Senior Utility Specialist

Job description

• Experience in the design and supervision of the installation of Infrastructure dry utilities
• Experience in working with Primary & Distribution Substations 22kv (From design stage to handing over stage)
• Experience in working on MV networks conceptual design (Single Line) & Protection Schemes
• Experience in the testing & commissioning of all electrical system components/equipment
• Ability to resolve technical issues and clashes during the design development process with other stakeholders.
• Experience in dealing with authorities for cases involving departure from standards (i.e. sub-standard design).
• Review and recommend samples, Design Details, Work Procedure, Method Statements, Schedules, Programs etc.
• Experience with High voltage & extra High voltage networks
• Specialized in the design of LV & MV schemes
• Familiar with Qatar Transmission Grid Code and its requirements
• Familiar with Kahramaa rules and regulations and their internal processes with hands on experience in coordinating with Kahramaa stakeholders on technical matters for approvals.
• Experience in planning, designing and optimizing electrical requirements of plot subdivisions in line with local codes & standards
• Familiar with relevant software for design of dry utilities

Qualification, Technical Skills and Competencies required to Execute this Role

• Engineering Graduate preferably with a Master’s degree in a specific Utility.
• Chartered Professional Engineering certification or equivalent is preferred
• MME Registered Engineer – Grade A
• Knowledge of construction supervision services
• Understanding of international engineering standards and codes
• Good interpersonal and leadership skills
• Strong communication skills
• Good planning and organization skills
• Strong attention to details
• Strong time management skills
• Proficiency in spoken and written Arabic and English

Experience Required to Execute this Role
• 20+ years of International experience of which 10+ in Qatar in major infrastructure planning and design works with site construction experience.
• Experience within the Middle East