Project Engineer – Power (Local Talent)

About the role

The Project Engineer – Power will support the project team in executing EPC and call‑off contractor works for overhead transmission line (OHTL) construction in Basra, Iraq. This site‑based role coordinates technical activities, manages contractor and consultant interfaces, and ensures compliance with client, safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee OHTL construction activities, ensuring work follows approved drawings, method statements, and specifications.
• Plan and execute 33 kV to 132 kV (or higher) transmission projects, coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction teams.
• Monitor project milestones, review schedules, identify site constraints, and propose mitigation measures.
• Prepare and present regular progress reports to senior management and clients.
• Ensure compliance with IEC/IEEE standards, conduct inspections, audits, and maintain quality records.
• Assist with quantity verification, BOQ tracking, variation claims, change orders, and review subcontractor invoices.
• Support pre‑commissioning and commissioning activities, coordinate energization readiness, and close out punch points.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in high‑voltage (HV/EHV) transmission line projects, preferably in the oil and gas sector.
• Experience working in the Middle East, especially Iraq, is an advantage.
• Familiarity with Majnoon Oil Field projects is a plus.

Required skills

• Overhead Transmission Line (OHTL) construction.
• High‑Voltage (HV/EHV) transmission systems.
• IEC/IEEE standards compliance.
• Project planning and execution.
• Quantity verification and BOQ tracking.
• Testing, pre‑commissioning and commissioning.
• Energization coordination with grid authorities.