Early Career Trainee - Field Services Engineer

AL8072 Grid Solution Arabia Limited Company; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company is seeking an intern in electrical engineering to assist with testing and commissioning equipment. This role involves collaboration with clients and reporting on project progress. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and be proficient in both Arabic and English. No relocation assistance is provided.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Legal right to work in KSA without sponsorship.
• Knowledge of IEC61850, Modbus, IEC101, IEC 104, IEC 103.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and validation of equipment.
• Resolve issues and consult supervisors when necessary.
• Prepare final commissioning and monthly progress reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Electrical safety knowledge

Basic experience with communication systems

Knowledge of Cybersecurity

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description Summary

GE Vernova is leading a new era of energy by helping to accelerate the path to more reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy. This internship with GE Vernova offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience through challenging projects, learn from some of the brightest and most innovative minds in the business, and network with a variety of professionals.

Job Description

Roles and Responsibilities

• Perform activities related to testing and validation of equipment, according to design objectives or specifications for operational use, including performance services and tests.
• Develop conceptual knowledge of the professional discipline. Support roles with specialized expertise or technical knowledge in broad areas may be involved.
• Apply general knowledge of business developed through education or experience.
• Understand how your team's work contributes to the overall area.
• Resolve issues using established procedures, consulting supervisors or senior team members for issues outside defined instructions.
• Collaborate with others to solve issues. Develop strong customer relationships and serve as the interface between customer and GE, exchanging technical information and ensuring understanding.
• Responsible for activities related to Substation Automation System commissioning on customer sites, including site mobilization, commissioning work, and management activities.
• Ensure compliance with Project Management Handbook, GRID Quality & EHS Policies, and IMS procedures.
• Record and report Quality Objectives & KPI data.
• Coordinate with clients for daily activities.
• Recommend field changes beneficial to plant operations or necessary for efficient commissioning.
• Prepare final commissioning reports, highlighting problem areas, recommended engineering changes, and organizational improvements.
• Prepare monthly progress reports on commissioning activities, noting delays, errors, or missing spares.
• Write technical documentation, including test reports, repair reports, findings, solutions, and technical reports.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards and safe work practices with electrical equipment.
• Basic experience with communication systems for Protection and Control, including 3rd party IEDs integration.
• Some knowledge of Cybersecurity, IEC61850 protocol, Modbus, IEC101, IEC 104, and IEC 103.
• Proficiency in Arabic and English.
• Legal right to work in KSA without sponsorship or time restrictions.

Desired Characteristics

• Ability to interact respectfully with customers at all levels, from beginners to experts.
• Knowledge of network analysis in power systems.
• Understanding of power system protection and designing/installing protective devices.
• Knowledge of Substation Automation using digital technology.
• Negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided: No

At GE Vernova, addressing the climate crisis is an urgent global priority. Our mission is to continue electrifying the world while helping to decarbonize it, embodying our legacy of quality and innovation, and pioneering a new era of lower carbon energy.