Electrical Engineer at Kinetic Electromechanic

Job Purpose

The Electrical Engineer will be involved in the planning, design, and execution of electrical systems in mechanical, piping, and process-driven projects. This includes supervision of site activities, ensuring electrical systems support fabrication, welding, and installation equipment, and ensuring compliance with standards, safety, and client specifications.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering Support

• Develop and interpret electrical designs and layouts for equipment powering pipe fabrication, welding stations, HVAC, lighting, and instrumentation
• Design power distribution systems, grounding, cable routing, and panel schedules
• Ensure integration of electrical systems with mechanical and process units

Site Installation & Supervision

• Supervise installation of electrical systems for welding machines, heavy-duty equipment (grinders, cranes, compressors), lighting and power points, and control panels and junction boxes
• Ensure correct load distribution, safety interlocks, and proper earthing

Project Planning & Execution

• Prepare Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, and shop drawings
• Support procurement team with technical input on electrical materials
• Coordinate with piping, mechanical, and civil teams for sequencing and interfacing

Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance

• Perform loop checks, megger tests, and load trials on connected systems
• Commission control systems for automated welding or fabrication machines
• Maintain backup power systems (generators, UPS, etc.)

Documentation & Compliance

• Develop and maintain method statements, risk assessments, and QA/QC documentation
• Ensure adherence to Nigerian Electrical Code, IEE, IEC, and NEC standards
• Liaise with consultants and client inspectors for approvals

Required Qualifications & Experience

• B.Sc / B.Eng. or HND in Electrical Engineering
• 7 – 15 years of relevant experience