T&C Manager/Lead Electrical Engineer

MPH Consulting Services; Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled T&C Manager/Lead Electrical Engineer to oversee commissioning and start-up activities for PV solar plants. This role demands a deep understanding of solar PV systems, strong leadership in health and safety practices, and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. You will be responsible for preparing project documentation, managing site materials, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. If you're passionate about renewable energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of experience in commissioning PV solar plants.
• Thorough understanding of solar PV systems and SCADA controls.
• Ability to manage testing technicians and coordinate vendor activities.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of project documentation for commissioning procedures.
• Coordinate between all parties involved with commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Commissioning and start-up of PV solar plants

Understanding of solar PV systems

Experience with AC & DC Electricity

Excellent teamwork skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems

Dedication to electrical safety

Ability to read electrical drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

We are looking for a T&C Manager/Lead Electrical Engineer for one of our clients with the following details:

Location: Rabigh, Saudi Arabia

Start Date: ASAP

Contract Duration: 13-month contract (renewable based on project needs)

Work Schedule: 8 hours/day - 6 days/week

Single status assignment

Qualification and Experience Required:

• 8 to 10 years of experience in commissioning and start-up PV solar plants.
• Thorough understanding of all aspects of solar PV systems and associated SCADA controls.
• Experience working with AC & DC Electricity, PV Systems, Trackers, Inverters, and AC collection Systems.
• Excellent teamwork skills, foster a positive team environment through the collaborative decision making.
• Excellent Communication skills (verbal & written).
• Experience working collaboratively with people and initiatives affecting multiple organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment under tight deadlines and demanding customers.
• Dedication to electrical safety.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability to site management.
• Ability to manage and provide development of testing technicians.
• Coordination of third party testing services for MV systems.
• Coordination of equipment vendor commissioning processes.
• Proficient with PV inverters and DC collection systems.
• Understanding of major electrical equipment such as switchgear, VAR systems, reclosers, MV transformers.
• Knowledgeable of single axis tracking systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems within utility PV projects.
• Compile and review electrical testing results.
• Administer and train individuals to perform PV string testing.
• Possess an understanding of the operation of power system protection relays.
• Understanding of Ethernet networks with fiber optic distribution.
• Understanding of the principles of a SCADA system.
• Ability to plan, author, and execute a commissioning process.
• Ability to author switch sequencing.
• Ability to select appropriate PPE for electrical safety.
• Ability to read electrical drawings.
• Understanding of LOTO principles.
• Ability to estimate available power throughout commissioning process.
• Ability to process testing data and demonstrate failure or acceptance of power systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Candidates currently residing in KSA must have a transferable Iqama

Job Functions (Duties & Responsibilities)

• Preparation of project documentation including pre-commissioning and commissioning procedures.
• Preparation of the project commissioning and start-up plan including detailed activities and start-up logic.
• Work with engineers and vendors in the design phases to align handover and commissioning activities.
• Participate in workshops on design aspects that may assist in pre-commissioning, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Assist with the development and management of commissioning and start-up budget, including forecast for future staffing requirements.
• Responsible for managing site materials and logistics.
• Coordinate between all parties involved with commissioning through daily and weekly meetings, i.e., daily POD meetings & weekly Commissioning meetings (Construction, TFAs, 3rd Party Testers, Owner.)
• Coordinate with the Performance Engineering team on Performance Testing and Substantial Completion timing.
• Develop and administer the site energization plan(s).
• Leads and insists on strict adherence to Lock Out/Tag Out Procedures (LOTO) and policies.
• Coordinate with the Grid operator Operations Center energization of circuits, as well as startup, shutdown, and curtailment
• Coordinate and manage contractor and subcontractor activities associated with pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Interface with Operations Team in commissioning, start-up and final turnover of the facility.
• Work closely with the project planners and schedulers.
• Assist in Operational Readiness Plan and Project Execution Plan development.
• Coordinate vendor activities for commissioning.
• Provide leadership in health, safety and environmental (HSE) issues on site and maintain overall responsibility for ensuring that the team complies with the HSE Plan.
• Ensure hazard/risk analysis is performed before start of activities.
• Coordinate start-up activities with project management, engineering, construction, HSE, contractors, facility operations, and start-up personnel.
• Establish progress reporting systems for all phases of the commissioning and start-up of the facility.
• Ensure the commissioning plan is in compliance with the appropriate external regulatory bodies and OTS systems.
• Liaise with construction management, the client and Vendors to ensure efficient and timely service.
• Develop Project Site-Specific Commissioning Manual
• Setup and manage Startup budgets and forecasting. Labor, subcontracts, STS
• Coordinate between all parties involved with commissioning through daily and weekly meetings, i.e., daily POD meetings & weekly Commissioning meetings (Construction, TFAs, 3rd Party Testers, Owner.)
• Leads and insists on strict adherence to Lock Out/Tag Out Procedures (LOTO) and policies.
• Ensure that an organized documentation filing structure for all commissioning reports and documents is in place before starting testing and being maintained daily.
• Coordinate with the customer Maintenance organization for PMs and CMs as needed.
• Prepare action plans to address gaps in the commissioning schedule/plan.
• Track, review, and approve of all Startup Lessons Learned, Condition Reports, and Best Practices.

If Interested Kindly apply.