Sr. Engineer Solutions Architect , Data Center | alfanar Electric

Alfanar; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

alfanar Electric is seeking a Sr. Engineer Solutions Architect for data center power design and integration in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

You will design customized power architectures, integrate alfanar equipment with third‑party components, and develop detailed technical submittals for complex data center projects. The role involves creating proposals, analyzing BOMs, and supporting bid activities with engineering input.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 4–6 years of experience in data center or electrical engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of data center power systems and integration practices.

Responsibilities

• Design customized power distribution architectures for data center projects per client requirements.
• Engineer integrated solutions combining alfanar equipment with third‑party components.
• Develop technical submittals, single‑line diagrams and equipment layouts.
• Analyze specifications to identify integration challenges and propose engineering approaches.
• Prepare technical proposals and BOM analyses for complex ETO data center bids.
• Support bidding with expert engineering input to sales teams.
• Implement processes for MV/LV switchgear, transformers, UPS, and STS integrations.
• Design testing and commissioning protocols to validate system performance.
• Resolve complex issues during assembly, testing, and commissioning phases.

Skills

Power System Modeling

Power System Planning

Systems Engineering

Data Center Design

Production Testing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Sr. Engineer Solutions Architect, Data Center | alfanar Electric

Requisition ID: 27874

Job Country: Saudi Arabia (SA)

Job City: Riyadh

Headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, alfanar Electric operates in electrical construction and manufacturing, providing solutions for data center power requirements.

Job Purpose

The Solutions Engineer is responsible for designing and engineering comprehensive, integrated power solutions for data center applications within the Engineer-to-Order business unit. The role involves analyzing client specifications, developing customized technical proposals, and integrating internal alfanar components with external equipment to deliver reliable, high‑performance power infrastructure that meets stringent data center requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Solution Design and Engineering

• Design customized power distribution architectures for data center projects based on client requirements and industry standards.
• Engineer integrated solutions combining alfanar manufactured equipment with third‑party components to ensure seamless system operation.
• Develop detailed technical submittals, single‑line diagrams, and equipment layouts for proposed solutions.
• Analyze technical specifications to identify potential integration challenges and recommend optimal engineering approaches.

Technical Proposal Development

• Develop comprehensive technical proposals and compliance statements for complex ETO data center projects.
• Analyze cost estimations and bill of materials (BOM) to ensure competitive and accurate technical bids.
• Recommend value engineering options to optimize solution performance and cost‑effectiveness.
• Solve technical queries during the bidding phase by providing expert engineering insights to the sales and commercial teams.

System Integration and Implementation

• Implement standardized engineering processes for the integration of MV/LV switchgear, transformers, UPS, and STS systems.
• Design testing and commissioning protocols for integrated power solutions to validate system performance.
• Resolve complex technical issues during the assembly, testing, and commissioning phases of the project lifecycle.
• Recommend modifications to standard product designs to accommodate specific data center integration requirements.

Role Accountability

• Obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job.
• Perform planned activities to meet operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide periodic reports detailing deviations and execution of planned tasks.
• Solve related problems and elevate complex operational issues.
• Ensure quality requirements through effective quality control processes.
• Coordinate written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automation opportunities.
• Comply with related policies, procedures, and work instructions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls.

Academic Qualification

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or any relevant field.

Work Experience

4 to 6 years.

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Production Testing
• Power System Modeling
• Power System Planning
• Data Center Production Environment Planning
• Systems Engineering Knowledge