Senior Electrical Engineer
Senior Electrical Engineer Open About you:
Join us. Unleash your energy within.
If you have world-class ambitions to reach the stars while keeping your feet on the ground, we’re the team for you. We've created a new breed of company – future-focused with reimagined ambition across all disciplines within the energy sector.
We love people who know their own potential and are not afraid to use it. We know that together, we’re far more than the sum of our parts. So, we celebrate people who want to grow and develop as we work together on some of the largest projects on the energy world stage.
We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community – a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process.
Our purpose and beliefs:
As Kent, we’re tackling the greatest challenge of our time - to bring our world the energy it needs in the most responsible way ever imagined.
It’s the energy of every member of our team driven by our beliefs that is making this happen. Whatever our skill, our language, or our culture. These beliefs define and direct us every day to be the very best - for ourselves, our clients, our key stakeholders, the communities we operate in and the planet:
We PLAY BIG
We thrive on EMOTIONAL AGILITY
We are FANATICAL ABOUT PERFORMANCE
We are built on INFINITE THINKING
Read more about the Purpose, Beliefs and Guiding Principles that drive us :
Our vision for Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging:
We recognise that diversity & inclusion are catalysts for success. We’re heightening awareness on the benefits of people diversity, diversity of experiences and diversity of our perspectives. Creating a culture of inclusivity where all employees feel a sense of belonging.
Our combined energy is fueled by different nationalities, across 6 continents and 24 countries. Our commitment is to celebrate character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability.
Kent is looking for a Senior Electrical Engineer who will be responsible for coordinating the production of engineering deliverables and providing progress reporting for a project in accordance with the
project plan. Undertakes specified tasks / areas of work dependent on size and complexity of project, as defined by the Lead/Principal Engineer or Project Engineering Manager. Capable of supervising and checking the work of other Engineers as delegated by the Lead Engineer / Group Manager.
Responsible for communicating technical/project issues potentially impacting the project to the Lead Engineer / Project Engineer or Project Engineering Manager.
The Senior Electrical Engineer is typically accountable to the Lead / Principal Engineer, or Project Engineer, discipline Lead Engineer and/or
Project Manager, depending on size and complexity of the Project. Corporate reporting line is to respective Departmental / Group Manager.
Skills & Responsibilities:
Supports / organises the preparation of the Technical Document Register (TDR). Identifies requirements and scope of work; reviews Basis of Design, philosophies, specifications, and other relevant documents. Identifies and resolves discrepancies and divergences from original proposal to Lead / Principal Engineer.
Can be technically responsible for an area of work and supervises preparation of specific deliverables.
Supervising and checking the work of other engineers as delegated by the lead engineer / group manager.
Undertakes specific tasks / area of work as defined by the Lead / Principal Engineer, including: Preparing Philosophies, Specifications, Single Line Diagrams, Schedules, Datasheets and preparation of technical requisitions for long lead items.
Capable of participating in Factory Acceptance Tests.
Competent to review and check work carried out by other engineers, as delegated by Lead / Principal Engineer.
Supports the Lead Electrical Engineer with Technical Bid Evaluations. Reviews vendor documentation and comments to ensure design conformance.
Ensures equipment compatibility and conformance with client specifications and requirements. (Per Contract).
Ensures compliance with Kent’s ISO Quality procedures, Project Quality Plan and Design Integrity processes and procedures.
Complying with other Kent accredited frameworks such as ISO 14001.
Contributes to training and development of other staff including identifying employee strengths and weaknesses and recommends training and development requirements.
Interfaces with other disciplines as necessary to ensure integrated and optimal design.
Performs related duties as and when instructed by Lead / Principal Engineer.
In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad- hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.
Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:
Typically Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
Chartered Status preferred.
Experience working for Engineering / Client organisations in the Oil and Gas Industry.
Exposure to Consultancy, FEED / Detailed Design and EPC projects.
Knowledge of international equipment specifications and codes.
In depth knowledge of standard international specifications and codes.
Knowledge of Safety and Quality procedures.
Activity Scheduling and discipline work priorities.
Communication:
Good Communication skills - both written and spoken.
Behaviour/ Core Competencies:
Good coordination, monitoring and supervisory skills.
Cost awareness.
Proactive approach and attention to detail.
Team player.
HSSEQ:
The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
We are committed to our diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop. From day one, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and employee networks to support staff from different backgrounds.
As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities.
We’re a disability-friendly employer and can make adjustments to support you to perform at your best during the recruitment process. Please contact us confidentially at "To apply, click the Totaljobs apply button" to find out how we can support you.
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About us
We fuse our heritage and future, people and natural resources, trades and high-end engineering, problem solving and grit, to create a new energy in the sector. Large enough to offer every skill and capability. Small enough to be agile and make decisions on the ground, right where they’re needed. That helps us put our clients at the top of their game. And puts us at the top of ours.
Our recruitment process
* Browse through our open roles
Visit the 'Our Latest Vacancies' section of our careers page, and use the search bar to filter by keyword, category, or location.
* Apply for the role you're most interested in
Click on "Learn more" to view the job description. Once you find the role(s) you're most interested in, click on “Apply Today” to be taken to our applicant tracking system.
Didn’t you find an opening that fits you? Don't worry - we're always looking for new talent to join us! You can register as a candidate in our applicant tracking system to stay updated on future opportunities by clicking on 'New User?'.
* Complete your applicant profile
Once you’re in our applicant tracking system, we'll ask you to tell us more about yourself, like your skills, experience and CV.
At Kent, we take data privacy very seriously. Choose whether to securely store your information for up to three years for potential future roles.
* Confirmation of your application
Once you have successfully finished your application, you’ll receive an automated confirmation email.
* Talent team screening process
Our Talent team will review your application within one week, however during busy periods there may be a delay at this stage.
If you are shortlisted, we will conduct a telephone pre-screening call to discuss your reasons for applying, salary expectations and availability.
* Hiring manager screening process
Our hiring manager will then review your application, typically within one week. However, during busy periods there may be short delays at this stage.
If shortlisted by your hiring manager, you’ll be invited to an in-person or Microsoft Teams interview with the hiring manager and typically another member of the Kent team.
The interview may last up to an hour, and we’ll ask you about your experience, technical skills, and relevant competencies. All the notes taken during your interview will be held securely against your candidate profile on the applicant tracking system.
Some roles may require a second interview as part of the hiring process.
* Next steps after the interview process
Following the completion of the interview process, you should expect to hear from our Talent team typically within a week.
If you’ve been successful, we’ll reach out to you with an offer.
Upon acceptance, we’ll agree on a start date and begin the onboarding process through our People & Culture team – who will help with making your onboarding process as smooth and stress-free as possible. They'll be there to answer any questions you may have, provide guidance, and help you get settled into your new role.
If you’ve not been successful this time, we will share feedback and ask if you’d like us to retain your details in our applicant tracking system for future opportunities.
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Head office Company Size 10.000+ employees Industry Engineering Services Year Founded 1994 Website kentplc.com
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