Electrical Commissioning Engineer (ICA)

Alpin Limited, Masdar City; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 201,000 - 357,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpin Limited, a leading sustainability consultant in the Middle East, invites applications for a Commissioning Engineer in the Riyadh region. You will develop commissioning plans, review electrical diagrams, and coordinate testing across LV/MV systems.

The role requires 3–5 years of experience in electrical testing and commissioning, a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, and a strong commitment to safety and precise reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering is required.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or power systems in commercial, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Deep understanding of LV/MV and low-current systems, transformers, switchgear, UPS, standby generators, and lighting automation.
• Familiarity with electrical codes and standards such as IEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, NFPA 110, SBC 401; ASHRAE Guideline 0 and NETA.
• Strong safety mindset and commitment to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and structured reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop commissioning plan and review electrical diagrams, schematics, power study reports, and submittals for commissioning readiness.
• Witness FAT/SAT for critical equipment (transformers, switchgear, RMUs, generators, ATS, UPS, VFDs) and perform insulation resistance and primary/secondary injection testing.
• Conduct thermography and ground grid testing; witness testing of ATS, emergency power sequences, and lighting control systems.
• Participate in Integrated Systems Testing (IST), blackout tests, and emergency power scenario testing.
• Log electrical deficiencies and assist in compiling O&M manuals, training records, and final commissioning documentation.

Skills

Electrical testing

Commissioning

Power systems

LV/MV

Transformers

Switchgear

UPS

Lighting automation

Life-safety integration

Safety and LOTO

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Company

Alpin Limited is a leading sustainability consultant in the Middle East, with its global headquarters in Masdar City, Abu Dhabi—the world's first sustainable city. We're on a mission to transform the built environment by providing innovative commissioning, sustainability, and climate change solutions. As a company, we are committed to thought leadership and making a tangible difference in the world. We pride ourselves on having a diverse, multicultural team of experts who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. At Alpin, you'll be part of a dynamic, "young-at-heart" culture that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

To know more about Alpin Limited and its services and projects, please visit www.alpinme.com

Reports Directly to:

Commissioning Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Commissioning Plan Development:
  • o Review electrical single-line diagrams (SLDs), schematic drawings, power study reports, and submittals for commissioning readiness.
  • o Draft pre-functional checklists and functional test protocols for low-voltage (LV), medium-voltage (MV), emergency backup, and lighting systems.
• Field Inspection & Testing Verification:
  • o Witness vendor Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) or Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) for critical electrical equipment, including transformers, switchgear, RMUs, generators, ATS, UPS, VFDs, and low-current systems.
  • o Perform and witness insulation resistance testing, primary and secondary injection testing, thermal imaging (thermography), and ground grid testing.
  • o Witness functional testing of Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), emergency power generation sequences, and lighting control systems, including scene control and daylight harvesting.
• Integrated Systems Testing (IST):
  • o Participate in blackout tests and emergency power scenario testing to verify life-safety interlocks, fire alarm interfaces, and trip coordination.
• Issue Management & Closeout:
  • o Log electrical deficiencies and monitor punch-list items through completion.
  • o Assist in compiling O&M manuals, training records, and final commissioning documentation.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• o Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• o Experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in electrical testing, commissioning, or power systems engineering within commercial, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
• Technical Skills:
  • In-depth understanding of LV/MV and low-current systems, transformers, switchgear, UPS systems, standby diesel generators, and lighting automation.
  • Familiarity with electrical codes and standards, including IEC, NFPA 70, NFPA 72, NFPA 110, SBC 401, and commissioning guidelines such as ASHRAE Guideline 0 and NETA.
  • Knowledge of life-safety systems integration, emergency load shedding, and fire alarm interfaces.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong commitment to electrical safety practices and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and structured reporting skills.