Senior/Principal Electrical Engineers - Staff

Reading, England, United Kingdom

12/9/2024

Job Description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is recruiting for Senior / Principal & Lead Electrical Engineers to join our Projects - Electrical Engineering Group. This is a staff position supporting a number of FEED and EPC petrochemical, Oil & Gas and energy transition projects.

The position will be based in our Reading office with Hybrid working considered.

The Role

Electrical Engineers will play a critical role in the design, development, and implementation of electrical systems for Front-End Engineering Design (FEED) and Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects within the energy sector. We are looking for those early in their Electrical Engineering career right through to highly experienced individuals. The role can present opportunities for both project and people leadership working in a range of interesting and diverse sectors including;

• Upstream / Midstream / Downstream Oil & Gas
• Chemicals
• Renewable Energy
• Power
• Mining & Minerals
• Industrials & Manufacturing
• Life Sciences
• Transportation
• Water
• Government services
  
  

Our Clients & Projects

Designing the future. Transforming the world.

Wood’s Projects business unit specialises in delivering predictable and consistent results in high complexity projects that include new technology, challenging construction logistics and, or sheer scale. Just like the nature and expansiveness of our sectors, so is our Projects business, in its solutions, abilities and global track record. Across any major capital project lifecycle, we provide a full suite of solutions from programme and project management, to engineering and design, procurement, construction and project delivery.

What We Can Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to leaders of industry across oil & gas, renewables and emerging energy sectors
• Flexible working arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs offering hybrid working where relevant
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion; we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business with employee networks committed to giving all employees a voice
• Competitive salary with regular salary reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market
• Flexible benefits package; inclusive of 33 days annual leave (including public holidays), generous contributory pension scheme, private medical cover, 4x base salary life insurance; all of these and more that can be adapted to suit your own lifestyle
• Commitment to continued professional development; development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests
• Global connections; join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry, shaping the standards of our profession
  
  

Responsibilities

• Review design packages for electrical systems and equipment (i.e., Power & Distribution Transformers, motors, generators, high voltage/low voltage switchgear / Motor Control Center (MCC), distribution network, control equipment, power outlets etc.) including drawings, datasheets, detail scope of work, calculations, Bill of Material / Quantity and preliminary cost estimates, Hazardous Area Classification and power System Study
• Prepare the Project Design Basis Document as per the project scope
• Prepare the entire project load lists based on the project scope
• Produce technical reports for the scope of work, and technical specifications for specific electrical equipment
• Assist in the electrical activities of engineering, procurement, and eventual construction (EPC) contractors during the Front-End Engineering Development (FEED) and design phase
• Coordinate with Project managers to finalize the Electrical Engineering scope for the entire project / package
• Carry out analysis of major equipment selected in the design package
• Review and respond to technical and site queries
• Ensure that the design work by contractor is in accordance with client’s design standards, applicable codes / regulations, and acceptable work practices
• Assist the Project Managers and Project Engineers in evaluating Material Requisitions (MR), Technical Bid Evaluation (TBE) and Award Recommendation (AR) provided by Contractor and able to perform Procurement support
• Review and evaluate Change Orders to ensure full compliance with standards and that costs are in line with project budget
• Work closely with Engineering Teams during the project to ensure facility integrity in terms of HSE
• Provide technical assurance for electrical discipline deliverables for projects
• Recommend new improvement solutions for installations or modifications to improve existing facilities and standards
  
  

Qualifications

What makes you remarkable?

At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you don't match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience, knowledge or skills needed for this role, we encourage you to apply. It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world’s most critical challenges

Expected

• Bachelor’s degree within the Electrical Engineering field or a BA in Science with a focus in Electrical Engineering
• Experience in design, engineering and construction
• Engineer must be familiar with NEC, IEEE/ANSI, IEC and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices
• Be fully familiar with analogue and Digital Control Systems including Power System Automation (PSA), DCS, PLC and SCADA controls
• Thorough knowledge of the English language is required to perform the necessary in depth analysis and studies, make professional presentations and keep up with technical advancements
  
  

Desirable

• Ideally have experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) or similar software
• Good knowledge on Power system automation
• Certified Engineer desirable
• Middle East experience is preferable but not essential
  
  

About Us

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.