Electrical (SMP)

Abis Co; Dhahran Compound; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Abis Co is seeking an experienced electrical technician to install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot critical electrical systems across oil & gas, petrochemical, and power facilities.

The role emphasizes preventive maintenance, testing of transformers/substations, UPS/PLC/MCC, and adherence to NEC safety standards. Strong documentation and coordination with engineering teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, or power plant environments.
• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Experience with transformers, LV/HV switchgear, and electrical substations.
• Knowledge of substation commissioning and protection relay systems.
• Experience with UPS, PLC, motor starters, and MCC.
• Familiarity with circuit breakers, MOV actuators, and power generators.
• Knowledge of LV, MV, and HV electrical distribution systems.
• Experience with electrical testing equipment, including Megger and insulation resistance testing.
• Knowledge of HIPOT testing and electrical protection systems.
• Familiarity with ATS and FVD systems.
• Understanding of electrical hazard recognition and NEC standards.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, and power plant facilities.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure safe operations.
• Inspect, test, and troubleshoot transformers, switchgear, MCC.
• Support installation, testing, and commissioning of substations.
• Perform testing of protection relays and distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot UPS, PLC, motor starters.
• Inspect LV, MV, and HV equipment.
• Perform insulation resistance, Megger, and HIPOT testing.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, maintain generators, ATS, and MOV actuators.
• Use testing equipment to identify faults and verify performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and NEC standards.
• Prepare maintenance reports and document findings.
• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve issues.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Transformers

LV/HV switchgear

Substations

Protection relays

UPS PLC MCC

Hazard recognition

NEC standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

High School Diploma in Electrical Technology

Job description

• Install, inspect, maintain, and troubleshoot electrical equipment and systems within Oil & Gas, petrochemical, and power plant facilities.

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on electrical systems to ensure safe and reliable operations.

• Inspect, test, and troubleshoot electrical transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, and motor control centers (MCC).

• Support the installation, testing, and commissioning of electrical substations and associated equipment.

• Perform testing and maintenance of protection relays and electrical distribution systems.

• Troubleshoot and maintain Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), and motor starters.

• Inspect and maintain Low Voltage (LV), Medium Voltage (MV), and High Voltage (HV) electrical equipment.

• Perform electrical testing, including insulation resistance testing, Megger testing, and HIPOT testing.

• Inspect, troubleshoot, and maintain power generators, Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS), and MOV actuators.

• Use electrical testing equipment to identify faults and verify equipment performance.

• Ensure compliance with electrical safety procedures, hazard recognition practices, and applicable NEC standards.

• Prepare maintenance reports, document inspection findings, and maintain accurate technical records.

• Coordinate with maintenance and engineering teams to resolve electrical issues and minimize equipment downtime.

- Education:

• Local and Expat Candidates with a Degree: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Bachelor's degree in a Technical, Trade, or Vocational field specializing in Electrical Engineering or Electrical Technology.

• Expat Candidates Without a Degree: High School Certificate or Vocational School Diploma in Electrical Technology or a related field.

- Experience:

• Candidates with a Degree: Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector.

• Candidates Without a Degree: Minimum 11 years of relevant experience in the Oil & Gas sector.

- English Language Proficiency: Minimum IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent TOEFL scores:

• Internet-Based (iBT): 60

• Paper-Based (PBT): 498

• Computer-Based (CBT): 171

- Preferred Technical Skills & Experience:

• Experience in Oil & Gas, petrochemical, or power plant environments.

• Strong knowledge of electrical equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.

• Experience with transformers, LV/HV switchgear, and electrical substations.

• Knowledge of substation commissioning and protection relay systems.

• Experience with UPS, PLC, motor starters, and Motor Control Centers (MCC).

• Familiarity with circuit breakers, MOV actuators, and power generators.

• Knowledge of LV, MV, and HV electrical distribution systems.

• Experience with electrical testing equipment, including Megger and insulation resistance testing.

• Knowledge of HIPOT testing and electrical protection systems.

• Familiarity with Automatic Transfer Switches (ATS) and FVD systems.

• Understanding of electrical hazard recognition, electrical safety procedures, and NEC standards.