Job description
Role Description (Discipline General)
Electrical Engineering is responsible for the design, specification and implementation of electrical substation equipment, field equipment electrification, electrical heat tracing, building electrification, lighting and aspects of ICT cabling. It also includes developing ATEX/Ex area classification layout drawings. Due to operating in high risk, ATEX classified areas that include different chemicals and gases, the expertise to manage and lower risks in electrification is necessary. The expertise of the Electrical Engineering is typically essential already in the study phases. During the definition phase, tasks include the technical scope definition and the preparation of the basic engineering package. Electrical Engineering has a central role in selecting appropriate electricity distribution systems with appropriate level of redundancy for the process equipment needs. Electrical engineering must select appropriate cabling systems considering factors such as fire protection and safety critical cabling. Other relevant design tasks include cable routing, electrical heat tracing, building electrification, earthing, design reviews, participation in Factory Acceptance Tests (FATs), as-is documentation and data handovers.
Description of tasks (Discipline General)
• Study/Concept: Preliminary single line diagrams (SLD’s), Basis of Design, preliminary MTOs, initial data for layouts/space reservations for electrification and electrification cost estimation, EX area classification • Definition/Basic: SLD’s (dimensioning calculations if needed), Basis of Design, Layouts, system diagrams, MTOs, initial data for layouts for electrification, RFQ’s if needed and electrification cost estimation, EX area classification, design reviews • Execution/Detailed: SLD’s, all electrical dimensioning, wiring diagrams, heat tracing dimensioning and installing isometers, earthing, ICT/Camera cabling, building electrification, lighting, cabling, cable tray modelling, RFQ’s, design reviews, as-builts and data handover
Required skills and competencies (Discipline General)
Skills and competencies include, but are not limited to: • Deep understanding in process electrification, plant distribution systems and heat tracing • Strong knowledge of electrification in ATEX areas in • context of oil refining, bio-based feedstock and petrochemical production • Experience in project life cycle and understanding of interdisciplinary requirements in regard to electrification • Co-operative mindset and skill in troubleshooting Qualifications
• B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field min. 10 years’ in electrical engineering within industrial/process plant engineering projects (greenfield and/or brownfield).
• M.Sc. in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field min. 7 years’ in electrical engineering within industrial/process plant engineering projects (greenfield and/or brownfield).
• Demonstrated Chief Design Engineer / Lead Design Engineer experience (incl. resource and team management, scope and work planning, coordination across functions & stakeholders, quality & compliance management, risk, issue and change management, communication & reporting, construction & commissioning support)
• Demonstrated experience working on brownfield modification projects, including integration with existing plant assets and legacy infrastructure.
• Strong working knowledge of HSE regulations, safe work practices, and risk mitigation in operational plant environments.
• Proven experience leading electrical design scope across FEED, basic, and detailed engineering phases.
• Strong technical competence in: o MV/LV power distribution design
o Electrical load lists, SLDs, equipment sizing, cable sizing, heat tracing power design
o Motor control systems, drives (VFD/VSD), MCC specification
o Earthing/grounding and lightning protection principles
o Hazardous area classification (IECEx/ATEX) and equipment selection
• Proficiency with design and analysis tools such as: o Electrical calculation tools (e.g., ETAP, PowerFactory, SKM—tool-agnostic phrasing acceptable)
o CAD/electrical design platforms (e.g., Smart Electrical, Aveva Electrical, or similar)
• Strong understanding of electrical codes and standards (IEC, EN, IEEE, NFPA 70/70E, ISO, and relevant local regulations).
• Demonstrated experience coordinating electrical interfaces with Process, Mechanical, Piping/Layout, Automation/Control, and Civil/Structural disciplines.
• Ability to lead model reviews, identify design inconsistencies, and resolve technical issues related to routing, equipment placement, power distribution, and constructability.
• Experience reviewing and preparing technical documents such as datasheets, specifications, MTOs, and vendor documentation.
• Strong project execution mindset: able to manage schedules, deliverables, dependencies, and change control for the electrical discipline.
• Fluency in English, with strong communication skills for presenting concepts, leading meetings, and preparing high quality documentation. Finish language skills is a plus.
• Experience to work in international Onsite – Offshore (India) teams.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with industrial sectors such as energy, marine, chemical, pulp & paper, metals, or other plant-based environments.
• Practical experience supporting site surveys, as built verifications, and construction/commissioning activities.
• Familiarity with integration of electrical models with 3D plant design environments (E3D, S3D, Plant3D, or equivalent).
• Experience with vendor package integration (e.g., compressor packages, skids, E house, modular power systems).
• Knowledge of functional safety interfaces (IEC 61508/61511), including power implications for SIS and safety circuits.
• Exposure to energy efficiency, power quality improvements, or electrification strategies (e.g., high-efficiency motors, VFD optimization).
• Participation in proposal/bid support, developing design philosophies, workhour estimates, or discipline execution strategies.
Technical Delivery & Coordination Capabilities
• Ability to translate P&IDs, process requirements, and equipment data into complete, compliant electrical designs.
• Strong capability to guide and check deliverables from designers, junior engineers, and external partners.
• Ensures integration of electrical design with constructability, installation practices, accessibility, and maintainability requirements.
• Skilled in identifying project risks, design gaps, and deviations—and proposing clear, pragmatic solutions.
• Ensures adherence to project standards, client specifications, and quality management processes.
