Electrical Engineer – Bureau Veritas | Job Description

About Bureau Veritas

Job Overview

Primary Function

Key Responsibilities

• Provide site supervision for installation, construction, hook-up, testing, and commissioning activities of electrical systems for the Tilenga Project.
• Supervise electrical works including but not limited to:
  • 66KV power generators
  • Power and distribution transformers
  • GIS/MV/LV switchgears
  • AC/DC UPS systems
  • Battery chargers
  • Power management systems
  • Protection and control systems
  • Distribution boards
  • Lighting systems
  • Earthing systems
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Heat tracing systems
  • Cabling and wiring works
  • Local control stations
  • Junction boxes
  • High voltage transmission lines
  • Electrical auxiliary systems
• Ensure electrical installations are completed according to approved engineering standards and project requirements.

2. Electrical Installation Inspection and Quality Control

• Conduct inspections of electrical installations including:
  • Main power generators
  • Power and distribution transformers
  • High voltage gas insulated switchgear (GIS)
  • Medium voltage and low voltage switchgear
  • Motor Control Centres (MCCs)
  • UPS systems
  • Diesel generator sets
  • Electrical cabling systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Lightning protection systems
  • Earthing systems
• Verify compliance with approved drawings, specifications, and safety requirements.
• Identify installation issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure electrical works meet quality and performance standards.

3. Off-Site Electrical System Inspection

• High voltage transmission lines from CPF to Kabaale Pump Station.
• Electrical heat tracing systems for feeder lines.
• Power distribution systems at:
  • Water intake stations
  • Safety check stations
  • Well pads
  • Permanent camps
  • Temporary camps
  • Supply bases
• Ensure all electrical systems comply with project requirements and engineering standards.

4. Factory Inspection and Equipment Testing

• Participate in factory inspections and Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for major electrical equipment and materials when requested by the client.
• Review equipment specifications and technical documentation.
• Verify equipment quality and compliance before installation.
• Support testing activities for electrical systems and components.

5. Technical Documentation and Reporting

• Review technical documents including:
  • Engineering drawings
  • Technical specifications
  • Work method statements
  • Inspection records
• Maintain accurate records and archives of technical documents throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure all electrical documentation is properly completed and stored.
• Prepare technical reports and inspection records.

6. Hazardous Area Equipment Inspection

• Conduct inspection of electrical equipment installed in hazardous areas.
• Ensure compliance with hazardous area requirements and international safety standards.
• Verify suitability of electrical equipment for project environments.

7. Project Support Activities

• Assist the Project Leader in completing daily project activities.
• Provide technical support and engineering recommendations.
• Support project coordination and problem-solving activities.
• Work closely with contractors, engineers, and client representatives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher qualification in:
  • Electrical Engineering

Mandatory Certification

• CompEx / IECEx Certification (Mandatory)

Professional Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering.
• Proven experience working on:
  • High voltage projects
  • Industrial electrical installations
  • Energy projects
  • Construction projects

Technical Knowledge Required

• Electrical site construction
• Electrical installation supervision
• High voltage power systems
• Power generation systems
• Power transmission and distribution systems
• Electrical control and management systems
• Electrical protection systems

• HV/MV/LV transformers
• Switchgear systems
• Generators
• UPS systems
• Electrical heat tracing systems
• Power distribution equipment

• Electrical engineering codes and standards
• Industrial safety requirements
• Project quality procedures

Key Competencies and Skills

• Strong electrical engineering knowledge
• Excellent site supervision skills
• Strong inspection and quality control abilities
• Good organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work with multidisciplinary teams
• Strong technical documentation skills
• Problem-solving abilities
• Good written and spoken English
• Basic computer skills
• Strong safety awareness
• Team player with professional work ethics

Career Opportunities

• Oil and gas electrical engineering
• High voltage power systems
• Industrial construction projects
• Electrical inspection and certification
• Energy infrastructure development
• International engineering standards

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