Intermediate Electrical Engineer - Brisbane, Queensland
Summary:
Design engineer role to support and develop the relevant discipline project deliverables as part of the Equinox Engineering Australia team.
Key Responsibilities
- Main priorities involve preparation of key electrical documentation including area classifications, drawings and reports, single line diagrams, electrical load and equipment lists as well as reports associated with electrical system studies (such as short circuit calculations, time current coordination, load flow, motor starting and harmonic analysis using SKM and ETAP software).
- Provide electrical input into the detailed scope of work, Design Basis Memorandum (DBM), and Project Execution Plan (PEP).
- Develop the electrical design for a project or proposal.
- Determine the detailed engineering design criteria.
- Analyze the designs of vendors or subcontractors providing specific equipment.
- Review the work of others to ensure consistency and integrity of design throughout the project.
- Ensure that all discipline deliverables are checked and verified.
- Development of electrical Material Takeoffs (MTOs)
- Provide electrical input for DBM, detailed scope of work, and PEP coordinating with all concerned disciplines.
- Prepare engineering task hour estimates and provide input into project schedules.
- Prepare and review electrical single line diagrams, wiring diagrams and schematics.
- Develop and evaluate electrical equipment and construction specifications.
- Perform engineering support for procurement activities including MRQ/MRP development, technical bid evaluation and vendor drawing approvals.
- Perform engineering development of Construction Work Package (CWP), including project description, construction specifications, Issued for Construction (IFC) drawings and material lists.
- Provide engineering support during construction including field engineering, inspection and special studies.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Must possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Candidate must be proficient in low voltage power distribution and control systems design.
- Familiarity with high and medium voltage would be advantageous.
- Successful candidate will also be proficient in protective relaying, motor control systems, hazardous area classification assessment and reporting, electrical equipment sizing and PLCs applications.
- Must be familiar with electrical safety regulations and codes compliance requirements
- Ability to coordinate with other engineering disciplines required.
Education and Qualifications:
- Electrical Engineering or related Engineering degree preferred.
- Registered Engineer in Queensland (RPEQ) preferred or working towards.
- Minimum 5 – 8 years oil and gas experience with EPCM background.
- Experience in Oil & Gas facility projects including gas processing facilities, compression facilities, wellsites, pipelines, etc.
- Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (i.e. AS, EEHA, Atex, IEEE, API).
Equinox Success Statement
Equinox delivers focused & experienced premium teams customized with the best technical expertise to align with client culture and requirements to ensure successful projects on a repeatable basis.
About Equinox Engineering Ltd.
Established in 1997, Equinox is a distinguished EPCM service provider globally. Our wide-ranging portfolio includes Sweet and Sour Gas Processing Facilities, Heavy and Conventional Oil Production, Steam Pipeline Systems, and an increasing focus on sustainable energy solutions like Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) facilities and pipelines, Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) projects, and Landfill Gas (LFG) initiatives.
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