Principal Electrical Engineer
Wood
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Reading • United Kingdom
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About the role
- Responsible for Electrical Power System studies and Electrical activities in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for Pre FEED, Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects within the energy sector
- Ensure the work is in accordance with design standards and codes whilst co-ordinating with the rest of the project engineering teams
- Utilize extensive previous experience in FEED and EPC projects within the Oil & Gas Industry to develop, prepare, review and deliver design deliverables and packages and carry out Power System Studies using specialty software like ETAP or equivalent
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree within the Electrical Engineering field or a BA in Science with a focus in Electrical Engineering
- Experience in design, engineering and construction
- Must have Pre FEED, FEED, EPC and EPCm project experience
- Must have experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) or similar software and all Microsoft office
- Must have Pre FEED, FEED, EPC and EPCm project experience of carrying our Power System Studies and driving project decisions based on study recommendations
- Engineer must be familiar with NEC, IEEE/ANSI, IEC and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices
- 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
- Experience of technical management of Third-party Power system study consultants
- Chartered Engineer (desirable)
- Experience of site support and construction during EPC phase of projects (desirable)
- Familiar with analogue and Digital Control Systems including Power System Automation (PSA), DCS, PLC and SCADA controls (desirable)
- Experience with Middle East based clients and Projects including Saudi Aramco (desirable)
Benefits
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across the energy transition, emerging and conventional energy sectors
- A caring team culture; we support each other professionally and personally, encouraging knowledge sharing across all areas of the business
- Energy Transition Academy; join a community of experts sharing your knowledge and gaining more exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems – delivered by experts in their field
- 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
- Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
- Flexible benefits package inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays),plus the potential for one additional ‘flex day’ per month. Further benefits include a generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
- Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
- Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
Electrical Power System studiesPower System StudiesElectrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP)Electrical designEngineeringConstructionPower System Automation (PSA)DCSPLCSCADA
Soft Skills
communicationtechnical managementpresentation skillsanalytical skills
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical EngineeringChartered Engineer