Design Engineer – Transformer

Alfanar Engineering Services; Dammam; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfanar Engineering Services in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Transformer Engineer responsible for design, repair, retrofit, and service-related engineering activities, including reverse engineering, fault analysis, and documentation.

The role requires 8-10 years of transformer experience, proficiency with AutoCAD, ProE and SAP BOM management, and familiarity with ARAMCO, SEC, and National Grid standards. You will collaborate with customers and suppliers to deliver compliant solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 8-10 years of experience in transformer design, service, repair, retrofit, manufacturing, or testing.
• Strong knowledge of transformer design, protection systems, and fault diagnosis.
• Familiarity with ARAMCO, SEC, and National Grid standards.
• Knowledge of Oil DGA analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform reverse engineering of failed transformers for rewinding and refurbishment.
• Provide design and technical support for transformer repair, retrofit, and service projects.
• Prepare, review, and maintain engineering drawings, design documents, and BOMs in SAP.
• Conduct transformer fault analysis and review inspection/failure reports.
• Analyze transformer protection and control circuits.
• Review and prepare technical proposals, tender documents, and cost sheets.
• Maintain ISO documentation and work order records.
• Ensure compliance with ARAMCO, SEC, NG, and other applicable standards.
• Coordinate with internal departments, customers, and suppliers on technical matters.
• Support troubleshooting related to transformer manufacturing, testing, and service activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ProE

SAP BOM management

Transformer Short Circuit Forces Analysis

Transformer Transient

TMPT

BETA Dielectric Withstand Analysis

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for transformer design, repair, retrofit, and service-related engineering activities, including reverse engineering, fault analysis, technical documentation, tender support, and compliance with customer and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform reverse engineering of failed transformers for rewinding and refurbishment.


• Provide design and technical support for transformer repair, retrofit, and service projects.


• Prepare, review, and maintain engineering drawings, design documents, and BOMs in SAP.


• Conduct transformer fault analysis and review inspection/failure reports.


• Analyze transformer protection and control circuits.


• Review and prepare technical proposals, tender documents, and cost sheets.


• Maintain ISO documentation and work order records.


• Ensure compliance with ARAMCO, SEC, NG, and other applicable standards.


• Coordinate with internal departments, customers, and suppliers on technical matters.


• Support troubleshooting related to transformer manufacturing, testing, and service activities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.


• 8-10 years of experience in transformer design, service, repair, retrofit, manufacturing, or testing.


• Strong knowledge of transformer design, protection systems, and fault diagnosis.


• Proficiency in AutoCAD, ProE, and SAP BOM management.


• Familiarity with ARAMCO, SEC, and National Grid standards.


• Knowledge of Oil DGA analysis is preferred.

Preferred Software Knowledge

• Transformer Short Circuit Forces Analysis


• Transformer Transient (TT)


• TMPT (Temperature Rise Calculation)


• BETA (Dielectric Withstand Analysis)

Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Good communication and teamwork abilities.


• Customer-focused with strong technical reporting skills.