Electrical Team Leader

KBR, Inc.


Date: 2 weeks ago
City: Abu Dhabi
Contract type: Full time
Title

Electrical Team Leader

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Team Lead (Concepts and Pre-FEED)

Location: Middle East (UAE) – Abu Dhabi

Experience Required: 20-25 years

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management:

  • Lead, train, and manage a team of electrical engineers, ensuring expertise in all functionalities of electrical systems.
  • Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of Concept and Pre-Feed projects.
  • Interface with clients during meetings, align with project requirements, and complete necessary reports.
  • Collaborate closely with concept teams to develop innovative solutions.
  • Leading a multicultural team, ensuring effective collaboration and addressing any interpersonal conflicts.

Technical Expertise

  • Provide technical guidance in the design and implementation of 400kV, 132kV, and 11kV distribution systems.
  • Expertise in substation design, including AIS (Air Insulated Substations) and GIS (Gas Insulated Substations).
  • Develop and review ring main designs and other overall electrical distribution systems.
  • Ensure compliance with the Ministry of Electricity (MoE-Iraq) safety standards and procedures.
  • Present concept options during weekly meetings and write technical notes/reports.
  • Proficient in ETAP for Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, and Harmonic Analysis.
  • Experience in transmission and distribution in EHT, HT, and LT networks. Addressing and solving complex technical issues in high-voltage systems and substation designs.

Project Management

  • Manage multiple CTRs (Cost, Time, and Resources) simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget and schedule.
  • Managing expectations and maintaining effective communication with diverse stakeholders, including clients and other parties.
  • Conduct risk assessments for the concept options selected and developing strategies to mitigate potential issues.

Quality Assurance

  • Ensure all work meets the highest quality standards.
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Training And Development

  • Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
  • Promote a culture of learning and development within the team.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
  • 20-25 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 10 years in the Middle East, preferably Iraq.
  • Extensive experience in 400kV, 132kV, and 11kV distribution systems, substation design, AIS/GIS, and ring main designs.
  • Strong leadership and project management skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills

  • Proficiency in electrical design software like ETAP, Transmission & Distribution Design, etc.,
  • Knowledge of local (Iraq- Standards) and international electrical standards.
  • Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Additional Requirements

  • Experience in direct line management of staff.
  • Ability to meet deadlines in a demanding environment. This is a must.
  • Provide effective communication with management, peers, and clients.
  • Ensure security and integrity of all data provided, including reporting performance and customer information.

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