. Make the most of our global reach to discover new challenges and chances to work with diver
Lead Geotechnical Engineer
Anchorage, USA
Associate Consultant, Electrical Engineering
Baltimore, USA
Principal Process Engineer
Cardiff, GBR
Site Technician (Geo-Environmental)
, GBR
Senior Professional, Project Management
Tulsa, USA
Vice President, Civil TEC Leader
Valhalla, USA
Senior Vice President, Project & Program Management
New York City, USA
Senior Rail Vehicle Engineer
, CAN