Electrical Lead (Water)

Job Description

Atkins, an SNC-Lavalin company, is a world-leader in engineering and design consultancy and construction; we have the breadth and depth of expertise to respond to the most technically challenging and time-critical infrastructure projects. Applying a networked management approach, and with a focus on staff empowerment, trust and agility, our fast-paced business can match your ambitions. The Infrastructure division is currently looking for an Electrical Lead to join our mechanical, electrical and process () team in Qatar and we plan to utilise your specialist skills to provide innovative multidisciplinary engineering solutions for our clients.The national practice is a well-established, multidisciplinary, water engineering team. We have an extensive portfolio of International projects, helping our clients address asset creation, process improvement and plant optimisation needs. Our locally focused teams incorporate expert process, mechanical and electrical engineers who provide a multidisciplinary approach to solving our clients? problems in creating, managing, building and investing in water and wastewater infrastructure.Detailed role requirements:

• BSc, BEng, BA or Equivalent with an electrical engineering bias; chartered Member/Fellow of a recognised engineering institution
• 7-15 years of relevant experience, preferably within Middle East
• Proven ability to manage and coordinate specialised activity, discipline or team of moderate size and complexity
• Leading in the formulation of advanced technical concepts and providing specialist Works in support of project requirements
• Independently performing highly complex professional assignments demanding contributions calling for the application of specialised principles
• Computer-literate and able to work effectively work with the basic Microsoft suite of programmes as a minimum
• Extensive experience within the water and/or wastewater engineering sector
• Ability to provide a customer-focussed service with a clear understanding of the water sector regulatory framework and strategic business planning
• Understanding of water and wastewater treatment technologies; an interest in developing and/or exploiting new and emerging technologies and techniques
• Ability to complete assignments on time, within budget and to a high technical standard
• A well-developed understanding of the design process
• Proven ability to manage and mentor teams and/or individuals and/or projects, potentially split across disciplines, locations and stakeholders
• A well-developed external profile and reputation; a desire to raise the profile of oneself and the Company
• Willingness to contribute to and develop our technical knowledge networks

Personal qualities

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Well-motivated, with a positive outlook and approachable manner
• Capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with colleagues and clients
• Ability to influence at a senior level, inside and outside of the Company
• Ability to be flexible and to multi-task and prioritise when necessary
• Flexible and able to work within Qatar and overseas, as work demands and if necessary
• Leadership qualities - inspirational, motivational, a role model

Responsibilities

• Asset surveys and assessments, using cutting-edge technologies and techniques as appropriate
• Feasibility, outline and detailed electrical and ICA design work (transformers, generators, LVSB, MCC, instrumentation, PLC, SCADA, telemetry etc.) including equipment and system specifications, design schedules, drawings: SLDs, BCDs, earthing, systems architecture diagrams, user requirement specifications (URS/FDS), technical design risk assessments, P&IDs, cost and programme estimations
• Electrical and ICA supplier design and equipment assessment and evaluation
• Technical report writing at all stages of the project lifecycle
• Liaison with clients worldwide.
• Support and/or lead bids, fee proposals or offers of service; development of activity schedules/work plans
• Understanding of HAZOP, DSEAR, CDM, WIMES, British and European Standards and other statutory, regulatory and non-regulatory provisions and guidance
• Development of standard and bespoke design solutions for the water industry and beyond
• Meet and exceed our quality, programme, budgetary and H&S requirements on projects
• Delivering projects as a part of multidisciplinary, multi-location, multi-party teams
• Preparing profile-raising material such as technical papers and presentations to conferences, staff and clients
• Support and/or deliver technical and ?expert witness? investigations and appraisals
• Ownership of specific skill areas or activities within our technical knowledge networks; contributing to technical network activities, to broaden your and our skills, experience and technical reputation
• Supporting and mentoring less experienced colleagues
• Working with and developing new automated digital design tools

Why work with us?We provide industry-leading engineering services right through the project lifecycle. Our technical networks offer fantastic opportunities for you to grow your experience, expertise and reputation amongst your peers and beyond. Our broad range of projects, and wide pool of expert people will help you and your career grow to suit your aspirations and desires. We will help you to develop professionally and personally through a portfolio of training and development activities designed to help you make the best of your abilities and talents. Your development plan will be regularly reviewed through an on-going career development process. We actively support staff who seek to achieve membership or fellowship of relevant professional institutions.Rewards & Benefits:We offer an excellent package which includes:

• A competitive salary
• Transportation allowance
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Annual leave
• Medical and life insurance cover
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Annual flight allowance to point of origin
• Employee Well-Being Programme ? 24 hour free advice on financial, legal and family care specialists and also access to personal health, fitness and nutrition consultants

SNC Lavalins Atkins business is one of the largest multidisciplinary, multi sector engineering design consultancies in the world and is part of the SNC Lavalin Group.As one of the world?s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies with a leading track record in the Water sector, Atkins are ideally placed to respond to this market. We have a broad establishment and proud, 50 year history throughout the Middle East region.We provide a full range of design, engineering and project management services for water, buildings, transportation and other infrastructure programmes.Atkins in the Middle East now employs around 2,000 staff serving Gulf clients across all market sectors from offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Al Ain, Sharjah, Riyadh, Jeddah, Manama, Doha, Muscat and Kuwait City.Acquired by SNC Lavalin in 2017, we also have an extensive depth of geographic exposure across 50 countries and the breadth of 53,000 experts, making us one of the largest multidisciplinary consultancies in the region.

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