Deputy SM – Wind & Civil

gu-recruitment; al-Wusta; On-site; OMR 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

gu-recruitment is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead electrical governance, grid integration, and commissioning for utility-scale renewable energy projects, including Wind, Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role targets Owner, Owner’s Engineer or Electrical Technical Authority functions on projects typically above 200 MW.

You will define and enforce owner electrical standards, review EPC and OEM designs, oversee MV/HV substations, coordinate grid code compliance,

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years in electrical engineering in power generation or renewables.
• 7–10 years on Wind, Solar PV, or BESS projects.
• Experience on projects >200 MW.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering.
• English proficiency B2–C1.

Responsibilities

• Define and enforce owner electrical standards.
• Review EPC and OEM electrical designs.
• Oversee MV/HV systems and substations.
• Lead grid connection activities and grid code compliance.
• Support construction, commissioning, and COD achievement.

Skills

Power systems

Electrical design

Grid interconnection

Substation design

Commissioning

Project controls

HSE

Contractual/Commercial

Interface management

Vendor evaluation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

SCADA systems

Electrical design software

Job description

This document defines the minimum and preferred recruitment requirements for hiring a Senior Electrical Engineer responsible for electrical engineering governance, grid integration, construction support, commissioning and operational readiness of utility-scale renewable energy projects, including Wind, Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The role applies to large-scale projects (typically >200 MW) and is intended for positions acting as Owner, Owner’s Engineer or Electrical Technical Authority Act as electrical technical authority for Wind, Solar PV and BESS projects.

Responsibilities

• Define, maintain and enforce Owner electrical standards, design criteria and design philosophies.
• Review, challenge and approve EPC and OEM electrical designs, studies, specifications and calculations.
• Oversee MV and HV electrical systems, including substations, transformers, switchgear and export systems.
• Lead grid connection activities, including grid code compliance and coordination with utilities and TSOs.
• Manage electrical interfaces between Wind, Solar PV, BESS, substations, transmission lines and SCADA systems.
• Support procurement activities, including technical evaluation of electrical equipment and suppliers.
• Support construction, commissioning, testing, energization and achievement of Commercial Operation Date (COD).
• Provide electrical input to contractual, commercial and technical risk management discussions.
• Substation design with demonstrated experience in the design of high-voltage substations up to 400 kV or above included works on site for the construction..
• Support Operation & Maintenance (O&M) and Asset Management teams post-COD, including failure analysis and performance optimization.

Requirements Minimum

• Minimum 15 years of professional experience in electrical engineering within power generation or renewable energy projects.
• 7–10 years of direct experience in one of this technologies Wind, Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Proven experience on projects above 200 MW, standalone or hybrid.
• Experience working under EPC, multi-contract or Owner-managed delivery models.
• Experience working with utilities, IPPs, EPC contractors, OEMs or engineering consultants.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• English proficiency B2–C1.

Technology-Specific Experience Candidates should demonstrate strong experience in at least one technology; multi-technology profiles are preferred.

Technology-Specific Experience

• Wind MV collector systems and turbine electrical interfaces
• Wind farm substations and grid compliance SCADA and plant control interfaces
• Solar PV DC/AC systems, inverter technologies and MV stations
• Grid code compliance and performance testing SCADA and plant control interfaces
• BESS PCS, EMS/BMS, transformers and protection schemes
• Electrical safety concepts and commissioning
• Integration with PV and/or Wind plants SCADA and plant control interfaces

Hybrid Systems

• Hybrid plants integrating Wind, Solar PV and BESS at plant and grid level

Technical Competencies

• Power system studies: load flow, short circuit, protection.
• Electrical systems, including MV/HV substations, transformers, switchgear and grid connection facilities.
• Commissioning and performance testing.
• Renewable energy plant electrical design principles.
• Grid code compliance, interconnection requirements and utility coordination.
• SCADA, PPC, EMS (Energy Management System) , BMS (Batteries )and plant control systems.
• Commissioning and testing procedures.
• Reliability runs and performance tests.
• Construction sequencing and critical path management.
• Project controls, including Primavera P6 or equivalent planning tools.
• Risk management and mitigation planning.
• Quality control and inspection test plans.
• Interface management between multiple contractors and technologies.

Contractual and Commercial Experience

• Candidates should demonstrate solid understanding of electrical project contracts, including:
  • Electrical EPC Contracts
  • Supply and Installation Agreements
  • Electrical O&M Agreements
  • Grid Connection Agreements
  • Interface Agreements
  • Lender requirements and electrical technicals due diligence
  • Electrical performance guarantees
  • Liquidated damages
  • Delay damages
  • Force majeure and excusable delay provisions
  • Change order management
  • Claims management
  • Completion, acceptance and electrical handover procedures

Health & Safety

• Demonstrated commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) principles
• Strong understanding of electrical safety risks associated with MV and HV systems, including live equipment, switching operations, testing activities, energisation and commissioning of Wind, Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Ensure that EPC contractors, OEMs and subcontractors fully comply with project HSE policies, electrical safety procedures, permit-to-work systems, lock-out/tag-out (LOTO) requirements and site‑specific safety rules.
• Active participation in the preparation, review and approval of Job Safety Analysis (JSA), Method Statements, Risk Assessments and Electrical Switching Procedures related to electrical works.
• Support and oversee safe energisation, switching and commissioning activities, ensuring proper coordination with site HSE teams, grid operators and control room personnel.
• Promote a strong safety culture and “Zero Harm” mindset, leading by example and reinforcing safe working practices across multidisciplinary project teams.