Job description

About JIGPC

We are seeking a highly experienced Electrical Engineer (Hazardous Area Classification Specialist) to support hazardous area classification studies, design reviews, commissioning activities, and compliance assurance for electrical installations within hazardous industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) studies and hazardous zone assessments.
• Develop and review hazardous area drawings, dossiers, and compliance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards including:
• IEC 60079
• IECEx
• ATEX
• NEC
• API RP 505
• NFPA 497
• Review EPC electrical engineering deliverables and design packages.
• Support electrical design reviews for HV substations, MV/LV systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Conduct risk assessments related to hazardous locations and explosive atmospheres.
• Verify suitability and certification of electrical equipment installed within hazardous areas.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning activities for electrical equipment located in classified zones.
• Monitor EPC contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications and safety standards.
• Provide technical guidance and HAC-related training to engineers and technicians.
• Prepare technical reports, inspection findings, and engineering recommendations

Mandatory Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering. [TRF - NHC...Specialist | PDF]

Experience

• Minimum 4-7 years of experience in electrical engineering design, review, and commissioning.
• Proven experience conducting Hazardous Area Classification (HAC) studies within:
• Oil & Gas
• Petrochemical
• Refining
• Power Generation
• Industrial Processing Facilities.

Skills

Mandatory Technical Expertise

Applicants must demonstrate hands-on experience in:

Hazardous Area Classification (HAC)

• Hazardous area studies and zoning for gas and vapor release scenarios.
• Hazardous area compliance assessments.
• Preparation of HAC dossiers and technical documentation.
• Equipment selection for hazardous and explosive atmospheres.
• Ignition source assessment.
• Gas group, temperature class, and EPL verification.

Engineering Tools

• AutoCAD
• Microsoft Excel
• Dispersion Modeling Tools:
• PHAST
• FRED
• Similar HAC modeling software.

Process & Engineering Documentation

• P&IDs
• Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs)
• Hazardous Area Drawings
• Electrical Layout Drawings.