IOTA GROUP is an international engineering and services company supporting major players in the energy, oil & gas, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. We provide technical expertise and project support through experienced consultants across complex international environments.
We are currently looking for a Site Electrical Engineer to support a major onshore LNG project in Mozambique.
The Site Electrical Engineer will be responsible for supporting LV, MV, and HV electrical engineering and construction activities on site, ensuring technical integrity, compliance with project specifications, safe execution, and a smooth transition to commissioning.
Key responsibilities :
• Provide technical support for all electrical matters on site
• Ensure proper interpretation and implementation of electrical engineering deliverables, including SLDs, load lists, cable schedules, electrical layouts, grounding drawings, protection philosophies, and hazardous area classifications
• Respond to Technical Queries, Deviation Requests, Concession Requests, and NCRs
• Verify design compliance with project specifications, IEC/IEEE standards, and applicable regulations
• Support construction activities related to cable installation, terminations, panels, transformers, motors, MCCs, UPS/IPS, lighting, earthing networks, and substations
• Review ITPs, method statements, checklists, and test procedures
• Participate in inspections, joint walkdowns, and electrical testing activities
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities, including pre-energisation checks, functional tests, test pack verification, punch closure, and energization readiness reviews
• Interface with Civil, Mechanical, Instrumentation, QA/QC, HSE, Commissioning teams, contractors, and vendors
• Promote electrical safety rules, including LOTO, PTW, and HV/LV isolation procedures
• Contribute to as-built documentation and turnover dossiers for mechanical completion and pre-commissioning
• Electrical Engineering degree, preferably with HV/LV specialization
• Minimum 10 years of experience in electrical engineering on major Oil & Gas projects, ideally LNG
• Strong knowledge of MV/LV/HV power generation and distribution systems
• Expertise in transformers, switchgear, MCCs, UPS/IPS, motors, lighting, earthing/grounding networks, and Ex equipment
• Strong understanding of protection and control systems, relay coordination, and electrical safety regimes
• Experience in electrical testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and energization readiness reviews
• Solid knowledge of IEC/IEEE standards and major operator specifications
• Ability to read and interpret SLDs, load lists, cable schedules, electrical layouts, grounding drawings, and hazardous area classification drawings
• Experience with TQ, DER, NCR, ITPs, method statements, and test procedures
• Strong HSE culture and experience with site construction workflows
• Fluent English is required; Portuguese and/or French would be beneficial
• Ability to work in a multicultural, remote site environment
• Location: Mozambique
• Rotation: 4 weeks on / 4 weeks off
• Site-based position on a remote construction site
• Camp accommodation provided
• Sector: Oil & Gas / LNG / EPC
IOTA Group is a global leader in service delivery, redefining international deployment and local integration with over 40 years of expertise.
Based in Switzerland near Geneva, we operate through a network of subsidiaries, ensuring agility and compliance with both local requirements and global standards.
Our network includes over 100,000 consultants worldwide, offering unparalleled expertise to help clients succeed in cross-border projects.
Committed to excellence, we prioritize integrity and transparency, working as strategic partners to deliver tailored solutions that meet the unique demands of each country. By combining local talent with expatriate expertise, we ensure seamless project execution while adhering to strict ethical and legal standards.
With operations in more than 120 countries, we provide comprehensive services, including talent acquisition, workforce deployment, and local integration, all designed to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.
Our expertise reduces regulatory risks, minimizes disruptions, and guarantees smooth transitions. From payroll compliance and tax management to social security and repatriation, we handle all aspects of employment management with precision.
We also offer end-to-end logistics support, such as travel coordination, accommodation, and administrative processes like visas and work permits.
These services free our clients to focus on their core operations, confident that their workforce management is in expert hands.
With a proven track record across diverse industries, we have become trusted partners to businesses worldwide, transforming challenges into opportunities and fostering long-term success.
At IOTA Group, we don’t just support businesses; we empower them to grow and thrive in an interconnected world.
