Senior Site Engineer - Electrical_Power Plants_CCGT

About the Role
As a Senior Site Engineer - Electrical, you will be responsible for ensuring that all Electrical installations and activities on the Closed/Open Cycle Gas Turbine Projects meet industry standards, project specifications, and regulatory requirements. You will conduct inspections, tests, and audits to verify that the construction and installation processes are executed correctly and safely. Collaborating with project managers to develop project plans and schedules, you will ensure that milestones are met on time and within budget, while monitoring and reporting project progress to senior management.

Responsibilities

Project Management:

• Collaborate with project managers to develop electrical project plans and schedules, ensuring milestones are met on time and within budget.
• Manage and oversee Electrical activities and interfacing from inception to completion.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, design specifications, applicable codes and regulatory requirements to ascertain quality and safety.
• Be well-versed with the applicable codes, local regulations, and industry standards to discharge duties.
• Collaborate with site staff, engineers, and contractors to develop project plans and schedules.
• Prepare project progress reports, documentation, and as-built drawings for client review and approval.
• Ensure the timely completion of project milestones within the allocated budget.

Electrical System Design:

• Review and interpret electrical engineering drawings and specifications, providing input to optimize electrical systems, and ensuring compliance with local electrical codes and regulations.
• Review site related documentation like method statements, installation drawings, and site testing procedures.
• Review decommissioning studies, feasibility studies, and associated risk assessments.
• Provide technical support during construction activities and resolve any issues or discrepancies that may arise.
• Collaborate with design teams to review engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documents.
• Address technical queries and provide solutions to any challenges encountered during implementation.
• Provide valuable input into the design phase to optimize electrical systems.
• Ensure strict compliance with local codes and regulations.

Installation and Testing:

• Supervise the installation of electrical systems and equipment on-site, conducting regular inspections to ensure quality and safety.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities as key duties.
• Conduct thorough inspections of Electrical installations to ensure compliance with project drawings, specifications, and industry standards.
• Perform testing and commissioning of electrical systems, including but not limited to loop checks, function tests, and system performance verification.
• Document and report any non-conformances or defects and follow up on corrective actions.
• Raise the Non-Compliance Report (NCR) whenever any non-compliance is found by EPC/contractors.
• Guide the EPC/contractors to resolve issues to meet project requirements, codes, and standards.
• Closely monitor, guide, and regulate interfacing issues between contractors and provide heads-up to avoid re-work.
• Investigate and report any safety incidents or near misses.
• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance activities.

Team Leadership:

• Lead a team of electrical technicians and support staff, providing guidance, training, and mentorship to junior team members.
• Foster a culture of safety and professionalism within the team.

Quality Assurance:

• Implement and maintain quality control procedures for electrical work, conducting quality inspections, and promptly rectifying any issues.
• Review and verify material and equipment certifications, ensuring they meet project requirements and standards.
• Conduct routine audits of subcontractors and suppliers to ensure adherence to quality plans and procedures.
• Maintain accurate and detailed inspection records, reports, and logs.

Safety and Compliance:

• Ensure all electrical work is performed in compliance with safety regulations.
• Investigate and report any safety incidents or near misses.
• Participate in safety meetings and provide input on safety issues related to I&C work.

Budget Management:

• Manage the electrical project budget effectively, including cost estimation and control.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power generation projects.
• Experience with Closed/Open Cycle Gas Turbine Projects and Substation Projects.
• Professional engineering license preferred.
• In-depth knowledge of electrical systems, codes, and standards.
• Proven experience in project management and team leadership.