Principal Electrical Engineer (Offshore)

About the Role
The Principal Electrical Engineer serves as the discipline technical authority and supports the lead electrical engineer for Offshore projects. This role is responsible for providing strategic technical leadership, ensuring engineering excellence, and overseeing the execution of electrical engineering activities during Conceptual Studies, FEED, Detailed Engineering, EPC, Brownfield Modifications, Asset Life Extension Projects, and Commissioning Support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and review electrical design philosophies, technical specifications, design basis, standards, and procedures.
• Prepare and review load lists, load calculations, cable sizing, earthing and lighting calculations including preparation of cable schedules and interconnection diagrams.
• Provide technical governance and ensure consistency of engineering deliverables across projects.
• Prepare material requisition and review for various electrical items like Transformers, HV/MV/LV Switchgears, UPS, Cables, and Electrical Bulks; perform offer evaluation, TBE, vendor drawing review, and attend FAT for all major electrical equipment/packages.
• Conduct technical review of mechanical packages including offer review, TBE, VDR, and coordination for engineering interfaces.
• Review offshore navigational light and helideck lighting layout.
• Perform/review complex engineering calculations including power system studies using ETAP/SKM.
• Demonstrate understanding and application of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines.
• Implement relevant HSE aspects while performing assigned tasks.
• Ensure designs comply with relevant standards.
• Evaluate existing offshore power systems and define upgrade requirements.
• Conduct offshore site surveys and verification activities.
• Assess existing facilities for brownfield modifications and tie-ins.
• Support constructability, operability, and maintainability reviews.
• Coordinate with Process, Mechanical, Instrumentation & Control, Telecom, Civil, Structural, Pipeline, and Construction disciplines.
• Support project risk assessments and technical reviews.
• Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, constructability, and design reviews.
• Engage in technical meetings, design reviews, and project audits.
• Address technical queries and manage changes throughout project execution.

Electrical Design & Technical Leadership

• Support the Lead in the development, review, and approval of:
  • Electrical load lists and load summaries
  • Power system studies
  • Single Line Diagrams (SLDs)
  • Electrical philosophies
  • Equipment specifications and datasheets
  • Electrical equipment sizing calculations
  • Subsea cable sizing calculations
  • Cable schedules and cable routing layouts
  • Earthing and lightning protection designs
  • Hazardous area layouts and equipment schedules
  • Electrical layouts, lighting designs, and equipment installation drawings
  • Navigational and Helideck lighting design
• Review and approve vendor documents for major electrical equipment including:
  • Gas Turbine Generators
  • Diesel Generators
  • Solar Power System
  • Motors
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motor Control Centers (MCCs)
  • Variable Speed Drives (VSDs/VFDs)
  • UPS systems
  • Battery systems
• Lead electrical system adequacy assessments and studies for brownfield facilities.
• Ensure electrical system modifications are fully integrated with existing operational facilities.

Power System Engineering

• Prepare, review, and approve:
  • Load flow studies
  • Short circuit studies
  • Motor starting studies
  • Transient stability studies
  • Harmonic analysis
  • Arc flash assessments
  • Protection coordination studies
  • Relay setting calculations
• Ensure safe and reliable operation of electrical distribution networks and critical power systems.
• Evaluate system expansion requirements and future capacity needs.

Compliance & Standards

• Ensure full compliance with specifications, standards, and project-specific requirements.
• Ensure compliance with IEC, IEEE, NFPA, API, NEMA, BS EN, and ATEX/IECEx standards.
• Ensure compliance with electrical safety regulations and hazardous area requirements.

Interface & Coordination

• Coordinate closely with Process, Mechanical, Piping, Instrumentation & Control, Telecommunications, Civil, Structural, and HSE disciplines to ensure seamless integration of design solutions.
• Participate in interdisciplinary design reviews, technical workshops, and engineering resolution meetings.
• Liaise with clients, vendors, OEMs, certification authorities, and third-party stakeholders to ensure technical compliance and resolve engineering challenges.
• Support procurement, construction, commissioning, pre-commissioning, and start-up activities.

Project Execution

• Monitor discipline progress against approved schedules, budgets, and project milestones.
• Identify technical and execution risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Support project planning, forecasting, progress reporting, and resource management activities.
• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues and effective implementation of Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• Facilitate design reviews, technical assurance activities, and value engineering initiatives to optimize project outcomes.
• Ensure maintainability, operability, reliability, lifecycle performance, and asset integrity considerations are embedded within the design.
• Ensure adherence to QA/QC procedures, engineering standards, procurement requirements, and project execution procedures.
• Maintain awareness of emerging innovative technologies including electrical digitalization, condition monitoring, smart substations, power management systems, and energy optimization solutions.
• Coordinate and participate in OEM electrical equipment/system adequacy assessments and review and approve adequacy study reports.

Experience

• 12+ years of experience in Oil & Gas/industrial projects.
• Minimum of 5 years in offshore oil and gas projects.
• Significant offshore project experience is mandatory.
• Proven experience in Concept, FEED, Detailed Engineering, and EPC phases.
• Extensive experience in brownfield modifications and offshore facilities upgrades.
• Ability to read and understand overall power distribution scheme and SLDs.
• Good knowledge of electrical equipment like MV/LV Switchgears, transformers, UPS, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 applications: Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams, and Word.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• OPITO Approved BOSIET/T-BOSIET Certification.
• Offshore Site Survey and Brownfield Assessment experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or equivalent.
• Chartered Engineer, PE or equivalent certifications are preferable.

Technical Skills

• Strong expertise in the design, specification, and implementation of electrical systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of power generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization systems.
• Strong knowledge of ETAP, SKM, DIgSILENT, and AVEVA/SPEL Electrical is preferable.
• In-depth knowledge of hazardous area classification, equipment selection, certification requirements (IECEx/ATEX), and installation practices for hazardous zones.
• Thorough understanding of FEED and Detailed Engineering deliverables, document management systems, MOC processes, and project controls.
• Strong experience with emergency power systems, solar power systems, navigational light systems, UPS systems, battery systems, and power management systems (PMS).
• Thorough understanding of offshore electrical installations and relevant design requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, technical decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, project coordination, and organizational skills.

Key Considerations
Preference will be given to candidates holding valid OPITO-approved T-BOSIET/BOSIET and H₂S certifications with a minimum validity of six months. The selected candidate will be required to travel offshore on a rotational basis to conduct site surveys, support brownfield assessments, verify existing installations, and obtain project-specific engineering data necessary for design and execution.

What We Offer:

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Engaging and collaborative work environment with a commitment to safety and sustainability.
• Exposure to high-profile offshore and onshore projects.
• Opportunity to work with multidisciplinary engineering teams delivering industry-leading solutions.