Substation Protection Engineer

Al Haider Company for Contracting; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Saudi Arabia is looking for a highly skilled Substation Protection Engineer. This role involves designing and implementing protection systems for high-voltage substations, ensuring reliable operation of electrical power systems. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with at least 5 years of experience in substation protection engineering and familiarity with SEC Standards. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation protection engineering.
• Familiarity with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) Standards.

Responsibilities

• Designing, engineering, and implementing protection systems for high-voltage substations.
• Ensuring the reliable and secure operation of electrical power systems.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

ASPEN

PSS/E

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Substation Protection Engineer to contribute to our team in Saudi Arabia. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of power system protection principles, relay settings, and substation automation. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, engineering, and implementing protection systems for high-voltage substations. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, the engineer will ensure the reliable and secure operation of our electrical power systems.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in power systems
Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation protection engineering.
Familiarity with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) Standards.
Strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay coordination, and substation automation.
Proficiency in using protection software tools (e.g., ETAP, ASPEN, PSS/E).
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently1 and as part of a team.2
Non-citizen applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in engineering awarded at least 5 years ago