Senior Electrical Engineer
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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:
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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.
Kent is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who will be responsible for coordinating the production of engineering deliverables and providing progress reporting for a project in accordance with the
project plan. Undertakes specified tasks / areas of work dependent on size and complexity of project, as defined by the Lead/Principal Engineer or Project Engineering Manager. Capable of supervising and checking the work of other Engineers as delegated by the Lead Engineer / Group Manager.
Responsible for communicating technical/project issues potentially impacting the project to the Lead Engineer / Project Engineer or Project Engineering Manager.
The Senior Electrical Engineer is typically accountable to the Lead / Principal Engineer, or Project Engineer, discipline Lead Engineer and/or
Project Manager, depending on size and complexity of the Project. Corporate reporting line is to respective Departmental / Group Manager.
Skills & Responsibilities:
Supports / organises the preparation of the Technical Document Register (TDR). Identifies requirements and scope of work; reviews Basis of Design, philosophies, specifications, and other relevant documents. Identifies and resolves discrepancies and divergences from original proposal to Lead / Principal Engineer.
Can be technically responsible for an area of work and supervises preparation of specific deliverables.
Supervising and checking the work of other engineers as delegated by the lead engineer / group manager.
Undertakes specific tasks / area of work as defined by the Lead / Principal Engineer, including: Preparing Philosophies, Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Schedules, Datasheets and preparation of technical requisitions for long lead items.
Capable of participating in Factory Acceptance Tests.
Competent to review and check work carried out by other engineers, as delegated by Lead / Principal Engineer.
Supports the Lead Electrical Engineer with Technical Bid Evaluations. Reviews vendor documentation and comments to ensure design conformance.
Ensures equipment compatibility and conformance with client specifications and requirements. (Per Contract).
Ensures compliance with Kent’s ISO Quality procedures, Project Quality Plan and Design Integrity processes and procedures.
Complying with other Kent accredited frameworks such as ISO 14001.
Contributes to training and development of other staff including identifying employee strengths and weaknesses and recommends training and development requirements.
Interfaces with other disciplines as necessary to ensure integrated and optimal design.
Performs related duties as and when instructed by Lead / Principal Engineer.
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:
Typically Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Chartered Status preferred.
Experience working for Engineering / Client organisations in the Oil and Gas Industry.
Exposure to Consultancy, FEED / Detailed Design and EPC projects.
Knowledge of international equipment specifications and codes.
In depth knowledge of standard international specifications and codes.
Knowledge of Safety and Quality procedures.
Activity Scheduling and discipline work priorities.
Communication:
Good Communication skills - both written and spoken.
Behaviour/ Core Competencies:
Good coordination, monitoring and supervisory skills.
Cost awareness.
Proactive approach and attention to detail.
Team player.
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.
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. Please contact us confidentially at recruitment.uk@kentplc.com to find out how we can support you.
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