Technical Support Engineer - Protection Relays | alfanar Electric

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Riyadh is looking for a technical support engineer to help with troubleshooting, warranty claims, and project engineering. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and has 2 to 4 years of experience. Responsibilities also include documentation of technical issues and engaging in continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 2 to 4 years of work experience in a relevant technical field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support and solutions to customers.
• Assist in diagnosing technical issues related to warranty claims.
• Support the installation and testing of electrical systems.

Job description

Overview

Requisition ID: 17857

City: DASA 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

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.

Industrial Complex, Riyadh

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.

The Complex has a comprehensive infrastructure including a data and communication center as well as a commercial zone.

Job Purpose

Responsible for providing technical support and solutions to customers and internal teams by troubleshooting issues, supporting product commissioning, and ensuring proper system functionality. Act as a key technical liaison, helping to resolve warranty claims, support project execution, and maintain accurate technical documentation.

Key Accountability Areas

Warranty Claims Support:

• Assist in diagnosing technical issues related to warranty claims and propose appropriate solutions under the guidance of senior engineers.
• Facilitate communication between clients and internal teams to ensure timely and effective claim resolution.

Field Commissioning Assistance:

• Support the installation, testing, and troubleshooting of electrical and mechanical systems during field commissioning.
• Contribute to ensuring systems meet project specifications and compliance standards.
• Document commissioning issues and assist in resolving them collaboratively.

Project Engineering Support:

• Aid project teams with technical tasks, problem-solving, and the delivery of engineering services.
• Assist in the preparation of technical documentation, ensuring accuracy and adherence to engineering standards.

Technical Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and organized records of engineering activities, including test results, warranty resolutions, and commissioning logs.
• Support the preparation and review of clear, concise technical reports and documentation.

Learning and Development:

• Engage in continuous learning by seeking mentorship from senior engineers and participating in relevant training programs.
• Contribute to improving engineering workflows by supporting process enhancements under supervision.

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 the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve any related problems and escalate any complex operational issues.

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 as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply with related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

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

Academic Qualification

Bachelor Degree in Electrical Engineering

Work Experience

2 to 4 Years

Technical / Functional Competencies

• Customer Service Orientation
• Customer Service Programs