Power Generation Technical Office Section Head

We are looking for a Power Generation Technical Office Section Head with a strong expertise in power generation systems. This role involves leading the Technical Office team, ensuring high-quality design and documentation, and providing technical support for power plant projects.

The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of power plant systems (gas engines, turbines, transformers, cooling systems, etc.), excellent leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate across multiple engineering disciplines.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Office Leadership & Coordination:

1. Lead and manage the Technical Office team, overseeing documentation, design reviews, and process optimization.
2. Supervise and mentor junior engineers, ensuring technical accuracy and professional growth.
3. Maintain and improve technical workflows, document control processes, and reporting structures.
4. Ensure engineering documentation is well-organized, up-to-date, and meets industry standards.

2. Power Plant Systems Expertise & Design Oversight:

1. Review and develop mechanical and electrical system designs for power plants.
2. Ensure compliance with international standards (IEC, IEEE, ASME, API, ISO, NEC, NFPA, etc.).
3. Oversee and validate single-line diagrams, P&IDs, mechanical layouts, electrical schematics, and equipment specifications.
4. Support system optimization for efficiency, reliability, and sustainability.

3. Project Coordination & Stakeholder Management:

1. Act as a technical focal point between engineering, procurement, construction, and operations teams.
2. Collaborate with electrical, mechanical, and civil teams to ensure seamless project execution.
3. Participate in project planning, feasibility studies, and risk assessments.
4. Represent the technical office in meetings with clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance:

1. Establish and enforce quality control procedures for all technical office deliverables.
2. Conduct technical reviews and approvals of designs, calculations, and reports.
3. Ensure compliance with power plant safety, performance, and environmental regulations.

5. Procurement & Vendor Management:

1. Develop technical specifications for electrical and mechanical equipment procurement.
2. Evaluate vendor proposals and ensure compliance with project technical requirements.
3. Work closely with suppliers and procurement teams to select high-quality, cost-effective solutions.

6. Site & Commissioning Support (As Needed):

1. Provide technical support during installation, testing, and commissioning of power plant systems.
2. Conduct site visits to verify installations, troubleshoot issues, and ensure compliance with designs.
3. Prepare technical reports and recommendations based on site findings.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

1. Bachelors degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Masters degree is a plus).
2. Minimum 7 years of experience in power generation technical office roles.
3. Strong knowledge of power plant systems, including gas engines, turbines, transformers, cooling systems, and switchgear.
4. Proficiency in AutoCAD and other relevant design software.
5. Strong understanding of power generation processes, electrical and mechanical equipment, and plant efficiency optimization.
6. Familiarity with international engineering standards (IEC, IEEE, ASME, API, NEC, ISO, NFPA, etc.).
7. Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
8. Excellent communication skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience with power plant automation, SCADA, ETAP, Power factory, PSSE and protection systems.
2. Knowledge of grid interconnection requirements.
3. Certification in project management (PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).