Electrical Lead Engineer

Electrical Lead Engineer – ref. JOB-1610 SUMMARY: We are looking for an Electrical Design Engineer to carry out and coordinate electrical engineering studies for industrial projects in the energy, Oil & Gas, and petrochemical sectors. Do you have strong experience in low-voltage electrical design, equipment sizing, and electrical network architecture? Are you looking to coordinate a team of electrical designers and draftsmen while ensuring technical quality and compliance with cost and schedule targets? Join an engineering team working on industrial projects with significant technical challenges. YOUR MISSION: • Carrying out low-voltage electrical studies, including the preparation of consumer lists and the definition of normal and emergency low-voltage network architectures. • Designing electrical networks and preparing power generation and distribution single-line diagrams. • Preparing power balance calculations for normal and emergency low-voltage networks. • Sizing and specifying key electrical equipment, including generators (TG, DG) and their protection systems, low-voltage distribution boards, HV/LV transformers, electrical cabinets, inverters, battery chargers, and cables. • Producing electrical drawings for distribution cabinets, power connection drawings, and lighting studies. • Performing cable calculations and preparing the associated calculation reports. • Preparing earthing and lightning protection layouts. • Estimating the supply and installation costs of electrical equipment. • Preparing technical requisitions and specifications for electrical equipment and construction contracts. • Reviewing and evaluating suppliers’ and contractors’ technical and commercial bids. • Participating in factory and site acceptance tests (FAT/SAT), as well as supervising testing and commissioning activities. • Contributing to tender preparation and budget development, while monitoring schedules, engineering hours, and costs. • Acting as the technical interface with clients and suppliers. • Managing and coordinating a team of electrical and electrotechnical designers and draftsmen. YOUR EXPERIENCE: • Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a similar electrical engineering design role. • Experience in industrial environments, ideally in the energy, Oil & Gas, and petrochemical sectors. • Proven experience in low-voltage electrical network design, equipment sizing, and calculation reports. • Experience preparing technical specifications, consulting suppliers, and evaluating bids. • Experience in cost estimation, cost monitoring, and project management support. • Experience coordinating or supervising teams of electrical designers and draftsmen. • Proficiency in Caneco BT. Knowledge of ETAP or Caneco HT is an advantage. YOUR PROFILE: • Engineering degree in Electrical Engineering or Electrotechnics, or an equivalent qualification. • Strong technical skills in the design and sizing of industrial electrical installations. • Good command of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word. • Ability to work independently, with strong organizational skills and a collaborative mindset. • Strong analytical, synthesis, and technical writing skills, with attention to detail. • Ability to coordinate a team and ensure compliance with quality, cost, and schedule requirements. • Professional fluency in English. • Location: Aix-en-Provence, France. YOUR MOTIVATION: You are not only an excellent Electrical Design Engineer, but also committed to supporting environmentally responsible projects by implementing efficient and sustainable technical solutions. ALDEBARAN GROUP: Aldebaran Group operates in the Energy and Infrastructure sectors, supporting clients in France and abroad. The company supports projects committed to reducing carbon emissions and environmental impact, aiming to achieve net zero as early as possible. We recruit engineers and managers who share this vision and want to actively contribute to the energy transition. #J-18808-Ljbffr