SLBSenior Project Electrical Engineer
Apr. 2008 - Dec. 2012Aberdeen, Scotland, United KingdomLed and developed the Electrical Topside Engineering team, mentoring 4 graduate engineers and 6 field engineers in project delivery and technical development. Delivered 10+ offshore topside electrical projects across the UK, from design through commissioning. Managed tendering, contract awards, and engineering design for 15+ projects involving ESP Management Systems, Medium Voltage Drives (MVDs), WMEC connectors, and DHE equipment.
Designed and developed the compact Schlumberger Speedstar MVD (1000HP, 4.16kV), eliminating the need for external transformers and ensuring compliance with IEEE 519-1992 and CE standards.
Delivered 15+ topside electrical power and control systems, including power quality studies, platform integration, and full documentation (O&M manuals, MRBs).
Designed, tested, and commissioned 7 custom ESP Control Rooms/Modules (Zone 2, A0 fire-rated) with HVAC and full platform integration.
Developed and deployed the Schlumberger EMS ESP Management System for real-time monitoring and diagnostics via the Artificial Lift Surveillance Centre (ALSC), enabling 24/7 performance tracking and failure analysis.
Led feasibility and FEED studies, harmonic distortion analysis, and power/signal evaluations for clients including Premier Oil, ENI, ENQUEST, TAQA, and Fairfield.
Oversaw FAT, SIT, and final quality audits, and supported root cause analysis for the Artificial Lift Product Centre.
Acted as liaison between marketing, engineering, and manufacturing to align product development with client needs.