Electrical Engineer

Electrical Engineer

Wood Group

Reading, United Kingdom

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

The Role

The Electrical Engineer 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. The role can present opportunities for early career engineers 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

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other Electrical Engineers and other discipline stakeholders while being part of the Project Electrical Team
• Develop and prepare various aspects of 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 under the guidance of Senior Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer
• Interdisciplinary coordination by collaborating with Project Engineers on Projects for Engineering inputs for developing Electrical Engineering deliverables and calculations
• Prepare the entire project load lists based on the project scope
• Provide input to prepare Single line diagrams
• Produce technical reports for the scope of work, and technical specifications for specific electrical equipment under guidance of Senior Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer
• Assist in the electrical activities of engineering, procurement, and eventual construction (EPC) contractors during the Front-End Engineering Development (FEED) and design phase under the guidance of Senior Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer
• 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 under the guidance of Senior Engineers and Lead Electrical Engineer
• Work closely with Engineering Teams during the project to ensure facility integrity in terms of HSE

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
• Early career experience in Electrical engineering related Project work
• Engineer must be familiar with NEC, IEEE/ANSI, IEC and other International electrical standards, best practices and value practices
• 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
• Commitment towards Continuous Professional Development

Desirable:

• Experience with Electrical Transient Analysis Program (ETAP) or similar software would be added advantage
• Experience and knowledge of Power System studies and operation would be added advantage
• Knowledge on Power system automation