Lead Electrical Engineer (EPC experienced)

Role Overview

Lead Electrical Engineer

leadership position

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and own the

  electrical engineering scope

  across multiple water and wastewater treatment projects.
• Review, approve, and develop electrical design documentation:

  SLD, cable sizing, panel layouts, control wiring, earthing, lighting

  , and protection systems.
• Conduct

  power system studies

  , including

  load flow, short circuit, and arc flash analysis

  using tools like ETAP or equivalent.
• Coordinate closely with

  mechanical, process, civil, and instrumentation

  teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Guide and review vendor design submittals and conduct

  technical bid evaluations

  .
• Participate in

  design reviews, FATs

  , and ensure conformance to client requirements and international standards.
• Supervise or provide support during

  installation, testing, and commissioning

  of electrical systems on-site.
• Ensure designs comply with

  IEC, IEEE, and local codes

  (CEIG, CEA, etc.).
• Mentor junior electrical engineers and support team growth through knowledge sharing.
  
• Collaborate with the project management team to deliver

  cost-effective and high-quality solutions

  .

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelors Degree (or higher) in

  Electrical Engineering

  .

• 10+ years

  of hands-on experience in

  electrical design for WTP/WWTP/STP/ETP/Desalination

  or similar EPC infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of:
  
• Electrical equipment sizing (transformers, VFDs, switchgear)
  
• Motor control centers (MCC), lighting, and grounding systems
  
• Cable routing, selection, and protection
  
• Proficiency in design software tools such as

  ETAP, AutoCAD, Dialux, Excel

  .
• Familiarity with

  electrical safety codes and standards

  (IEC, IEEE, CEA, IS codes).
• Experience with

  construction support, QA/QC

  , and

  site troubleshooting

  during commissioning.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams.
  
• Previous experience in

  EPC or design-build environments

  preferred.