Electrical Engineer – Power Systems (MV/LV)

1. JOB DESCRIPTION & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Systems to join our project execution team. This role requires a practical, hands-on approach to the installation, testing, and commissioning of MV/LV electrical equipment, combined with the ability to perform power system studies and relay coordination using ETAP. The position offers opportunities to work across both field execution and design/study disciplines, and is open to candidates with the right technical aptitude and willingness to grow.

2. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Testing, Commissioning & Maintenance (Field):

• Perform Installation, Testing, and Commissioning of MV and LV electrical substations.

• Carry out maintenance, repair, and commissioning activities for Power Transformers, LV/MV Switchgears, Control Panels, and Protection Panels.

• Conduct power cable installation and diagnostic testing (Fault Location, VLF, Tan Delta).

• Perform Preventive and Corrective Maintenance on all types of electrical equipment.

B. Protection & Power System Studies (Office/Design):

• Assist in or perform Power System Studies using ETAP (or equivalent software), including:

• Short Circuit Analysis.

• Load Flow Analysis.

• Relay Coordination and Selective Curves development.

• Arc Flash Analysis (preferred).

• Support the development and validation of relay settings for relays (Siemens, ABB, GE, SEL).

• Participate in the implementation and modification of protection schemes.

• Assist in analyzing power system disturbances and troubleshooting faults using both field data and simulation tools.

C. Site & Project Execution:

• Readiness to travel to different project sites within the Kingdom as required.

• Ensure technical compliance with approved designs and international standards (IEC/IEEE).

3. CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS & EXPERIENCE

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of overall electrical engineering experience.

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in Testing & Commissioning of MV/LV substations or power systems.

• Exposure to or foundational experience in Power System Studies using ETAP (academic projects, internships, or professional work). Candidates with stronger study experience will be preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• relevant: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person