Principal Electrical Engineer – PSC

Principal Electrical Engineer – PSC

Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom

(Hybrid)

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Job Description

Wood is currently recruiting for a Principal Electrical Engineer (contract) to work in our Reading office. The role will be on a full-time basis working on our Clients Middle Eastern Oil & Gas project.
As a Principal Electrical Engineer you will be involved in electrical activities related to this Detailed Engineering scope of work.  You will ensure the work is in accordance with design standards and codes whilst co-ordinating with the rest of the project engineering teams.
You’ll need to utilise your extensive previous experience in FEED and EPC projects within the Oil & Gas Industry to review and deliver design packages.  This will be assisted by your knowledge of power systems and digital control systems.
Our Clients and Projects 
Designing the future. Transforming the world. 
Wood’s Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery.

Responsibilities

Review design packages for electrical systems and equipment (i.e., Power & Distribution Transformers, motors, generators, high voltage/low voltage switchgear / Motor Control Center (MCC), distribution network, control equipment, power outlets etc.) including drawings, datasheets, detail scope of work, calculations, Bill of Material / Quantity and preliminary cost estimates, Hazardous Area Classification and power System Study
Prepare the Project Design Basis Document as per the project scope
Prepare the entire project load lists based on the project scope
Produce technical reports for the scope of work, and technical specifications for specific electrical equipment
Assist in the electrical activities of engineering, procurement, and eventual construction (EPC) contractors during the Front-End Engineering Development (FEED) and design phase
Coordinate with Project managers to finalize the Electrical Engineering scope for the entire project / package
Carry out analysis of major equipment selected in the design package
Review and respond to technical and site queries
Experience in project execution in accordance with client’s and worldwide industrial standards
Monitor and review in coordination with client’s PMT the performance and work quality of the contractor
Ensure that the design work by contractor is in accordance with client’s design standards, applicable codes/regulations, and acceptable work practices
Assist the Project Managers and Project Engineers in evaluating Material Requisitions (MR), Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE) and Award Recommendation (AR) provided by Contractor and able to perform Procurement support
Review and evaluate Change Orders to ensure full compliance with standards and that costs are in line with project budget
Work closely with Engineering Teams during the project to ensure facility integrity in terms of HSE
Provide technical assurance for electrical discipline deliverables for projects
Recommend new improvement solutions for installations or modifications to improve existing facilities and standards
Good knowledge on Power system automation

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?
Expected:

Bachelor’s degree within the Electrical Engineering field or a BA in Science with a focus in Electrical Engineering
Extensive experience in design, engineering and construction
Must have FEED project experience
Engineer must be familiar with NEC, IEEE/ANSI, IEC and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices
Be fully familiar with analogue and Digital Control Systems including Power System Automation (PSA), DCS, PLC and SCADA controls
Thorough knowledge of the English language is required to perform the necessary in depth analysis and studies, make professional presentations and keep up with technical advancements

Desirable:

Ideally experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) or similar software and all Microsoft office
Certified Engineer

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.