Principal Electrical Engineer (PSC)

Principal Electrical Engineer (PSC)

Glasgow, Lanarkshire, United Kingdom

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

Wood Process & Energy is currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Electrical Engineer to join our Glasgow office for a period of 6-12 months. The successful candidate will provide expert electrical engineering support, contribute to the success of on-site projects, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams within the energy sector. 
What we can offer:

Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across renewables and emerging energy sectors
Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid and remote working where relevant
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business
Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession

Responsibilities

Lead engineering projects as assigned by the Electrical Discipline Manager, managing scope, change control, budget, and schedule
Provide electrical engineering expertise and contribute to the development of electrical studies
Originate, check, and delegate approval for electrical engineering design deliverables
Support the Engineering Manager, Project Manager, and delivery team with technical expertise
Resolve engineering issues in adherence to principles, codes, and standards
Ensure technical integrity of designs by following procedures
Support interdisciplinary considerations through design reviews and checks
Achieve safety standards, assess working practices, and drive continuous improvement
Adhere to health, safety, environmental, and quality systems
Ensure compliance of designs with relevant procedures, standards, and regulations
Manage assigned work within budget and schedule
Prepare estimates and schedules and participate in reviews
Maintain effective communication with clients and visit onshore & offshore assets as necessary

Qualifications

UK Bachelors Degree/HNC or equivalent with experience in the electrical engineering subject
Experienced engineer with sound technical background and expertise
Highly experienced in onshore & offshore site surveys and data gathering on brownfield projects
Experienced in the use of design and assessment methods used within discipline
Competent in use of analytical methods used within discipline including theoretical background for analysis programs
Aware of commercial, contractual and administrative aspects of engineering
Able to work with other disciplines and draughting sections to meet delivery dates
Experienced in quality control requirements and quality assurance for engineering work
Competent in design safety / environmental requirements and procedures 

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement 

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.