Senior Technical Consultant

WorleyParsons; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Senior Technical Consultant to lead Solar PV and BESS projects in Saudi Arabia, delivering end-to-end project management and technical oversight. The role emphasizes stakeholder engagement, multidisciplinary team leadership, and compliance with energy regulations in the GCC region.

The candidate should have a strong background in renewable energy studies, grid integration, and project delivery, with regional experience highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Master's degree is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Solar PV and BESS projects from initiation through development.
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, and specialist consultants.
• Manage project communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with client requirements and company standards.
• Oversee delivery of all technical studies required for renewable energy developments.
• Review and provide guidance on site screening, feasibility studies, solar resource assessments, and energy yield assessments.
• Review consultant and contractor deliverables for quality and completeness.
• Provide technical recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Renewable energy

Quality oversight

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Renewable Energy Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Power Systems Engineering

Master's degree (advantage)

Job description

Job Description - Senior Technical Consultant (RIY00Q8)

Senior Technical Consultant - RIY00Q8

Company : Worley

Primary Location

SAU-ARD-Riyadh

Job

Consultants

Schedule

Full-time

Employment Type : Employee

Job Posting

Sep 15, 2026

Unposting Date

Sep 20, 2026

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About us

Worley is a global company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value across the life of their assets. We specialize in consulting, engineering, procurement and construction across the project lifecycle, with services extending through to operations and decommissioning. Leveraging extensive experience and AI-enabled delivery, we support customers in navigating complexity as they meet today's needs and transition to more sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities Project Management

• Lead and manage Solar PV and BESS projects from initiation through development.
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and deliverables.
• Coordinate internal teams, subcontractors, and specialist consultants.
• Manage project communications and stakeholder engagement.
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with client requirements and company standards.

Technical Oversight

• Manage and oversee the delivery of all technical studies required for renewable energy developments.
• Review and provide guidance on:
  • Site Screening and Site Selection Studies
  • Feasibility Studies
  • Solar Resource Assessments
  • Energy Yield Assessments
  • BESS Sizing and Optimization Studies
  • Hybrid Solar PV + BESS Assessments
  • Grid Connection Studies
  • Power System Studies
  • Environmental and Social Studies
  • Geotechnical and Topographical Investigations
  • Technical Due Diligence Assessments
• Challenge technical assumptions and ensure study outputs are technically robust.
• Review consultant and contractor deliverables for quality and completeness.
• Provide technical recommendations to clients and project stakeholders.

Stakeholder Management

• Interface with developers, investors, utilities, regulators, and government entities.
• Lead technical workshops, progress meetings, and client presentations.
• Support business development activities and proposal preparation.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Renewable Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or related discipline.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Master's degree is an advantage.

Experience

• Experienced in renewable energy project development and delivery.
• Demonstrated experience managing utility-scale Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Strong experience overseeing renewable energy technical studies and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with projects in Saudi Arabia and the GCC is highly desirable.

Required Technical Knowledge

The candidate must demonstrate a strong understanding of:

• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS).
• Grid integration and interconnection requirements.
• Energy yield assessment methodologies.
• Feasibility study development and review.
• Renewable energy regulations and industry standards.
• Strong project management capabilities.
• Solid technical understanding of Solar PV and BESS projects.
• Ability to manage both technical and commercial aspects of projects.
• Excellent stakeholder and client management skills.
• Strong leadership, communication, and reporting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Moving forward together

We want our people to be energized and empowered to drive sustainable impact. So, our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation. We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace. Creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low carbon energy infrastructure and technology. Whatever your ambition, there's a path for you here.

And there's no barrier to your potential career success. Join us to broaden your horizons, explore diverse opportunities, and be part of delivering sustainable change.