Senior Electrical Engineer

ACRWORLD; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering services company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to ensure safe operation of HV systems and power generation assets. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in electrical systems and a degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering. Responsibilities include leading protection studies, supporting commissioning, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams to enhance asset management strategies.

Qualifications

• 10+ years’ experience in LV/HV systems and equipment.
• Strong knowledge in protection studies and electrical design.
• Experience in plant operations or commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Deliver electrical engineering support across HV systems.
• Lead protection studies and system design reviews.
• Scope and support condition monitoring and upgrades.
• Implement engineering principles to diagnose failures.
• Support commissioning and specify electrical works.

Skills

Electrical engineering support

HV systems operation

Protection studies

Diagnostic skills

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Degree in Electrical or Mechatronics Engineering

Job description

About the company:

Join a high-performing Engineering Services team supporting a diverse fleet of generation assets across Australia. This is an opportunity for a passionate Senior Electrical Engineer to play a critical role in maintaining the safety, reliability, and performance of essential energy infrastructure.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Deliver expert electrical engineering support across HV systems, ensuring safe and efficient operation of key power generation assets.
• Lead and contribute to detailed protection studies and system design reviews.
• Scope and support condition monitoring, equipment overhauls, and capital upgrade projects.
• Apply engineering principles to diagnose failures, assess equipment condition, and implement continuous improvements.
• Support commissioning, technical supervision, and specification of electrical works.
• Provide input into asset management strategies to extend equipment life at optimal cost.
• Collaborate with operations, projects, and asset teams in a multidisciplinary environment.

Qualifications:

• Degree-qualified Electrical or Mechatronics Engineer
• 10+ years’ experience in LV/HV systems and equipment, with a strong foundation in protection studies and electrical design.
• Working knowledge of generators, transformers, inverters, or instrumentation highly desirable.
• Experience in plant operations, maintenance, or commissioning (power station experience ideal however not essential).
• Chartered or working towards CPEng and relevant state-based registration (e.g. RPEQ).
• Safety-focused, with clear and confident communication skills and a strong improvement mindset.

How to Apply:

If you have the required experience and are ready to take on this Senior Electrical Engineering position, apply now with your updated CV to Jorgian Kopoulos or call 02 8079 0900 for a confidential conversation.