Electrical Engineer

Description

Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer specializing in power system studies to design and deliver solutions in the Oil, Gas and New Energy sector. Key Highlights: 1. Significant and interesting projects in the Oil & Gas sector. 2. Commitment to diversity and inclusion, and continuous professional development. 3. Global connections with industry-leading experts. **Extraordinary people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.** Wood is seeking a Civil Engineer to join its Projects business unit, focusing on the Oil, Gas and New Energies (OGNE) area. This opportunity is on-site. **The Role** Wood Colombia is looking for an Electrical Engineering professional with 8 years of specific experience in executing electrical power system studies, preferably with experience in Oil and Gas, to serve as an Electrical Engineer. Work location: Bogotá. Expertise in design and execution of electrical power systems, compliant with national standards such as RETIE, NTC2050, and international standards such as IEC, IEEE and API. **Our Clients and Projects** Designing the future. Transforming the world. Wood’s Oil, Gas and New Energies business is built upon a strong track record of delivering large, complex projects for national and international energy companies worldwide. **What We Can Offer:** * Significant and interesting projects delivered to industry leaders in the Oil \& Gas sector. * Flexible work arrangements that balance client, team and individual needs. * Commitment to diversity and inclusion across our entire organization, supported by employee networks dedicated to giving voice to all employees. * Flexible benefits package that can be tailored to your lifestyle. * Commitment to continuous professional development through personalized development plans. * Global connections with industry-leading experts. * Conduct site visits to gather and collect information required for project development. * Site accompaniments to verify work performed by subcontractors. * Maintain project indicators, discipline-specific progress (electrical), schedule, talent management, estimate and report project indicators as frequently as required. * Report and communicate any observed changes in scope. * Coordinate and prepare terms of reference and evaluation of subcontractor proposals generated within the project related to specific electrical engineering topics. * Maintain design integrity in accordance with established standards and guidelines, ensuring consistency and technical accuracy across all designs; know and apply national and international standards and codes including RETIE, RETILAP, NTC2050, API, ISA, NEC/IEC, NFPA, etc. * Provide technical assistance to the Client, whether for projects executed at Wood offices or at the Client’s offices. * Attend scheduled workshops during project development, such as Peer Review, Constructibility, and Design Review. * Support development of cost estimates (CAPEX); occasionally contribute to defining scope for multiple bids and estimating man-hours for the Electrical discipline. **What Makes You Extraordinary?** At Wood, we are committed to equal opportunities and welcome all talented individuals to consider joining our team. So even if you do not meet every requirement listed below, but feel you possess 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. **Required:** * Software proficiency: NEPLAN, ETAP, EXCEL, WORD * Microsoft Office. * Preparation and analysis of electrical studies: short-circuit, load flow, motor starting, protection coordination, etc. * Experience in the Oil \& Gas sector. **Desirable:** * Teamwork * Communication and active listening * Initiative * Attention to detail * Results-oriented 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 45 countries, employing around 25,000 people. www.woodplc.com **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.