Testing and Commissioning Engineer

alfanar; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

alfanar is seeking a skilled commissioning engineer to perform testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substations (13.8kV to 380kV), including transformers, GIS/AIS switchgear, breakers, CTs/VTs, protection and control panels, SCADA, and communications systems.

You will prepare commissioning procedures, test reports, and punch lists; coordinate with clients and project teams; ensure safety and quality standards are met while supporting energization and problem solving during commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substations (13.8kV to 380kV)
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for Power Transformer
• Test GIS/AIS Switchgear and Circuit Breakers
• Test Disconnectors and Earthing Switches
• Test Current Transformers (CTs) and Voltage Transformers (VTs/CVTs)
• Test Protection & Control Panel, SCADA and Communication System
• Carry out protection relay testing and configuration
• Perform secondary injection and primary injection tests
• Execute transformer testing including TTR, winding resistance, insulation resistance, and functional tests
• Verify interlocks, control logic, and protection schemes
• Support energization and synchronization activities
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues during commissioning
• Prepare commissioning procedures, test reports, and punch lists
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project teams during commissioning activities
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and quality requirements
• Prepare daily, weekly, and final commissioning reports

Job description

Role & responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substations (13.8kV to 380kV)
• Conduct pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for
• Power Transformer
• GIS/AIS Switchgear
• Circuit Breaker
• Disconnectors and Earthing Switches
• Current Transformers (CTs)
• Voltage Transformers (VTs/CVTs)
• Protection & Control Panel
• SCADA and Communication System
• Carry out protection relay testing and configuration
• Perform secondary injection and primary injection tests
• Execute transformer testing including TTR, winding resistance, insulation resistance, and functional tests
• Verify interlocks, control logic, and protection schemes
• Support energization and synchronization activities
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues during commissioning
• Prepare commissioning procedures, test reports, and punch lists
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project teams during commissioning activities
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures and quality requirements
• Prepare daily, weekly, and final commissioning reports