Senior E&I Engineer Job (Accra, GH)

Residential Position

Employment Type:Permanent

Tullow is an independent energy company dedicated to building a better future through responsible oil and gas development in Africa, with producing assets in Ghana. We are committed to achieving Net Zero on our Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. Our Shared Prosperity strategy ensures we deliver lasting socio-economic benefits to host nations by investing in local skills development, community partnerships and sustainable infrastructure.

At Tullow, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a value-led culture underpinned by Aim High, Own It and Be True, where continuous improvement, collaboration and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

The Opportunity

Tullow is offering an exciting opportunity within the Ghana Business Unit team. We are looking for a dynamic Senior Electrical & Instrumentation Engineer to join us on a Permanent basis, located at our office in Accra, Ghana.

Job Purpose

• Act as technical authority for electrical systems

• Provide E&I engineering support to the Offshore Asset Teams in order to maximize asset production performance at lowest unit cost

• Provide E&I support to the operation team for all change requests (MoCs)

• Provide input to engineering deliverables at design, construction, and commissioning stages of capital projects

• Monitor and recommend plant optimization opportunities

• Prepare and amend electrical engineering design deliverables

• Interface with other teams to maximize value of the asset

• Provide electrical support to onshore facilities asset team

Key Roles and Responsibilities

• Act as Technical Authority to provide assurance on the adherence of electrical Performance Standards and assess any deviation

• Assess and provide support and guidance to the Offshore RPE

• Baseline the performance of the processing facilities to identify constraints, operating restrictions and sensitivities in electrical and power systems

• Liaise with 3rd party power and electrical SME’s to optimize operations and develop improvement opportunities.

• Manage power system studies (short circuit, motor starting, over voltage protection, arc flashing, harmonics etc.) as required

• Ensure electrical protections are adequately designed and remain fit for purpose

• Ensure that Ex protection of the entire FPSO meet the required standards and remain within design specification

• Ensure electrical and Instrumentation specifications, data sheets, cable schedules and interface schedules meet standard expectations

• Manage the implementation of studies and design changes including equipment sizing, UPS, cable sizing, lighting, grounding, instruments selection and heat tracing

• Ensure technology deployment opportunities are assessed to ensure plant performance is optimized and emissions minimized. Assess obsolescence and provide remediation plan

• Ensure electrical PO’s meet company standards for critical electrical equipment

• Provide support to offshore operation team in day-to-day operation on E&I troubleshooting, change request and possible optimizations

• Ensure that company electrical specifications for use of permanent and temporary electrical equipment are fit for purpose and adhered to

• Provide engineering support to project engineers and M&I team on all E&I matters

• Provide construction engineering input to project engineers and operation planner to build up an accurate offshore execution plan

• Ensure that all proposed modifications allow safe operation of facilities and maintain technical integrity

• Participate in design reviews, audits, HAZOPs and other technical safety-related reviews as required • Maintains up to date knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and legislative requirements.

• Participates in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) assessments as required

• Liaise with vendors, sub-contractors to improve equipment performance & deliver operational & project modifications to improve operational efficiency.

• Identifies, develops, and completes Management of Change, Engineering Change Requests including Engineering assessments

• Provide E&I engineering support to project commissioning activities

• Support MOC process and ensure MOC’s are progressed in a timely manner.

• Engages external vendors and local service providers, within the assigned authority levels

• Ensure that all E&I critical documentation is maintained up to date of all modifications and “as built”

Experience & Education

A bachelor’s degree or tertiary equivalent in Electrical Engineering or in a related discipline

Skills

• 10 years’ minimum experience in the hydrocarbon or offshore oil & gas industry, with Floating Production facilities acting as Technical Authority

• Experience of high, medium and low voltage systems

• Experience in Ex standards and management of Ex compliance of operating units

• Able to demonstrate a good work ethic & knowledge of the relevant Ghanaian and International standards applicable to the oil & gas industry, and how they relate specifically to the facility operations.

• Fully familiar with international codes e.g., IEEE, IEC, NEC, ISA, NEMA, CSA, UL, API

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• High level of computer literacy in office packages, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

• Ability to find and mark-up existing documents in a coherent manner for use in scoping and implementing changes

• Knowledge of the document control and procurement management systems and processes.

• Current OPITO accredited TBOSIET (Tropical Basic Offshore Safety Escape Training) qualification and UKOOA accredited offshore medical clearance certificate are required for offshore travel to the FPSO – training provided by Tullow when required

What we Offer

Tullow offer a competitive reward package of base salary, incentives and benefits which is designed to attract, retain, and motivate the best talent.

Flexible hours to help you balance work and life commitments
A performance-driven culture that rewards results and innovation
A strong commitment to your development, including tailored learning programmes and mentoring
The opportunity to make a real impact, working alongside dedicated experts across functions
A genuinely inclusive and diverse environment where every voice is valued
Competitive remuneration, performance-linked incentives and comprehensive benefits

We believe in building long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with our people. Tullow offer an opportunity to broaden your horizons, grow your network and have the support you need to thrive.

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