Electrical Team Leader

Title:

Job Title: Electrical Engineering Team Lead (Concepts and Pre-FEED)

Location: Middle East (UAE) – Abu Dhabi

Experience Required: 20-25 years

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Lead, train, and manage a team of electrical engineers, ensuring expertise in all functionalities of electrical systems.
• Oversee the planning, scheduling, and execution of Concept and Pre-Feed projects.
• Interface with clients during meetings, align with project requirements, and complete necessary reports.
• Collaborate closely with concept teams to develop innovative solutions.
• Leading a multicultural team, ensuring effective collaboration and addressing any interpersonal conflicts.

Technical Expertise:

• Provide technical guidance in the design and implementation of 400kV, 132kV, and 11kV distribution systems.
• Expertise in substation design, including AIS (Air Insulated Substations) and GIS (Gas Insulated Substations).
• Develop and review ring main designs and other overall electrical distribution systems.
• Ensure compliance with the Ministry of Electricity (MoE-Iraq) safety standards and procedures.
• Present concept options during weekly meetings and write technical notes/reports.
• Proficient in ETAP for Load Flow, Short Circuit, Arc Flash, and Harmonic Analysis.
• Experience in transmission and distribution in EHT, HT, and LT networks. Addressing and solving complex technical issues in high-voltage systems and substation designs.

Project Management:

• Manage multiple CTRs (Cost, Time, and Resources) simultaneously, ensuring timely completion within budget and schedule.
• Managing expectations and maintaining effective communication with diverse stakeholders, including clients and other parties.
• Conduct risk assessments for the concept options selected and developing strategies to mitigate potential issues.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure all work meets the highest quality standards.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Training and Development:

• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies.
• Promote a culture of learning and development within the team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field.
• 20-25 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 10 years in the Middle East, preferably Iraq.
• Extensive experience in 400kV, 132kV, and 11kV distribution systems, substation design, AIS/GIS, and ring main designs.
• Strong leadership and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiency in electrical design software like ETAP, Transmission & Distribution Design, etc.,
• Knowledge of local (Iraq- Standards) and international electrical standards.
• Ability to work in a multicultural environment.

Additional Requirements:

• Experience in direct line management of staff.
• Ability to meet deadlines in a demanding environment.  This is a must.
• Provide effective communication with management, peers, and clients.
• Ensure security and integrity of all data provided, including reporting performance and customer information.