Lead Engineer/Specialist - Electrical
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 2, 2026. Kent scores B on the Alion truth index.
About the job:
Kent is looking for an experienced Electrical, Principal Engineer to be based in Mumbai office, who will have around 15+ years of relevant electrical feed and detailed design experience in projects, mostly in the field of Oil & Gas, Refinery, Petrochemical or Chemical sector with large EPC companies or Engineering Consulting organizations.
Your Responsibilities:
- International Codes & Standards and Best Engineering Practices that apply to Electrical.
- Quality management system and procedures
- Project management and control procedures
- Electrical workflow and interdisciplinary co-ordination
- Project Electrical Deliverables
- Project Risk Assessment
- Adherence to HSE norms by self and team
- Proficiency in understanding of Electrical Operating philosophy.
- Proficiency in Power system studies and analysis.
In addition to the responsibilities listed herein, the employee may be required to perform other ad-hoc tasks as needed or directed by the supervisor or management. These tasks will be within the reasonable scope of the employee's skills, capabilities, and role within the organization. The intent of this provision is to allow for flexibility and adaptability in meeting the dynamic needs of the organization, ensuring that operational requirements can be met efficiently. All such tasks will be assigned considering the employee's current workload and with respect to their professional development.
Your knowledge/skills, education, and experience:
Qualification/ Certification:
- BE/ BTech or master’s degree in electrical engineering
Experience:
- 15-20 years of basic and detail engineering experience in Upstream Oil & Gas, Refinery, & Petrochemical industry.
Knowledge:
- Prepare/Review design basis for the project as per the client design criteria.
- Review / provide guidance for preparation of all discipline engineering and design deliverables such as slds, specifications, datasheets, BOM, Panel and Cable schedule, 3D model, interconnection wiring drawings etc.
- Review and checking of Area classification drawings.
- Review calculations for all Electrical Equipment like Power transformers, DGs, Battery Sizing, Capacitor sizing, Grounding and Lightening protection. Cable sizing etc.
- Decide the substation layouts optimizing the size and design of the same along with the design team.
- Provide guidance for preparation of all layout drawings ,3D models and mto generation
- Prepare / provide guidance for preparation of power control and distribution philosophy for electrical system.
- Review installation drawings.
- Preparation or Review of Requisitions for quotation and for purchase
- Review vendor documents and quotations for compliance with project requirements.
- Participate in project design reviews.
- Prepare with cost/resource estimates, bid evaluations and project proposals.
- Perform inter-discipline squad checks.
- General guidance to designers for deciding the cable tray /trench routing and review 3D models.
- Attend model reviews as per project schedule.
- Shop inspections and Electrical Equipment FAT/SAT
- Site surveys and adequacy checks if required.
- Attend risk management meetings as required.
- Perform technical audits and quality reviews.
- Site pre-commissioning activities and engineering support as required as per project scope of work.
- Work out the MFL for the project as per the project schedule and inform HOD well in advance if any additional resource requirements.
Communication:
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Presentation and business communication skills.
Core Competencies:
- Leadership,
- Decision Making & Delegation
- Teamwork, Coordination, Planning and Organizing
- Flexibility / Adaptability• Business Acumen, Client Focus
- Flexible /Adoptability
- Stress management.
- Trustworthy
HSSEQ:
The Employee shall observe the Health, Safety, Sustainability, Environment and Quality rules of the Company; it’s clients and the governing authorities of the host country.
- Employee is responsible for adhering to all health and safety procedures, reporting hazards or incidents promptly, and actively participating in maintaining a safe workplace.
- Ensure mandatory safety training are completed
Details about the role:
Location: Mumbai
Relocation required: No
Travel required: As and when required
Contract type: Permanent
Experience level: 15-20 Years
Why Join us?
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- Health & Wellbeing Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclusion & Belonging Program
- Health insurance
- Work for a brand that's been in the industry for over 100 years
- Great Culture
- Safety-first culture with a collaborative and supportive team environment
- Opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most impactful projects in the global energy Sector.
We foster an environment where you are challenged professionally and empowered to take the lead on your career development with the support and guidance of our Leaders. We’re committed to making sure that every single person uses their time with us to gain valuable experience and skills for their future, so why not pursue your career so why not pursue your career with us today!