Senior Electrical Project Engineer

Zahran Facilities Management; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Zahran Facilities Management is seeking an experienced Senior Project Electrical Engineer to lead the Electrical Operations & Maintenance function for a large-scale project in Riyadh, overseeing a department of approximately 140 personnel and coordinating with contractors and vendors.

The role requires leadership, planning, and strong technical knowledge of LV/MV switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, ATS, and related systems; ensure safe, reliable operation while complying with NEC, NFPA,

Qualifications

• 8+ years of electrical O&M experience.
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• Experience managing large teams (100+ personnel).
• Strong knowledge of electrical systems and safety requirements.
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, IEC, IEEE and Saudi regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a large electrical team of engineers, supervisors and technicians.
• Oversee electrical O&M, preventive/corrective maintenance, emergency response, and daily activities.
• Plan manpower, maintenance schedules, KPIs, budgets and performance.
• Supervise LV/MV switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, ATS, MDBs and DBs.
• Manage contractors, procurement, materials and resources.

Skills

Electrical O&M leadership

Team management

Project planning

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting & KPIs

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAFM/CMMS software

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Electrical Engineer to lead the Electrical Operations & Maintenance function for a large-scale project, managing a department of approximately 140 personnel.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage a large electrical team, including engineers, supervisors, and technicians.

Manage electrical O&M, PPM/CM, emergency response, and daily maintenance activities.

Plan and monitor manpower, maintenance schedules, KPIs, budgets, and work performance.

Oversee electrical systems including LV/MV switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS, ATS, MDBs and DBs.

Manage contractors, vendors, procurement, materials, and maintenance resources.

Ensure compliance with NEC, NFPA, IEC, IEEE, HSE, and Saudi regulations.

Manage CAFM/CMMS systems, technical documentation, reports, and maintenance records.

Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of all electrical services.

Requirements

8+ years of relevant electrical O&M experience.

Proven experience managing large teams, preferably 100+ personnel.

Strong experience in large-scale facilities, projects, hospitals, or residential/commercial facilities.

Strong knowledge of PPM/CM, electrical systems, NFPA, NEC, and safety requirements.

Excellent leadership, communication, planning, and problem-solving skills.