Senior Engineer - Electrical

WSP has a long history in the delivery of high-quality technical advisory and management consultancy services focused on Desalination/Conventional Generation and renewable energy sectors. We have worked on ground mount, floating and rooftop solar developments, including some of the world’s largest solar PV projects. We have established client relationships with some of the largest and most well-known developers, investors and lenders in the industry and we support their projects across the globe. Delivering high quality, proactive, prompt and up to date technical services to our clients is paramount. We offer services at all stages of the project lifecycle, with a particular focus on the following core services:

Role Summary

Applicant should have 5-8 years of experience on basic and detailed engineering design of Electrical works on Thermal power, renewable water, wastewater projects. Has a good knowledge of Electrical Systems and Physical design, the principles, and practices of related technical areas and of coordinating with other technical disciplines. Candidate should have exposure to IEC, US, Euro or any other foreign codes/standards and middle east local practices.

Responsibilities

• Technical review of electrical equipment sizing, specifications, technical datasheets, technical bid evaluation and vendor documents reviews of various electrical equipment like GIS, Switchyard equipment, Power Transformer, Busduct, MV & LV switchgear, MCCs, power & distribution transformers, EDGs, DC systems / UPS, Cables, generator circuit breaker, bus duct, lighting fixtures etc.
• Technical review of SLDs, protection & metering diagrams, switchgear scheme drawings and logic diagrams, relay setting & protection coordination of the system, cable sizing etc.
• Review of electrical layouts like raceways, lighting, grounding & lightning protection, Switchyard layouts etc.
• Working Knowledge of electrical system studies using ETAP software and conversant with short circuit, load flow, motor starting & voltage drop calculations.
• Participate in meetings with clients and contractors as on when needed.
• Maintain an awareness of technological advances and industry best practice.

Mandatory skills

• Possess good knowledge of international codes & standards and Industry practices focussing particularly on Middle East Markets.
• Experience in selection of electrical equipment.
• Interdisciplinary knowledge to coordinate with Mechanical, Electrical, C&I, Civil and Commissioning teams.
• Excellent Skill in oral and written communication, demonstrated skill in leadership.
• Self-propelled, plans, develop, schedule & coordinate the review engineering work within discipline on a multi discipline project or assignment.
• Technical design review of electrical equipment/systems on large scale projects. Reviews and approves key engineering drawings and calculations, including field and design documents relating to the discipline.
• Knowledge of related construction practices and the economics involved.
• Attend and contribute to team and project meetings and site visits.
• Knowledge of industry /regulatory codes and standards, and design and/or layout criteria.
• Knowledge of health & safety requirements and compliance.
• Lead by example and ensure QMS and Project Lifecycle compliance across team and projects.

Desired skills

• Experience in Advisory roles for Power plants, Substations, Water and Wastewater treatment plants particularly for Middle East Region.
• Knowledge of IWP/IWPP/ISTP/IWWTP contracts is an advantage.
• Knowledge of IEC codes and practices followed in middle east region.

Qualifications

• A recognized degree in electrical engineering discipline, from an accredited college or university.
• Relevant work experience of minimum 5-8 years for Owner/detailed engineering preferably in an engineering consultancy firm of power or water projects.
• Accountable for assigned activities in electrical engineering discipline. Applies broad and diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices to project engineering.
• Work in multi discipline team and support the discipline on the project to resolve technical questions and as required to assist work.

Software skills –

ACAD, MS office etc.

What if we can?

What if we can have work-life balance? What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs? What if we can be accepted for who we are? Here at WSP – we can!

WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives and making time for the other things in our life is important – be that our families, our friends or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time or having flexible start and finish time will help with this let us know as part of your application.

As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first class medical cover, paid professional subscriptions.

Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognise the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.  Here at WSP we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy or maternity/paternity. We will interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.