Field Protection Engineer- Abu Dhabi, UAE

Siemens; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Protection Engineer based in Abu Dhabi. You will be responsible for testing and commissioning Siemens Protection & Automation products in the Middle East. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, 3 to 5 years of experience, and familiarity with Siemens products and relevant technologies. This role offers a competitive environment in a diverse team focused on advancement and innovation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor of Engineering in a relevant field.
• Working experience in a multicultural environment.
• 3 to 5 years of experience with automation systems.
• Familiarity with Siemens protection products like SIP4/SIP5.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850 and relay communication software.

Responsibilities

• Carry out Testing & Commissioning Services of Siemens Protection & Automation Products.
• Prepare SAT / FAT Protocols and conduct PREFAT / FAT with customers.
• Report to local team head for executing commissioning jobs.
• Customer presentation and fault/root cause analysis.

Skills

Commissioning of protection & automation systems

Technical product know-how

Familiarity with Siemens products

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical / Electronics & Communication)

Tools

OMICRON test equipment

Job description

Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio; hence Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution and Digital Building Infrastructure technologies. Our Digital Portfolio will enable our customers to enjoy occupants’ intuitive buildings which are comfortable, safe, secure and energy efficient. Smart infrastructure from Siemens intelligently connects energy systems, buildings and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work. We work together with customers and partners to build an ecosystem that intuitively responds to the needs of people and helps customers to better use resources. It helps our customers to thrive, communities to progress and supports sustainable development. Join our Smart Infrastructure, Digital Grid, Energy Automation, Protection Division as the Protection Engineer and help us re‑imagine the world by finding solutions and making the world a smarter place for tomorrow.

Your Role – International, Challenging and Future‑Oriented!

In this role you will be based in Abu Dhabi, UAE and will carry out Testing & Commissioning Services of Siemens Protection & Automation Products / Systems in UAE / Oman / Bahrain / Jordan / Lebanon:

• Testing & Commissioning of Protection & Automation Systems for Siemens
• Preparation of SAT / FAT Protocols
• Conducting PREFAT / FAT with customers for protection panels / AVR / LIBBP / HIBBP / TIP etc.
• Preparation of commissioning procedure for various utilities (Method Statements, Work Permits, SAT / FAT Protocols, etc.)
• Feedback on product issues and product approvals
• Customer presentation and fault / root cause analysis
• Reporting to local team head for protection commissioning & executing various commissioning jobs

Qualifications and Skills – Digital and Solid!

Required:

• Minimum Bachelor of Engineering (Electrical / Electronics & Communication / Electronics)
• Working experience in a multicultural environment
• Commissioning of protection & automation products / systems preferably in the Middle East with 3 to 5 years of experience
• Training on Siemens automation products / systems preferred
• Must be familiar with Siemens protection & automation products such as SIP4 / SIP5 / Reyrolle / Power Quality, etc.
• Technical product know‑how: relay communication software, IEC 61850 communication, GOOSE applications, preparation of control logics in BCPU/BCU, creation of SCD/ICD/CID files, knowledge of other communication protocols
• Thorough knowledge of OMICRON test equipments with Test Universe TU4 (20 & higher with all test modules such as distance / advanced distance / line differential / transformer differential / state sequencer / ramping / OCC files / transplay / annunciator, etc.)
• 132 kV / 220 kV / 400 kV protection schemes & logics for line distance protection, line differential protection, communication schemes, transformer main & backup protection, low‑impedance / high‑impedance bus‑bar protection in a transmission sub‑station
• Line differential protection secondary stability test using CMGPS kits & primary stability test, transformer / shunt reactor / series reactor differential / REF stability test
• Familiarity with new technologies such as Process Bus / RTU, etc.
• Knowledge on competitor products
• Self‑motivated, a team player with effective communication skills
• Language skills: English

What else do you need to know?

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced engineering technologies, we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide, while also protecting the climate – all thanks to our employees. Working with us, you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant, that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference. Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of society. Therefore, we value the candidates that reflect the diversity we enjoy in our company.

Please find more information at www.siemens.com. At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future. We need the most innovative and diverse digital minds to develop tomorrow’s reality. Find out more about the digital world of Siemens here: www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds. We are looking forward to receiving your online application. Please note: Only complete applications can be considered in the selection process.