The Potential Development Model of Competency for Chief Electrical System Engineers in the Construction of Large Industrial Plants

Abstract

           The objectives of the study “The Potential Development Model Competency of chief electrical system engineers in the construction large industrial plants,” are to 1) study and analyze the key components necessary for developing the competencies of chief electrical system engineers in managing electrical construction systems, 2) develop a comprehensive competency model for chief engineers in this context, and 3) create a manual for competency development in this field. The research employed the Delphi technique and focus group discussions. The target group consisted of 19 experts and 14 qualified professionals participating in focus group discussions. The research instruments included interview forms and questionnaires. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, specifically the median and interquartile range (IQR). The research findings revealed that the competency model for chief electrical system engineers in the construction large industrial plants consists of 3 main components and 15 sub-components. The first main component is Knowledge, comprising 5 sub-components: 1.1) professional expertise knowledge, 1.2) strategic problem-solving knowledge, 1.3) legal knowledge, 1.4) safety knowledge, and 1.5) budget management knowledge. The second main component is Skills, comprising 6 sub-components: 2.1) planning and resource allocation skills, 2.2) problem-solving skills, 2.3) coordination skills, 2.4) technology utilization skills, 2.5) delegation skills, and 2.6) monitoring and control skills. The third main component is Personal Attributes, comprising 4 sub-components: 3.1) commitment to continuous development, 3.2) openness to diverse opinions, 3.3) honesty and fairness, and 3.4) leadership in work management.

            The competency model for chief electrical system engineers in the construction large industrial plants was unanimously evaluated by qualified professionals as appropriate. The competency development manual for chief electrical system engineers in the construction large industrial plants is suitable and can be implemented for developing competencies of chief electrical system engineers in the construction large industrial plants.