Senior P&C Engineer (Protection Relay Testing)

Toshiba EMEA; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior P&C Engineer in Abu Dhabi. The role involves executing electrical protection works, collaborating with project teams, and preparing technical documentation. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, along with 10+ years of experience in the energy sector. Proficiency in engineering software and strong communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 10+ years relevant experience as a Protection Testing Engineer in the GCC/UAE.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering/commissioning software of different manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Execute works related to Electrical Protection System and Fault Monitoring.
• Parameterization and testing of numerical Protection relays.
• Prepare method statements and site acceptance test procedures.
• Collaborate with project consultants for design finalization.

Skills

Technical specification understanding

Knowledge of IEC standards

Familiarity with Protection Relays

Understanding of design documents

Knowledge of communication protocols

Presentation skills

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

OMICRON TEST UNIVERSE variants

CIRCUIT BREAKER ANALYZER

Job description

Job Purpose

The Senior P&C Engineer is responsible for the execution of works related to Electrical Protection System, Fault Monitoring, Power Quality Monitoring, Metering & SCMS.

Dimensions

External Interfaces

• Witness Team
• Client Site Representatives
• Project Consultants

Internal Interfaces

• Project Engineering & Management Team
• Control & Protection Team

Duties & Responsibilities

Field Work

Relay Testing

• Parameterization and testing of numerical Protection relays for High and extra high voltage substation.
• Protection Relays Component testing / final settings Implementation, End to End test, Cable differential Stability test, Bus Bar Primary stability test.
• Review of final settings received from end user.
• Prepare OCC files, test plans for Numerical relay test kits using Omicron-Test Universe.

Technical Support

• Able to understand Basic Design Document, Protection Logic Diagram, Protection trip matrix and protection / SCMS block diagrams, Protection schematic diagram.
• Prepare method statement and site acceptance test procedure.
• Review of detailed design document, like Protection schematic diagram, signal list, Relay settings etc.
• Prepare Relay Set Files, CID Files etc.

Research & Development

• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in transmission and distribution technologies and sustainable energy solutions.
• Contribute to R&D efforts in grid optimization, energy storage integration, and renewable energy solutions.

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with project consultant owner engineer for finalization of design and engineering.Collaborate with site owner engineers at site to carry out site acceptance witness test.

Reporting

• Prepare weekly site works reporting the progress to the Project Manager and Group P&C Manager for Site Testing and Commissioning works.
• Prepare FAT (Factory Acceptance Test) reports, and SAT (Site acceptance test) reports.
• Prepare commissioning check lists and handovers.

Qualification & Experience

Education Qualification

• Bachelor’s or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

• A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience as a Protection Testing Engineer from the energy & power industry in the GCC / UAE.
• Proficiency in relevant engineering / commissioning software of different manufacturers.

Skills & Knowledge

• Familiar with Technical specification, requirement and practice related to EHV / HV / MV electrical protection system, SCMS and Cyber security system of different utility i.e. TRANSCO, DEWA, EWE etc.
• Familiar with IEC standards applicable for Substation Electrical Protection system and SCMS.
• Familiar with different Protection Relays, Control units application.
• Able to understand the Design, Engineering and calculation documents related to Electrical Protection and SCMS.
• Familiar in sub-station automation data communication Protocols, IEC61850, IEC 60870-101 , and IEC 60870-104 is preferable.
• Having hands-on experience with the following would be an advantage :
• OMICRON TEST UNIVERSE variants.
• CIRCUIT BREAKER ANALYZER.
• Strong presentation and communication skills with the ability to present complex, technical information to a wide audience.
• High competence in technical writing, systems development and utilization.