Electrical Engineer- Transformer Oil Testing
Gulf Laboratories Co. WLL
Role:Gulf Laboratories, part of Mannai Corporation, provides specialized laboratory testing, inspection, and analytical services in Qatar. The laboratory supports various industries through transformer oil testing, lubricant oil analysis, electrical condition assessments, and quality assurance services, with a focus on accurate results, technical reliability, and compliance with international testing standards.
Job Overview / Purpose
We are seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer – Transformer Oil & Lubricant Oil Testing to join Gulf Laboratories in Doha.
The role involves managing and conducting transformer oil and lubricant oil testing, electrical condition assessments, laboratory operations, and technical report interpretation. The ideal candidate should have strong hands-on experience in oil analysis, electrical testing, laboratory QA/QC procedures, and compliance with ISO/IEC 17025, ASTM, IEC, and relevant international testing standards.
Key Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate, and conduct transformer oil and lubricant oil testing activities in accordance with approved laboratory procedures and international standards.
Perform onsite electrical condition assessment testing of transformers, motors, and generators, including oil sampling and technical inspections.
Conduct and interpret transformer oil analysis, including dielectric breakdown voltage, moisture content, acidity, dissolved gas analysis (DGA), and other relevant condition monitoring tests.
Support lubricant oil testing and condition monitoring, including viscosity, flash point, water content, wear metals, contamination, and oil degradation analysis.
Review and interpret laboratory test results, identify equipment condition trends, and prepare detailed technical reports with appropriate recommendations.
Ensure laboratory testing activities comply with ISO/IEC 17025 requirements, applicable ASTM, IEC, and ISO testing methods, and established QA/QC procedures.
Coordinate with clients and contractors on sampling procedures, onsite testing, technical requirements, and report clarifications.
Maintain laboratory equipment calibration, testing accuracy, method validation, quality control records, and compliance with laboratory safety requirements.
Support internal audits, proficiency testing, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives related to laboratory quality management.
Collaborate with the Oil Laboratory team to improve testing procedures, introduce new analytical methods, and ensure timely delivery of accurate test reports.
Qualifications & Experience
Experience: 6–10 years of relevant experience, with a minimum of 5 years in electrical testing, transformer oil analysis, lubricant oil testing, or a QA/QC testing laboratory.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Industry Exposure: Experience in oil testing laboratories, electrical utilities, power generation, industrial maintenance, or condition monitoring services.
Technical Expertise: Strong knowledge of transformer oil testing, electrical condition assessment, oil sampling, and interpretation of laboratory test results.
Lubricant Oil Analysis: Knowledge of lubricant oil properties, contamination analysis, wear metal analysis, and machinery condition monitoring.
Standards & Compliance: Working knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025, relevant ASTM and IEC transformer oil testing methods, and applicable ISO lubricant oil analysis standards.
Laboratory Quality: Experience with QA/QC procedures, equipment calibration, method validation, laboratory documentation, and audit requirements.
Professional Skills: Strong analytical, technical reporting, problem-solving, client communication, and coordination skills.
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Join Gulf Laboratories – Mannai Corporation and contribute your technical expertise to delivering reliable transformer oil testing, lubricant oil analysis, and laboratory services in Qatar.
