Sr. Engineer - Protection

DAR Engineering; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented engineer to lead the design of control and protection systems for substations. This role involves preparing designs, conducting analysis, and ensuring compliance with quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of relevant software tools and be passionate about power systems. You'll collaborate with a dynamic team, mentor junior staff, and stay updated with the latest industry developments. If you are a creative leader with excellent technical skills and a commitment to safety and quality, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in design of control, protection, metering, and monitoring systems.
• Good communication skills in English for documentation and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare designs for control, protection, metering, and monitoring systems.
• Analyze design issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Manage design projects to meet timelines and quality standards.

Skills

Design Analysis

Project Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Technical Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

DIGSI

PCM600

MICOM AGILE

Envista

SEL

Building Designer

MicroStation

AutoCAD

Job description

• Prepare Control, Protection, Metering and Monitoring systems design meeting quality and schedule requirements.
• Adhere to established design guidelines and procedures.
• Analyze design issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Perform design analysis and calculations according to project requirements.
• Determine construction cost and material estimates based on the designs.
• Review project plan and determine the design feasibilities and constraints.
• Use latest software and technologies to develop effective designs.
• Consider health, safety and environmental requirements when developing the designs.
• Manage design projects within allotted timelines and MHs.
• Stay abreast with the latest developments with relevant design fields.
• Ensure compliance with QMS requirements.
• Provide assistance to senior design team members.
• Good working knowledge on design of control, protection, metering, and monitoring systems for LV/MV/HV/EHV substations from concept design to construction drawings. Working knowledge on T&D functions w.r.t construction in coordination with other engineering disciplines.
• Working knowledge on control, protection, metering, and monitoring systems pertaining to control & protection schemes, CT/PT calculations, relay setting calculations etc.
• Strong Knowledge of SAS system, IED relays, IEC61850, and interface with SCADA and communication.
• Familiar with relevant codes & standards International electro-technical commission (IEC), IEEE, BS (British Standards), Regional Standards, Quality and Metrology Organization (SASO), SEC standards etc.
• Strong understanding and working knowledge of design software DIGSI, PCM600, MICOM AGILE, Envista, SEL, Building Designer, MicroStation, AutoCAD etc.
• Be passionate about protection systems and the power environment. Be a creative leader in design and project management. Have excellent technical skills and be able to mentor staff in their own development and the development of projects.
• Good communication skills, both in presentation and documentation with a good command over English.