Simulation Engineer, Medium Voltage | alfanar Electric

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction and manufacturing firm based in Riyadh seeks a Simulation Engineer to perform advanced simulations for medium-voltage switchgear design validation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 5-10 years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include conducting finite element analyses, collaborating with R&D teams, and contributing to innovative designs in insulation technologies.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years of experience in electrical design or engineering.
• Proficiency in advanced simulation tools and methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of safety and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced simulations for design validation.
• Collaborate with R&D teams for product development.
• Document methodologies and results for knowledge sharing.

Skills

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Electric Field Simulation

Failure Analysis

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 22287

City: MV Manag.

Group overview: Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, we operate construction and manufacturing businesses, design & development centers and a host of facilities in the Middle East and other countries.

alfanar is involved in:

• Electrical, Electromechanical and Civil Engineering Construction
• Manufacturing and Marketing Electrical Construction Products
• Allied Engineering Services

Our Main Divisions:

• alfanar electric
• alfanar Construction
• alfanar Building Systems

alfanar electric is the industrial arm of alfanar, manufacturing a variety of low, medium and high voltage electrical construction products.

alfanar electric operates industries in:

• Riyadh and Jubail, Saudi Arabia
• Dubai, UAE
• London, UK

alfanar has a development and engineering center in Chennai, India.

The center of alfanar’s industrial activities is alfanar Industrial Complex situated in the Third Industrial Zone on Al-Kharj Road, Riyadh. Spread across 700,000 square meters, the Complex houses alfanar’s facilities, including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.

Job Purpose

To perform advanced mechanical, electrical, and arc-fault simulations for medium-voltage switchgear, supporting R&D in optimizing design, safety, and reliability. The role drives simulation-based design validation, reduces risks, and contributes to innovation in insulation systems, arc resistance, and structural performance.

Key Accountability Areas

Advanced Simulation & Analysis

• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to evaluate mechanical stresses, fatigue, and structural performance of switchgear enclosures and busbars.
• Conduct dielectric and electric field stress simulations to optimize insulation systems and minimize partial discharge risk.
• Simulate internal arc scenarios per IEC 62271-200 to assess pressure rise, gas dynamics, and enclosure integrity.
• Analyze short-circuit forces acting on busbars, contacts, and supports to ensure robust design.
• Support the design of bushings and insulators through electric field distribution and mechanical stress evaluations.

Failure Prediction & Design Optimization

• Predict potential failure modes prior to type testing and recommend design improvements to enhance dielectric margins, structural strength, and arc withstand capability.
• Correlate simulation data with laboratory testing to validate findings and refine models.

Collaboration & Knowledge Integration

• Work closely with R&D teams to integrate simulation outcomes into product design and development workflows.
• Support testing teams by providing predictions of expected performance and failure modes.
• Document methodologies, results, and lessons learned to build a comprehensive simulation knowledge base.

Innovation & Research

• Stay current with evolving simulation tools, methodologies, and industry best practices for switchgear analysis.
• Contribute to innovation in insulation technologies, arc-resistant solutions, and lightweight structural designs.
• Participate in technical publications, patents, and conference presentations to promote simulation-driven engineering excellence.

Role Accountability

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report detailing deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve related problems that arise and escalate complex operational issues as needed.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities where possible.

Compliance:

• Comply with related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance with relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, regulatory compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering or any relevant field

Work Experience

5 to 10 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Quality Compliance
• Quality Metrics
• Quality Tools and Techniques
• Engineering Research
• Research Design
• Research Analysis
• Technical Research