Electrical Engineer

An experienced Electrical Engineer is sought to provide hands-on support for chemical manufacturing operations at the Port Qasim Karachi site. The role involves active participation in the design, specification, installation, start-up, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electrical power generation, distribution, and protection systems. This position supports ongoing manufacturing processes and new installations aimed at enhancing plant reliability and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

- Collaborate closely with Maintenance, Operations, and Process teams to troubleshoot electrical equipment issues and develop repair or upgrade plans that ensure plant operations and long-term reliability.
- Develop detailed design specifications for new or existing electrical equipment based on specific manufacturing and process requirements.
- Manage assigned reliability improvement projects, overseeing schedules, budgets, testing protocols, documentation, and approval processes.
- Participate actively in technical reviews such as Design Reviews, PHA, HAZOP, SAFOP, SIL, 3D Modeling, and Constructability assessments.
- Assist in creating and completing check sheets and checklists for pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
- Handle electrical equipment procurement tasks including preparing vendor bid inquiries, analyzing bids, selecting vendors, reviewing and approving technical proposals, drawings, and manuals, and attending FAT/shop tests as necessary.
- Ensure strict compliance with the company’s ISO Quality procedures, Project Quality Plan, and Design Integrity processes.
- Prepare and review Preventative Maintenance work plans for all electrical equipment and systems, including power generation, distribution, substations, switchgear, motors, and control systems.
- Supervise and manage outside contractors for design and field construction work, ensuring adherence to local safety requirements.
- Follow Site Management of Change procedures and conduct safety reviews during engineering, design, and testing phases.
- Work closely with the Site Operations team to improve process and productivity through reliable electrical power systems.
- Lead the development of future electrical projects through a stage-gate process covering evaluation, assessment, definition, design, execution, and start-up.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
- 2 to 5 years of relevant experience in Petrochemical, Chemical, Oil and Gas, and/or Power Plant industries.
- Hands-on experience with substation automation and load management systems.
- Proficiency with GE Excitation Systems for generators.
- Knowledge of Short Circuit and Protection Coordination Studies.
- Experience with DC and AC UPS systems.
- Familiarity with protection relays for medium voltage (MV) and low voltage (LV) electrical networks.
- Working knowledge of MV and LV Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs).
- Exposure to consultancy, conceptual engineering, FEED, EPCIC, and operations activities.
- Field experience and strong understanding of power electronic-based control systems, software, tools, and techniques.
- In-depth knowledge of national and international electrical regulations, specifications, codes, and standards.
- Awareness of safety and quality procedures.
- Strong communication skills, cost awareness, and a proactive approach.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Team player with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and verbal/written communication skills.
- Competence in activity scheduling and prioritizing work disciplines.
- Ability to analyze problems, establish evidence-based facts, draw accurate conclusions, and make sound recommendations.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits

While not explicitly stated, candidates with additional experience in project management, advanced technical certifications, or exposure to international projects may find enhanced opportunities for growth. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic chemical manufacturing environment, contributing to critical infrastructure that supports plant reliability and operational excellence.