Power Systems and Electrical Engineer

Job Description and Qualifications
Purpose
To lead in providing Electrical Engineering oversight to ensure safe &
reliable operation of plant facilities under JIGPC in Jazan, Saudi Arabia.

Nature & Scope
Properly functioning Electrical systems and equipment are critical to the
safe, reliable, and efficient operation of the plant facilities and associated
equipment & systems. As a member of the site engineering team, the Sr.
Electrical Engineer will lead to interact routinely with plant operations,
maintenance, and engineering personnel to provide "hands-on" field-engineering
& troubleshooting support, instructions, and technical guidance related to the
site's Electrical systems & equipment including: large high voltage induction
and synchronous motors and starting systems including reduced voltage
autotransformers, electrical protection relays, low voltage and high voltage
distribution systems, high voltage power-factor-compensation units, motor
control centers & switchgear, and a variety of specialized electronic /
electrical equipment. The position emphasizes teamwork, communications,
organization, change management, work process optimization, planning,
leadership, and hands-on technical skills with comprehensive knowledge across
engineering disciplines.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
Safety
* Provide & maintain a safe work environment for self & others. Employ good housekeeping methods and demonstrate leadership with all company & industry safe work processes to prevent injuries.

Engineering:
* Lead in the provision of engineering evaluation & determinations, issue technical direction & guidance, and oversee Inspection & Quality Assurance initiatives for all Electrical troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, repair, and test activities.
* Lead in the provision of engineering support & guidance during the construction & commissioning of the plants. Maintain accurate documentation for plant's electrical equipment and validate single line electrical drawings for the plant's electrical distribution systems. Monitor quality assurance initiatives.
* Lead in performing electrical system studies including short circuit, load flow, transient motor start, protection relay coordination, arc flash, etc., and establish appropriate protective device settings.
* Lead in the provision of engineering guidance to ensure reliability and maintainability of equipment, processes, utilities, facilities, controls, and safety/security systems.
* Lead in the provision of engineering input for development and maintenance of Electrical systems & equipment standards, procedures, best practices, inspection contracts, and contractor selection guidelines.
* Develop detailed engineering specifications, evaluate quotations, perform technical bid evaluations & vendor document review, and validate factory acceptance testing related to the procurement of Electrical equipment and system components.
* Maintain compliance with all Critical Safety Circuits (CSS), Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) implementation and revalidation programs.
* Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive risk-based inspection and calibration program for all Electrical systems & equipment.
* Establish & maintain a relationship with the local inspection bureau, maintain relevant statutory, regulatory, technology standards, and code information consistent with JIGPC plant operational objectives and local regulations.
* Utilize predictive and other non-destructive inspection & test methodologies to identify and isolate inherent reliability problems.
* Employ appropriate project development and project management activities (including scope, budget, schedule, execution strategies, risk plans, cost collection / reporting, etc.) for the execution of all projects and turnaround activities.
* Provide engineering support to develop the annual budget for Electrical Systems & Equipment maintenance, repair, and major turn-around activities.
* Promote an atmosphere of team spirit through good example, open communication, good listening, and timely problem resolutions.
* Drive continuous improvement in safety performance, reliability, and cost of quality goals.
* Establish & maintain relationships with regional pressure system equipment suppliers
* Foster and support positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
* Participate at professional association meetings to determine best practices being used in the industry and apply them to our pressure systems.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
* Engineering graduate (BSEE preferred) with >‎12 years of relevant experience in electrical chemical / refinery / gas plant maintenance / inspection / engineering.
* Demonstrated knowledge & experience performing detailed power system engineering studies including short circuit, load flow, transient motor start, protection relay coordination, arc flash, etc., and establish appropriate protective device settings.
* Knowledge & understanding with the principles of: Safety Integrity Level (SIL), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Safety instrumented Function (SIF), Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
* Knowledge of industry codes and standards applicable to Oil and Gas and Refining Industries (API, ISA, NEC / IEC, NFPA, ASME, etc.) and preferably also Saudi Aramco standards and working practices
* Experience in leading and guiding technical employees needed.
Req No.
41613BR
Employment Status
Fixed Term (agency) - Full Time
Organization
Middle East, Egypt & Turkey
Business Sector / Division
MEIET Operations
Region
Middle East, Egypt, Turkey (MEET)
Country
Saudi Arabia