On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Lead Electrical Engineer

Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
Employment type: Full-time

An international industrial company is looking for an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to lead the electrical engineering scope of major industrial and capital projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of electrical systems for industrial and process facilities
• Prepare and review engineering deliverables including single-line diagrams, schematics, load lists, and cable schedules
• Oversee power distribution systems, substations, motor control, lighting, grounding, and protection systems
• Ensure compliance with international codes and standards (IEC, IEEE, NEC, NFPA)
• Coordinate electrical design activities with process, mechanical, civil, automation, and project teams
• Manage electrical scope, schedule, and budget across multiple projects
• Conduct technical reviews, risk assessments, and constructability evaluations
• Interface with clients, vendors, and contractors to resolve technical issues
• Mentor and lead electrical engineers and designers
• Support procurement activities, technical bid evaluations, and vendor selection

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering
• Minimum 7–14 years of experience in electrical and power system engineering within heavy industrial, EPC/EPCM, or large-scale projects
• Mandatory experience with minerals, metals, DRI/HBI, or similar industrial facilities
• Strong expertise in power system analysis tools (ETAP, SKM PowerTools, PowerFactory or similar)
• Proven experience with HV/MV substations, switchgear, transformers, and protection systems
• Experience leading an electrical engineering discipline or team
• Fluent English is mandatory (Azerbaijani, Russian, or Mandarin is an advantage)
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills

Interested candidates can send their CV to the e-mail address in the Apply for job button.