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Kent Recruitment

Lead Engineer/Specialist - Electrical

Location
Mumbai, India
Category
Engineering
Date Published
02/06/26
Status
Open
About you:
Join us. Unleash your energy within.

If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.

We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.

We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.

As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.

We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.

Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.

It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:

We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING

Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us:

Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.

Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.

About the Job:

Kent is looking for a Lead Engineer – Electrical to be based in Mumbai, India.

Skills and Responsibilities

  • International Codes & Standards and Best Engineering Practices that apply to Electrical.
  • Quality management system and procedures
  • Project management and control procedures
  • Electrical workflow and interdisciplinary co-ordination
  • Project Electrical Deliverables
  • Project Risk Assessment
  • Adherence to HSE norms by self and team
  • Proficiency in understanding of Electrical Operating philosophy.
  • Proficiency in Power system studies and analysis.
  • Prepare/Review design basis for the project as per the client design criteria.
  • Review / provide guidance for preparation of all discipline engineering and design deliverables such as slds, specifications, datasheets, BOM, Panel and Cable schedule, 3D model, interconnection wiring drawings etc.
  • Review and checking of Area classification drawings.
  • Review calculations for all Electrical Equipment like Power transformers, DGs, Battery Sizing, Capacitor sizing, Grounding and Lightening protection. Cable sizing etc.
  • Decide the substation layouts optimizing the size and design of the same along with the design team.
  • Provide guidance for preparation of all layout drawings ,3D models and mto generation.
  • Prepare / provide guidance for preparation of power control and distribution philosophy for electrical system.
  • Review installation drawings.
  • Preparation or Review of Requisitions for quotation and for purchase
  • Review vendor documents and quotations for compliance with project requirements.
  • Participate in project design reviews.
  • Prepare with cost/resource estimates, bid evaluations and project proposals.
  • Perform inter-discipline squad checks.
  • General guidance to designers for deciding the cable tray /trench routing and review 3D models.
  • Attend model reviews as per project schedule.
  • Shop inspections and Electrical Equipment FAT/SAT
  • Site surveys and adequacy checks if required.
  • Attend risk management meetings as required.
  • Perform technical audits and quality reviews.

Assist with as-building deliverables In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.

Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:

  • Bachelor or Master degree in electrical engineering from Indian University (UGC approved) or from Overseas University. Professional Certification is an added advantage.
  • 18-25 years of basic and detail engineering experience in Upstream Oil & Gas, Refinery, & Petrochemical industry

Communication:

  • Excellent oral and written communication and skills
  • Strong coordination, communication, and problem-solving skills

Behavior/ Core Competencies:

  • Leadership, Decision Making & Delegation
  • Teamwork, Coordination, Planning and Organizing
  • Flexibility / Adaptability
  • Business Acumen, Client Focus
  • Training and Mentoring & Innovation
  • Working as per the Quality and Safety requirement & Standards.
  • Cultural sensitivity and ability to work in a global, multicultural environment.
  • Flexibility in working hours to accommodate different time zones.

Software Tools

  • Software- Knowledge of Primavera P6 is a must.

HSSEQ:

The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.

  • Candidate should contribute to creating a workplace where everyone feels compelled to intervene whenever they observe an unsafe act or condition to ensure that everyone goes home safe and well and the environment is preserved in the successful operation of our business.
  • Candidate should maintain the HSSEQ management system, and the tools required to implement it.

Details about the role:

Location: Mumbai

Relocation required: Not Required

Travel required: Sometimes

Contract type: Contract/Permanent

Experience level: 18 to 25 Years

Why Join us?

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
  • Health & Wellbeing Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Inclusion & Belonging Program
  • Health insurance
  • Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
  • Great Culture
  • Safety-first culture with a collaborative and supportive team environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most impactful projects in the global energy sector

We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career so why not pursue your career with us today!

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