Senior Engineer

Job Category Engineering Remarkable people trusted by clients to design and advance the world Wood India Consulting is recruiting for a Senior Engineer - Electrical to join the team focusing on offshore and subsea projects within our Technical Consulting Division This position is based in Chennai and because success in the role will require in-person contact with the team remote work is not an option The Role We are seeking a skilled and experienced Senior Electrical Engineer to join our team The ideal candidate will have a strong background subsea engineering principles subsea systems and relevant industry codes and standards e g API ISO This role involves working closely with our engineering team to develop FE models perform detailed analyses and provide insights that drive our product development and optimisation Our Clients and Projects Designing the future Transforming the world Within Technical Consulting our clients range from both major and independent operators of onshore oil gas and clean energy facilities such as carbon capture utilisation and storage CCUS and windfarms through to suppliers fabricators and EPC contractors We execute projects from concept through detailed design construction and commissioning on a world-wide basis We are proud to be working on projects that support the energy transition journey enabling a more sustainable future for us all What we can offer Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high profile clients across the Energy Sector within the UK and other international locations as required Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion we are an organisation actively committed to diversity and inclusion across our business Competitive renumeration package with regular reviews to ensure we are rewarding at the right level in line with the market Commitment to continued professional development development plans that are tailored to your individual needs and interests Global connections join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of our industry shaping the standards of our profession Responsibilities The key objectives for this role are Technical Leadership Provide technical expertise in topside subsea electrical engineering activities we are specially looking for engineers with experience of front-end activities Participate in the development of engineering solutions for subsea projects ensuring compliance with applicable codes regulations and industry standards Stay updated with the latest technological advancements and industry trends in topside and subsea engineering and apply them to enhance project efficiency and safety Subsea Controls Electrical Design Develop and review design for electrical panels located on onshore terminals offshore platforms floating vessels responsible for providing AC or DC power up to 1000 V and communication to subsea equipment located up to 100 km away from the source Experience on fibre optic communication and on copper-based communication superimposed on power line Experience on power and communication analysis using PSpice or equivalent software to identify best-case and worst-case power and communication response of the system with multiple nodes Experience on preparing test philosophies and procedures for topside and subsea electrical equipment Preferably should have an experience on developing and reviewing the subsea electrical engineering designs specifications and procedures for Subsea Control Module Distribution Module and subsea instrumentation Collaborate with contractors vendors and suppliers to evaluate and select appropriate topside subsea equipment power communication distribution architecture and communication topology Review engineering deliverables to ensure technical alignment across multiple contractors BoD s PFD S P IDS etc HSE Compliance Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with health safety and environmental HSE regulations throughout subsea engineering activities Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate measures to mitigate potential hazards and minimise operational risks Qualifications What makes you remarkable At Wood we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team So even if you don t match every statement below but feel you have some of the experience knowledge or skills needed for this role we encourage you to apply It will take all of us working together to deliver solutions to the world s most critical challenges Expected Bachelor s degree or higher in engineering in electrical engineering Proven experience in electrical engineering within the oil and gas industry preferably having a proven track record in subsea projects Strong knowledge of subsea engineering principles subsea systems and relevant industry codes and standards e g API ISO Proficiency in using subsea engineering software tools such as subsea design and analysis software Demonstrated project management skills including the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently prioritize tasks and deliver results within deadlines and budget constraints Excellent communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams stakeholders and contractors Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on finding innovative and practical solutions to complex subsea engineering challenges Sound understanding of HSE regulations and a commitment to promoting a safe working environment About Us Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets We provide consulting projects and operations solutions in 60 countries employing around 35 000 people Diversity Statement We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following which is a non-exhaustive list race colour age religion gender national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws