Electrical Engineer (LV/MV and Power Distribution)

Optimal; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal in Dhahran Compound, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia is seeking an Electrical Engineer specialized in LV/MV and power distribution. The role involves design, engineering, and supervision of various electrical systems, ensuring compliance with international standards while coordinating all phases from concept to operational handover.

Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have a minimum of 4 years experience in industrial or infrastructure projects. Skills in system design and project supervision are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of electrical engineering experience in industrial, oil and gas, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in LV and MV system design, cable sizing, protection coordination, and load flow studies.
• Familiarity with IEC and IEEE electrical design standards.

Responsibilities

• Design LV and MV power distribution systems including switchgear, transformers, substations, MCCs, and distribution boards.
• Support installation, testing, energization, and commissioning activities for electrical systems.
• Supervise electrical installation works and ensure compliance with international standards and client requirements.

Skills

Electrical system design skills covering LV, MV, substations, and power distribution.

Proficiency in load flow, short-circuit, and protection coordination studies.

SLD development and cable sizing experience.

Knowledge of IEC and IEEE electrical design standards.

Commissioning and energization supervision skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or Energy Systems.

Job description

Electrical Engineer (LV/MV and Power Distribution)

Job Summary

Responsible for the design, engineering, and supervision of electrical systems including power generation, LV and MV distribution networks, substations, and protection systems. Provides full electrical engineering support across project phases from concept design through to commissioning and operational handover.

Job Description and Responsibilities

• Design LV and MV power distribution systems including switchgear, transformers, substations, MCCs, and distribution boards.
• Develop single-line diagrams (SLDs), load calculations, cable sizing schedules, and protection coordination studies.
• Prepare electrical design deliverables including design bases, specifications, data sheets, and installation details.
• Review vendor and subcontractor electrical submittals and shop drawings for technical compliance.
• Support installation, testing, energization, and commissioning activities for electrical systems.
• Perform fault analysis, power quality assessment, and system optimization studies.
• Supervise electrical installation works and ensure compliance with international standards and client requirements.
• Ensure all electrical designs comply with IEC/IEEE standards, local authority requirements, and HSE obligations.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for installed electrical systems during operations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or Energy Systems.
• Minimum 4 years of electrical engineering experience in industrial, oil and gas, utilities, or infrastructure projects.
• Proficiency in LV and MV system design, cable sizing, protection coordination, and load flow studies.
• Familiarity with IEC and IEEE electrical design standards.
• Experience with substation design and energization activities is preferred.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Electrical system design skills covering LV, MV, substations, and power distribution.
• Proficiency in load flow, short-circuit, and protection coordination studies.
• SLD development and cable sizing experience.
• Knowledge of IEC and IEEE electrical design standards.
• Commissioning and energization supervision skills.