Principal Electrical Engineer Expression of Interest

Job description

Building on our past.

Ready for the future

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts.

We partner with customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets.

We’re bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources, while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now.

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB:

Lead major, minor and miscellaneous projects in the Electrical Engineering function and/or managing professional Electrical Engineering work involving considerable independence in approach, demanding considerable degree of originality, ingenuity and judgement, and knowledge of more than one field of, or expertise in a particular field of professional Electrical Engineering.

The Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for the progress and quality of assigned tasks within the Electrical Engineering discipline, including the supervision of Senior Electrical Engineers, Electrical Engineers and Junior Electrical Engineers.

The Principal Electrical Engineer carries out all electrical engineering and design work in accordance with agreed codes and practices that meets all requirements of the contract.

Also, to ensure all work is carried out within agreed schedules, budgets and procedures as per the company Engineering Governance Standard.

To conduct engineering and design work independently and in accordance with the Worley requirements set out in the Technical Stewardship Standard (TSS).

Demonstrate and exhibit a very high level of technical competence in the electrical engineering field, as well as technical coordination, planning, estimating and technical leadership.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Electrical Engineering and Design/Technical expertise.

• Provision of expert knowledge (discipline specific) to conceptual engineering, pre-feasibility design, (FEL2) basic engineering, (FEL3) and detailed design.
  
  
• This would include the interpretation and application of relevant international and national codes and standards and clients specifications.
  
  
• Technical direction advice and control of the Electrical Engineering work on projects.
  
  
• Liaison with customer discipline representatives to establish technical direction where not provided by the contract, nor in codes and standards.
  
  
• Liaison with other project discipline Lead Engineers on technical issues and engineering matters, including the provision of discipline advice on issues not covered by design codes or standards.
  
  
• Development and improvement of company standards and design methods, including execution of work in conjunction with other key stakeholders.
  
  
• Complete complex electrical design activities, which could include advanced analysis methods.
  
  
• General Media and Worley Global participation in discipline activities.
  
  
• ures, and suggest/register Process Improvements (PIs) for review and possible implementation
• Complete, analyse, review and/or approve complex electrical design activities and deliverables.
  
  This could involve software tools and programs.
  
  
• Publish articles in engineering media.
  
  Write discipline Goby’s, SEAL bulletins and be active in Global Electrical Discussions.
  
  

Project Execution and proposal/business development.

• Lead Electrical Engineering activities on major, minor and miscellaneous projects and/or providing expert level technical knowledge and guidance in all phases of projects (conceptual engineering, pre-feasibility engineering (FEL2), basic engineering (FEL3) and detailed engineering design).
  
  
• Establishing scope of work for each project or proposals.
  
  
• Undertake electrical design activities required of the designation, including system and/or equipment calculations, electrical datasheets, engineering requisitions, electrical equipment lists, technical bid evaluations, electrical design criteria, input into the Basis of Design document, SEAL plan input, relevant design drawings and other project documents.
  
  
• Support the National Discipline Manager Electrical Engineering to establish the scope of work for projects or proposals, including manpower schedules.
  
  
• Schedule and expedite work assigned to the Electrical Engineering team on projects.
  
  
• Implement and administer the planning, scheduling, cost control and engineering governance to design during design phases of projects.
  
  
• Review and approve technical documentation on projects related to Electrical Engineering.
  
  
• Review and comment on vendor data (incl.
  
  equipment and packages for compliance to purchase order/contract requirements as well as to integrate equipment into the broader plant.
  
  
• Identify and offer recommendations of new technology developments which will be applicable in providing more cost effective facilities or solutions.
  
  
• Ensure that at completion of projects, all technical documentation (incl.
  
  drawings, specifications, minutes of meetings, etc.) are collated, revised to as-built status and handed over to document control for archiving (i.e. complete and proper close-out of projects).
  
  
• Review and approve technical documentation on projects related to Electrical Engineering.
  
  
• Review and comment on vendor data (incl.
  
  equipment and packages for compliance to purchase order/contract requirements as well as to integrate equipment into the broader plant.
  
  
• Identify and offer recommendations of new technology developments which will be applicable in providing more cost effective facilities or solutions.
  
  
• Ensure that at completion of projects, all technical documentation (incl.
  
  drawings, specifications, minutes of meetings, etc.) are collated, revised to as-built status and handed over to document control for archiving (i.e. complete and proper close-out of projects).
  
  
• Coordination and preparation of input to essential Electrical Engineering documents, as defined by the project Discipline Task and Deliverable Plan (DTDP).
  
  
• Perform regular customer visits where applicable to the field of work.
  
  
• Assist with business development activities and marketing.
  
  

Technical stewardship and SEAL compliance.

• Ensure compliance with specified engineering codes, standards, procedures, quality plans and Worley policies and procedures.
  
  
• Undertake technical peer reviews of Electrical Engineering work and deliverables on projects and providing remedial actions and recommendations for improvements
• Assisting in carrying out quality assurance audits/ technical due diligence of contractors and vendors.
  
  
• Responsible for the delivery of HSE standards across specialist discipline, including demonstration of leadership in the delivery of safe and Environmentally Sustainable Design (SD) solutions through Safety in Design (SID) manuals.
  
  
• Responsible for personal safety and to adhere to safe working practices.
  
  Understand, implement and ensure that all legal requirements as required by the occupational Health and Safety Act and/or the Mines Health and Safety Act are incorporated

Financial/Cost management.

• Promote cost reduction and productivity enhancing initiatives, including the determination of relative costs of alternative design concepts and establishment of preferred concepts.
  
  
• Manage man-hours of Electrical Engineering teams on projects and ensure that quality work is completed on schedule within the available budget.
  Staff management and performance.
  
  
• Manage project staff workload and key deliverables in line with deadline requirement, scope and Worley procedures.
  
  
• Typically will regularly interface with departmental staff and upper management, and frequently with outside customers.
  
  

Learning and development

• Responsible for his professional development as engineer.
  
  
• Act as mentor to electrical engineers.
  
  
• Knowledge sharing

REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

Minimum Qualifications

• BSc, BEng, BTech, or MSc in Electrical Engineering from a recognised institute.
  
  
• Registered as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist with ECSA.
  

Experience

• Extensive post-qualification experience in electrical engineering, with a strong background in design, operations, and project execution.
  
  
• Proven expertise across industries such as Mining, Minerals and Chemicals, Hydrocarbons, Power, and Public Infrastructure.
  
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex engineering projects and teams through various phases of execution.
  
  

Personal Qualities

• Focus and belief that Zero Harm is achievable.
  
  
• Action orientation/self-starter.
  
  
• Building effective business relationships.
  
  
• Commitment.
  
  
• Customer Focus.
  
  
• Drive for results.
  
  
• Integrity and trust.
  
  
• Analytical.
  
  
• Performs under pressure.
  
  
• Meets deadlines.
  
  
• Technical and Functional Leadership.
  
  

COMPETENCIES OF THE JOB

• Expert understanding of engineering concepts and application of knowledge.
  
  
• Communication, particularly relationship management and negotiation.
  
  
• Participative leader, capable of leveraging the input and experience of the broader team to analyse options and then make decisions as necessary.
  
  
• Planning and organising, with strong project management skills.
  
  
• Well-developed leadership skills.
  
  
• Ability to work in a matrix structure.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE JOB

• Will be required to visit customer sites, supplier offices/workshops as well as construction sites.
  
  
• Will be required to conduct inspections at supplier workshops, as well as conduct inspections on construction sites.
  
  

SPECIAL CONDITIONS ATTACHED TO THE JOB

• May be required to travel internationally to other Worley offices, customer and/or supplier sites.
  
  

Moving forward together

We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong, can bring themselves, and are heard.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by law.

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact.

So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it.

We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology.

Whatever your ambition, there’s a path for you here.

And there’s no barrier to your potential career success.

Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.

Required Skill Profession

Engineering