Mechanical Engineer – High Voltage Substations

Labora Partners; Ar Rass; On-site; SAR 203,000 - 243,000; Full time

Job summary

Labora Partners is seeking a Mechanical Engineer specialized in the construction and commissioning of high voltage substations for a client in the Middle East. The role requires leading mechanical construction and ensuring compliance with drawings, specs and project schedules.

The candidate must have a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering and at least eight years of experience in HV substation projects, with strong QA/QC and on-site leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering required.
• 8+ years in construction and commissioning of HV substations.
• Experience supervising mechanical scope in multinational projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee mechanical construction and commissioning on HV substations.
• Verify compliance with specs, drawings, and schedules.
• Ensure QA/QC, pre-commissioning, and on-site reporting.

Skills

English communication

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

For one of our clients in the Middle East, Labora Partners is looking for a “Mechanical Engineer” specialized in the construction and commissioning of high voltage substations.

About our client:

Our client is a leading international technical consulting and engineering company operating in the power and energy sector, with a well-established presence across the Gulf region and a track record of more than a decade of localised activity in the area. The company supports utilities, transmission and distribution system operators, generation companies, regulators and major electromechanical manufacturers throughout the full lifecycle of power infrastructure — from power system studies, design and owner’s engineering for HVAC/HVDC assets, to third-party inspection, testing, certification and on-site supervision of high voltage installations. Working alongside leading governmental institutions and grid operators, the organisation combines independent technical authority with deep field expertise, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to contribute to high-profile substation projects within a multinational, multidisciplinary and highly technical environment.

Location:

Ar Rass and Al Ghat (Saudi Arabia, Central region)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.

Experience:

Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the construction and commissioning of high voltage (HV) electrical substations. The candidate must have a proven track record in supervising and verifying the mechanical scope of substation construction and commissioning activities within multinational and multidisciplinary projects.

Role Description:

The Mechanical Engineer shall oversee and verify the mechanical construction and commissioning activities of high voltage substations performed by the EPC Contractor, ensuring that works are executed in full compliance with contractual requirements, technical specifications, approved drawings and project schedules. The incumbent will be responsible for verifying the accuracy, methodology, quality control and timely execution of all mechanical works on site.

The role requires comprehensive familiarity with mechanical engineering drawings and documentation, structural steel and equipment erection, mechanical installation of transformers and associated cooling and oil systems, HVAC systems, fire fighting and fire protection systems, lifting and handling operations, piping and auxiliary systems, quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures, pre-commissioning and commissioning testing, and the associated reporting and documentation.

The Mechanical Engineer must possess sound knowledge of recognised international and local engineering codes and standards, directives and safety regulations, including but not limited to: ASME, ASTM, API, AWS, NFPA, ASHRAE, ISO, EN, DIN, HCIS, NCEC Environmental Regulations, OSHA, and relevant OEM standards and practices. Familiarity with the laws, regulations and codes applicable within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also essential.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and a rigorous, results-oriented approach.
• The ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• High commitment to safety, quality and professional integrity.

Salary:

up to 20.000,00 SAR /month

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.