Lead Electrical Engineer

Position: Lead Electrical Engineer Location: Chengdu, China for the engineering phase then Azerbaijan Start Date: September 2026 Contract: 12 month Renewable contract Overview Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Electrical Engineer to support a major onshore gas processing development project. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading all electrical engineering activities from detailed engineering through commissioning and start-up. Key Responsibilities Lead electrical engineering execution Manage EPC contractor deliverables Coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces Lead technical design reviews Manage electrical risks and changes Support construction and commissioning Required Experience 15+ years Oil & Gas experience 10+ years in Lead Electrical Engineering roles Onshore facilities experience HV Substation 110kV expertise Electrical commissioning and start-up Contractor management Preferred Experience Gas processing facilities International megaprojects Brownfield modifications Asian EPC experience Utility grid interface projects With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining and Manufacturing sectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.