Senior Electrical Engineer – MV/LV Power Networks Lead

Parsons; Tabuk; On-site; SAR 267,840 - 401,760; Full time

Job summary

Parsons in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, review, and commissioning of MV/LV power infrastructure for major projects. You will oversee substations, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet safety and performance standards.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical engineering, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE/NEC and HCIS standards, and hands-on experience with ETAP/CYME.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive electrical engineering experience.
• Strong specialization in MV and LV distribution systems for infrastructure, utilities, or major development projects.
• Advanced knowledge of substations, transformers, switchgear, RMUs, protection relays, and power cable networks.
• Proficiency with ETAP, CYME, or comparable software.
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE, NEC, Saudi Electric Company standards, and HCIS requirements.
• Experience reviewing electrical shop drawings, submittals, and testing procedures.
• Experience with FAT, SAT, energization, commissioning, and system acceptance.

Responsibilities

• Review MV and LV electrical designs, specs, layouts, and calculation packages.
• Assess single-line diagrams, load schedules, demand calculations, cable sizing, and equipment ratings.
• Review load-flow, voltage-drop, short-circuit, arc-flash, and protection-coordination studies.
• Verify transformer sizing, network capacity, redundancy, and future load allowances.
• Evaluate grounding, bonding, lightning protection, and electrical safety designs.
• Coordinate civil foundations, cable trenches, and ventilation provisions.
• Review contractor drawings, submittals, and installation procedures.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide direction to contractors and inspectors.
• Support final handover with as-built drawings and maintenance documentation.

Skills

Leadership

English communication

Mentoring

Project coordination

Relocation willingness

Saudi engineering registration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

CYME

Job description

Parsons in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia, seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer to lead the design, review, and commissioning of MV/LV power infrastructure for major projects. You will oversee substations, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to meet safety and performance standards.

The role requires 10+ years in electrical engineering, strong knowledge of IEC/IEEE/NEC and HCIS standards, and hands-on experience with ETAP/CYME.