Job Description

Position:

Electrical Design Engineer

Sector:

Oil & Gas

Experience:

Minimum 8+ Years

Industry:

Engineering Consultancy

Project Location:

GCC

Availability:

Immediate Joiners Preferred



The Electrical Design Engineer will be responsible for the design, review, and coordination of electrical systems for Oil & Gas projects, ensuring compliance with international standards, client specifications, and GCC authority requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Develop electrical designs for Oil & Gas facilities including substations, process plants, utilities, and offsite facilities. Prepare concept, FEED, detailed design, and IFC electrical drawings and documents. Design and calculate LV, MV, and HV systems including power distribution, lighting, earthing, lightning protection, and cathodic protection interfaces. Perform load calculations, short circuit analysis, voltage drop, motor starting, and protection coordination studies. Prepare single line diagrams, cable schedules, cable routing layouts, and equipment layouts. Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, API, NFPA, NEC, and relevant GCC authority standards. Review vendor drawings, datasheets, and technical submittals for compliance with project specifications. Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Instrumentation, Civil, and HSE disciplines. Support HAZOP, SIL, and other safety and design review workshops. Respond to technical queries, RFIs, and support construction-stage engineering. Assist in authority submissions and address comments from clients and regulatory bodies. Ensure designs are delivered in accordance with consultancy quality procedures and project schedules.
Requirements & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum 8+ years of electrical design experience in Oil & Gas projects. Proven experience working on GCC projects with engineering consultancies. Strong knowledge of LV/MV/HV systems and Oil & Gas design practices. Proficiency in electrical design software (ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT or equivalent). Working knowledge of AutoCAD; familiarity with SmartPlant, AVEVA, or BIM tools is an advantage. Solid understanding of hazardous area classification and explosion-proof equipment. Good knowledge of international codes and standards applicable to Oil & Gas projects. Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and meet tight project deadlines. Immediate availability preferred.
Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

what is your notice period ?
Experience:

Electrical Design Engineer : 7 years (Required) Oil and Gas: 5 years (Required) * ADNOC Project : 2 years (Required)