Chief Electrical Engineer

We are currently partnering with a leading organization in the energy/industrial sector to recruit an experienced Chief Electrical Engineer to lead and oversee large-scale projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Principal Electrical Engineer to ensure accurate implementation of project designs
• Lead and manage the work of Lead Engineers across multiple projects
• Prepare and review electrical engineering studies, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation
• Resolve complex engineering challenges in line with international codes and standards
• Define project scope, objectives, and priorities
• Plan, schedule, and monitor departmental workload
• Establish and maintain procedures, methods, and quality controls
• Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
• Liaise with internal teams and external clients

👥 Leadership Responsibilities:

• Manage, mentor, and develop the Electrical Engineering team
• Support recruitment, training, and performance management
• Contribute to departmental budgeting and resource planning
• Review performance and recommend salary adjustments
• Approve timesheets and oversee team productivity

🎓 Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Master’s Degree preferred)
• Registered Professional Engineer
• Minimum 25 years’ experience in Electrical Engineering
• Proven experience in oil & gas, hydrocarbon, refinery, offshore, or infrastructure projects
• Recognized as a specialist on large to mega-scale projects
• Strong expertise in:
• Electrical engineering design and practices
• Protection systems and calculations
• International codes, standards, and specifications