Marine Design Engineer - Electrical

About the role

A shipyard in Muscat is looking for a Marine Design Engineer (Electrical) to prepare the electrical design of vessels for new construction. Visa sponsorship is provided.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare the vessel's electrical design basis, system architecture and design calculations, including electrical load balance and generator and emergency power requirements.
• Develop main and emergency switchboard single-line diagrams and power distribution drawings.
• Design and coordinate electrical distribution, motor control centres, starter panels, protection systems and earthing arrangements.
• Prepare cable schedules, cable sizing calculations, cable routing layouts, cable tray drawings and termination diagrams.
• Prepare technical specifications, equipment lists, material take-offs and bills of materials.
• Coordinate with naval architects, mechanical engineers, shipyard personnel and equipment vendors to resolve design and installation conflicts.

Required profile

• Degree or diploma in Electrical Engineering, Marine Electrical Engineering or an equivalent discipline.
• Relevant experience in marine electrical engineering, shipbuilding or vessel new construction.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare electrical engineering drawings and calculations independently.

Required skills

• Good knowledge of marine generators, switchboards, distribution systems, cable engineering, protection and electrical safety.
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical, AutoCAD or equivalent marine electrical CAD tools.