Senior Protection Testing Engineer - Saudi Arabia/Jeddah

Siemens AG; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Siemens AG in Saudi Arabia invites a Protection Testing Engineer to join the SIPROTEC/ protection testing team in Jeddah, contributing to safe and reliable power delivery. You will test Siemens SIPROTEC 5 and Reyrolle protection relays, handle ABB, GE and SEL relays, and perform MV/LV switchgear tests, fault analysis and root cause identification to ensure system integrity.

With a Bachelor's in Electrical Power Engineering and 10+ years of experience, you will work in a localization-forward

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Power Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Technical expertise in medium and low voltage switchgear including testing and commissioning as well as protection relay testing (e.g., Siemens and other major vendors).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with demonstrated skills in critical thinking, organization, communication, job coordination, creative thinking, programming and leadership.
• Excellent command of the English language both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Work with Siemens SIPROTEC 5 amp 4 and Reyrolle protection relays
• Handle ABB GE and SEL protection relays
• Test and maintain medium voltage switchgear CT VT CR tests CB timing
• Test and maintain low voltage switchgear CT VT CR tests
• Perform advanced protection function testing busbar distance line transformer differential
• Troubleshoot HV MV and LV electrical systems
• Analyze faults and identify root causes

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Programming

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Power Engineering

Tools

Protection relays

Testing equipment

Job description

Protection testing engineer Saudi Arabia Jeddah

Siemens strongly believes in the value of a Digital Portfolio, hence Smart Infrastructure combines Digital Power Distribution. Our Digital Portfolio will enable our customers to enjoy occupants intuitive buildings which are comfortable, safe, secure and energy efficient.

Smart infrastructure from Siemens intelligently connects energy systems, buildings and industries to adapt and evolve the way we live and work. We work together with customers and partners to build an ecosystem that intuitively responds to the needs of people and helps customers to better use resources. It helps our customers to thrive, communities to progress and supports sustainable development.

Join our Smart Infrastructure Customer Service division as a Protection testing Engineer and help us re-imagine the world by finding solutions and making the world a smarter place for tomorrow.

Your Role

• Work with Siemens SIPROTEC 5 amp 4 and Reyrolle protection relays
• Handle ABB GE and SEL protection relays
• Test and maintain medium voltage switchgear CT VT CR tests CB timing
• Test and maintain low voltage switchgear CT VT CR tests
• Perform advanced protection function testing busbar distance line transformer differential
• Troubleshoot HV MV and LV electrical systems
• Analyze faults and identify root causes

Your Qualifications And Skills

Digital And Solid

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Power Engineering or an equivalent certification
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in a similar role
• Proven technical expertise in medium and low voltage switchgear including testing and commissioning as well as protection relay testing e g Siemens and other major vendors
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with demonstrated skills in critical thinking, organization, communication, job coordination, creative thinking, programming and leadership
• Excellent command of the English language both written and verbal

Localization Commitment

Localization is a strategic priority and a cornerstone of Siemens growth plans in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In line with this commitment we strongly encourage qualified Saudi national engineering professionals meeting the above qualifications to apply for this role. Siemens is committed to developing local talent and building long-term engineering capability within the Kingdom as part of its broader Vision 2030-aligned growth strategy.

What else do you need to know

As a world leader in developing and producing the most advanced engineering technologies we improve lives and further human achievements worldwide while also protecting the climate - all thanks to our employees.

Working with us you have the foundation to develop personally and professionally. We give you the chance to do something significant that benefits society and human progress. We give you the chance to create a difference.

Diversity at Siemens is our source of creativity and innovation. Having different types of talent and experiences makes us more ambitious and better prepared to respond successfully to the demands of the Society. Therefore we value the candidates that reflect the Diversity that we enjoy in our Company. Please find more information at www.siemens.com.

At Siemens we are always challenging ourselves to build a better future

We need the most innovative and diverse Digital Minds to develop tomorrows reality. Find out more about the Digital world of Siemens here www.siemens.com/careers/digitalminds