Project Engineer II - Automation

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Inc.; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Al Khobar is seeking a Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support in power systems. The ideal candidate must hold a B.S. in Electrical Engineering, with skills in GCS coding and Microgrid control. Responsibilities include developing technical proposals, training customers, and leading project activities. The role requires a minimum 40% travel commitment and offers competitive pay and benefits in a dynamic work environment.

Benefits

Top tier medical insurance

Annual leave benefits

Yearly flight tickets for expat employees

Tuition assistance programs

Free gym membership

International travel assistance

Qualifications

• Possess a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Interest in electric power systems and protective relay applications.
• Open to travel both domestically and internationally at least 40%.
• Desire to gain experience in power transmission, distribution, or generation systems.
• Interest in expanding knowledge and skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a technical proposal and estimation sheet for SPS solution.
• Train customers in the design and operation of automation systems.
• Prepare and maintain design documents and test reports.
• Participate in functional design specifications preparation.
• Lead project work within scope, schedule and budget.

Skills

Knowledge of power system automation

GCS coding

Microgrid controller

Mentoring skills

Technical proposal development

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides complete power system protection, control, monitoring, automation, security and integration for utilities and industries worldwide. We are looking for Project Engineer - Automation to provide technical support to customers and join our team! A successful candidate must develop a technical proposal and estimation sheet for SPS solution (LSS/GCS/Microgrid/RAS), capable of reading and understanding the RFQ and Tender documents, be well familiar with GCS coding, Microgrid controller and RAS coding, Master in Codsys/IEC61131, able to mentor the automation engineers to continue developing their skills in coding and design documents, lead and perform the GCS Project pre-commissioning and Commissioning activities and must hold excellent knowledge to execute all SPS project. This is your chance to build your career with a global leader and innovator in the power protection industry.

As a Project Engineer - Automation a typical day might include the following:

• Possessing, understanding, and applying the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of power system automation and related SEL products.
• Training and assisting customers with the creation, design, configuration, validation, installation, commissioning, and operation of automation systems.
• Prepare and maintain detailed design documents, reports, checklists, test reports, and deliverables.
• Participate in the preparation of functional design specifications.
• Lead in assigning, completing, and implementing work within agreed upon scope, schedule and budget to a high level of quality and safety.

This job might be for you if:

• Possess a B.S. in Electrical Engineering or relevant discipline.
• Have an interest in electric power systems and protective relay applications.
• Are open to travel both domestically and internationally at least 40%.
• Want to gain experience with power transmission, distribution, or generation systems.
• Are interested in expanding your knowledge by learning new skills and assuming new responsibilities to grow into the role of an independent engineer.
• Enjoy working cooperatively in a team environment.

Location

Khobar - Saudi Arabia.

Why SEL?

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

We provide and take care of our employees with outstanding benefits, competitive pay, challenging work, and a rewarding career.

• Top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Varied leave plans like annual leaves, sick leaves, parental leaves etc. to maintain a healthy life balance.
• Yearly flight tickets to home country for expat employees and their family members based on their eligibility.
• Developmental programs like tuition assistance, internships, skill development courses and engineering development programs (EDP).
• Wellbeing benefits like free and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and reimbursable yearly gym membership.
• International Travel Medical and Security Assistance to assist our traveling employees and accompanying family members worldwide.
• Additional compensation for working on customer sites in the field based on eligibility.

Pay Range Data

We base our starting pay offer on location and job-related factors such as candidate experience, training, knowledge, and skills.

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Equal Opportunity Employer

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.