I&C & Automation Lead for Solar & BESS Projects

Larsen & Toubro; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Senior I&C/Automation Engineer to lead instrumentation and control activities for PV Solar and BESS projects. You will coordinate electrical, mechanical, QA/QC and HSE teams, review technical deliverables, and oversee installation, testing and commissioning of SCADA and PLC/RTU systems.

The role requires ensuring compliance with IEC/IEEE standards, grid-code requirements and project specs, while delivering on schedule and safety targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage I&C, automation, SCADA and control system activities for PV Solar/BESS projects.
• Review and coordinate engineering deliverables including control philosophies, I/O lists, instrument specifications, cable schedules, loop diagrams and system architecture.
• Manage installation, testing and commissioning of instrumentation, control panels, RTUs/PLCs, SCADA and communication systems.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Electrical, Civil, Mechanical, QA/QC, HSE, Procurement, T&C and subcontractor teams.
• Review drawings, specifications, method statements, ITPs and technical submissions.
• Monitor site execution and ensure activities are completed as per approved schedule.
• Coordinate with vendors for equipment delivery, installation, testing, commissioning and technical support.
• Ensure proper integration of SCADA, PLC/RTU, PPC, EMS/BMS and plant communication systems, as applicable.
• Coordinate interface between PV/BESS control systems and grid/substation systems.
• Monitor testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning and functional performance of I&C systems.
• Identify technical issues, interface constraints and delays and implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate inspections, NCR resolution and punch-point closure with QA/QC.
• Coordinate with client/consultant for technical approvals, inspections and system acceptance.
• Ensure compliance with applicable IEC/IEEE standards, grid-code requirements and project specifications.
• Prepare progress reports and maintain testing, commissioning and handover documentation.
• Ensure compliance with project HSE requirements and safe execution practices.

Job description

Larsen & Toubro in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is seeking a Senior I&C/Automation Engineer to lead instrumentation and control activities for PV Solar and BESS projects. You will coordinate electrical, mechanical, QA/QC and HSE teams, review technical deliverables, and oversee installation, testing and commissioning of SCADA and PLC/RTU systems.

The role requires ensuring compliance with IEC/IEEE standards, grid-code requirements and project specs, while delivering on schedule and safety targets.