Mechanism Design Engineer - Medium Voltage | alfanar Electric

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and manufacturing firm in Riyadh is seeking an Electrical Engineer to design and validate operating mechanisms for medium-voltage switchgear. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with international standards and work closely with engineering teams. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have 2 to 4 years of relevant experience. This position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• 2 to 4 years of work experience in a relevant field.
• Proficiency in quality metrics and quality tools.
• Experience with engineering design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance operating mechanisms for MV switchgear.
• Ensure compliance with IEC standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product efficiency.

Skills

Quality Compliance

Engineering Research

Technical Research

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Requisition ID: 22278

City: MV Manag.

Group overview: Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar is involved in:

• Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
• Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
• Allied Engineering Services

Our Main Divisions:

• alfanar electric
• alfanar Construction
• alfanar Building Systems

alfanar electric

alfanar electric is the industrial arm of alfanar, manufacturing a variety of low, medium and high voltage electrical construction products.

alfanar electric operates industries in:

• Riyadh and Jubail, Saudi Arabia
• Dubai, UAE
• London, UK

alfanar has a development and engineering center in Chennai, India.

Industrial Complex, Riyadh

The center of alfanar’s industrial activities is alfanar Industrial Complex situated in the Third Industrial Zone on Al-Kharj Road, Riyadh.

Spread across 700,000 square meters, the Complex houses alfanar’s facilities.

The Complex has a comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.

Job Purpose

To design, develop, and validate high-performance operating mechanisms for medium-voltage switchgear, ensuring compliance with IEC standards and product reliability requirements. The role focuses on mechanical design optimization, testing, and value engineering while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, durable, and cost-effective solutions.

Key Accountability Areas

Design & Development

• Lead the design of spring, toggle, magnetic, and motorized operating mechanisms for MV switchgear.
• Ensure kinematic accuracy, energy storage/release, force distribution, and endurance under high-duty cycles.
• Integrate mechanisms into RMUs, VCBs, and LBSs with proper interlocks, safety features, and ergonomic considerations.

Standards & Compliance

• Ensure all designs meet IEC 62271-1 / 200 / 103 / 100 standards and other regulatory requirements.
• Prepare technical documentation to support type testing and certification processes.

Testing & Validation

• Define and execute comprehensive test plans, including mechanical endurance testing, environmental cycling, and lubrication validation.
• Analyze test failures, conduct root cause investigations, and implement corrective measures.

Optimization & Value Engineering

• Recommend improvements in materials, tolerances, surface treatments, and lubrication for enhanced life and reduced costs.
• Support supplier qualification and component localization initiatives.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Work closely with electrical, material, and manufacturing engineers to ensure seamless integration into switchgear assemblies.
• Provide technical guidance to junior engineers and contribute to cross-functional R&D projects.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve any related problems that arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Qualifications & Experience

Academic Qualification: Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or any relevant field

Work Experience: 2 to 4 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies: Quality Compliance; Quality Metrics; Quality Tools and Techniques; Engineering Research; Research Design; Research Analysis; Technical Research