Project Design/Electrical Engineer Job Opening in Energy and Power Generation Company

StreSert Services Limited – Our client is into Energy and power generation. As a result of business
expansion, they are recruiting to fill the position of:

Job Title: Project Design/Electrical Engineer

Location: Lagos

Main Purpose
Main purpose of the Position (including reporting structure):

    Reporting to Technical Manager, CESN – Technical Support Group
    Provide technical support to the sales and projects teams for the evaluation and design of distributed power generation and co-generation systems in the range 2-20 MW at voltages up to 33kV

Experience Required

    A thorough knowledge of power generation systems, especially reciprocating engine mechanical, electrical, acoustical and installation disciplines, for based and small gas turbine power plants, used for base load, peaking and co-generation applications.
    Knowledge of parallel operation of electrical systems, generator to generator and generator to utility
    Knowledge of transformers, lv & mv switchgear, neutral earthing equipment and their application in power generation / distribution systems
    Knowledge of electrical control systems of mechanical Balance of Plant items
    Knowledge of the application of PLCs in control systems
    Technical and business skills to evaluate alternative technologies and designs
    Excellent communication skills to share experience provide advice and encourage creativity in cross-functional teams.
    Broad application knowledge is required across the range of generator set applications, in both diesel and gas powered equipment.
    Demonstrated competency with load profiling & power analysis
    Demonstrated competency in distributed generation electrical power systems
    Demonstrated capability in power distribution system equipment selection
    Demonstrated competency in cable scheduling
    Demonstrated competency in generator and distribution systems protection

Education/Qualifications Required

    7-10 years experience in design and / or operations in power generation industry.
    BS Electrical Engineering or relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities

    Provide technical support for evaluation and design on the electrical aspects of heat recovery and distributed generation systems that meet customer requirements.
    Optimise overall electrical systems designs for power generation and co-generation schemes to create best value, fit-for-purpose solutions that meet customer requirements
    Prepare competitive proposals and deliver systems that meet specifications and schedule.
    Designs, develops and contributes to the following design responsibilities:
        Control topologies
        Functional design specifications
        Develops I/O schedules
        Production and review of system / equipment Data Sheets
        Review suppliers drawings / schematics
        Produce project cable design documents
        Produce installation technical specifications
        Statements of Requirements
        Contributes to the development and review of system P&IDs
        Single line electrical system diagrams
        Protection / load flow / grading studies.
        Written design specifications for all electrical equipment Balance of Plant
        Technical Risk Assessments – ATEX/HAZOP/SAP etc.
    Prepare electrical systems designs for the CAD draughtsman
    Provide technical support and advice to the sales and projects teams.
    Attending customer / client / supplier meetings as required, including:
        Support of the BDM’s in meetings with their customers
        Participation in project review meetings
        Inspection & testing of key deliverables from equipment and service providers, as required prior to release of equipment
        Interact with suppliers to identify and meet customer requirements
        Interact with suppliers to identify and meet best available technology
    Recommendations of suppliers / equipment to Projects and Procurement.
    System problem identification and resolution, should problems occur during execution of projects.
    Keeps up to date with the latest relevant engineering standards and recommendations, to ensure client solutions designs are fit for purpose.
    Some on-site time reviewing installation against design intent, during installation phase will be required.

Salary
Proposed salary is between N300,000 – N400,000/ M (This depends on qualification, job knowledge & experience).

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should please forward their CV’s to: mgtpositions@stresert.com using ‘DESIGN /ELECTRICAL’ as the title of your application.

Note: Incorrect titled applications will not be opened. Only experienced candidates will be invited for interviews.

Deadline 25th May, 2015