Electrical Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities:

1. Electrical and Instrumentation Design & Engineering:

• Lead the design and development of comprehensive electrical and instrumentation systems, including power distribution, control systems, and automation solutions for industrial processes.
• Perform detailed electrical load calculations, cable sizing, and fault analysis using advanced design tools and software.
• Develop instrumentation specifications (e.g., transmitters, sensors, actuators) for process measurement and control in line with industry standards (e.g., ISA, NEC, IEC).
• Prepare and review instrumentation loop diagrams, control narratives, and wiring diagrams. Design and develop SLD P&IDs and interface drawings for electrical and control systems.

Instrumentation and Automation Systems:

• Design and implement control systems using PLC, DCS, and SCADA for automation of industrial processes, ensuring reliability, scalability, and optimization.
• Program and configure PLCs (e.g., Siemens) and SCADA systems (e.g., WinCC,).
• Ensure accurate integration of field instruments with control systems, overseeing the selection and calibration of instrumentation for pressure, temperature, flow, and level monitoring.
• Develop control logic and communication protocols (Modbus, Profibus, Ethernet/IP) for system-wide integration and data acquisition.

Project Coordination and Management:

• Take the lead in coordinating electrical and instrumentation engineering tasks with multidisciplinary project teams, including civil, mechanical, and process engineers.
• Assist in developing project schedules, defining deliverables, and setting milestones for the Electrical & Instrumentation scope of the project.
• Provide leadership during design reviews, HAZOPs (Hazard and Operability studies), and risk assessments to ensure all safety and technical requirements are met.
• Regularly communicate with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to provide updates, resolve issues, and incorporate feedback into the design and execution phases.

Procurement and Vendor Liaison:

• Develop detailed technical specifications for the procurement of electrical equipment (e.g., switchgear, transformers, MCCs) and instrumentation devices (e.g., control valves, analysers, flowmeters).
• Evaluate and approve vendor proposals and technical bids, ensuring they meet project specifications, standards, and quality requirements.
• Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for major equipment, including functional testing of electrical panels, PLCs, and instrumentation systems at vendor facilities.

On-site Supervision and Installation:

• Supervise the installation of electrical systems (e.g., power distribution, earthing, lighting) and instrumentation devices (e.g., flow meters, analyzers, and control valves) on-site.
• Conduct site inspections to ensure that all installations conform to design specifications, standards, and project requirements.
• Provide technical direction to contractors and subcontractors, resolving any technical issues related to electrical and instrumentation installations.
• Ensure safe and efficient installation practices, complying with health and safety regulations, particularly in hazardous environments (e.g., Ex-rated zones).

Testing, Calibration, and Commissioning:

• Lead the commissioning of electrical and instrumentation systems, developing and executing test protocols and commissioning plans.
• Perform and oversee loop checking, signal verification, and calibration of all instrumentation devices to ensure accurate operation and data acquisition.
• Lead and supervise site commissioning activities, including troubleshooting, and rectifying any technical issues with control systems and field instruments.
• Prepare commissioning reports and documentation, ensuring that systems are handed over in full working order, meeting performance and safety standards.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Provide ongoing technical support for electrical and instrumentation systems post-commissioning, assisting with troubleshooting and root cause analysis for equipment failures.
• Develop maintenance strategies for electrical equipment and control systems, including predictive, preventative, and corrective maintenance plans.
• Train maintenance teams and operators on the safe and effective use of instrumentation and control systems.

1. Compliance and Safety:

• Ensure all designs and installations comply with local and international standards such as NEC, IEC, and ISA for electrical and instrumentation systems.
• Implement intrinsic safety and hazardous area classification requirements, ensuring that equipment and instrumentation meet Ex-rated zone standards.
• Work closely with the HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) team to implement safety procedures and ensure that all on-site activities meet regulatory and client-specific safety requirements.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Maintain accurate project documentation, including as-built drawings, data sheets, technical reports, test records, and calibration certificates.
• Prepare and submit weekly and monthly progress reports to project managers, highlighting milestones, potential delays, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all project close-out documents, including O&M manuals, maintenance schedules, and performance reports, are completed and submitted to clients.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of electrical design and instrumentation engineering principles.
• Proficiency in Electrical & Instrumentation design software (e.g., AutoCAD, ETAP, EPLAN) and PLC/SCADA programming.
• Familiarity with relevant codes and standards (NEC, IEC, ISA).
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for both electrical and control systems.
• Strong leadership, project coordination, and communication skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation engineering, particularly in industrial, oil & gas, power, or EPC projects.
• Proficiency in PLC, DCS, and SCADA systems.
• Knowledge of hazardous area equipment and intrinsic safety.
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification or equivalent is advantageous.