Testing & Commissioning Engineer

alfanar Group; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 187,476 - 262,467; Full time

Job summary

A leading design & engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Testing & Commissioning Engineer. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 10 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on substation and protection systems. Responsibilities encompass overseeing all T&C activities, ensuring safety compliance, and preparing documentation. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and expertise in fault analysis. This role offers a pivotal position in large-scale infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 3–10 years of relevant experience in Testing & Commissioning of electrical systems.
• Proven experience with substation equipment and protection relay systems.
• Strong understanding of fault analysis and root cause identification techniques.

Responsibilities

• Witness and oversee all Testing & Commissioning activities at the site.
• Ensure compliance with safety procedures during commissioning.
• Prepare and maintain accurate commissioning records and test reports.

Skills

Substation equipment handling

Fault analysis

Testing & Commissioning

Automation systems

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Substation Automation Systems (SAS)

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DAR Engineering, a leading design & engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia engaged in Power Generation, Electrical Transmission & Distribution, Health Care & High Rise Buildings

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Testing & Commissioning Engineer with 3 to 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, specifically in substation and protection systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for witnessing and supporting all Testing & Commissioning (T&C) activities on-site, ensuring technical accuracy, safety compliance, and proper documentation. This role requires hands-on experience with substation equipment, protection relays, and automation systems (SAS), as well as strong fault analysis capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Witness and oversee all Testing & Commissioning activities at the site in accordance with project specifications.
• Ensure strict compliance with safety procedures during all phases of commissioning.
• Follow and maintain the Commissioning System Documentation (CSD) filing system.
• Inspect and verify the installation and operation of substation equipment (e.g., switchgear, transformers).
• Perform and witness testing of protection relays, including configuration, logic, and functional testing.
• Participate in testing and commissioning of Substation Automation Systems (SAS).
• Conduct or support electrical fault analysis, including interpretation of event and disturbance records.
• Prepare and maintain accurate commissioning records, test reports, and issue logs.
• Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, and client representatives to resolve technical issues on-site.
• Support documentation handover and ensure alignment with quality and project standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3–10 years of relevant experience in Testing & Commissioning of electrical systems.
• Proven experience working with substation equipment and protection relay systems.
• Hands-on knowledge of Substation Automation Systems (SAS); IEC 61850 is a plus.
• Strong understanding of fault analysis and root cause identification techniques.
• Familiarity with safety procedures and electrical testing standards.
• Experience working in large-scale infrastructure or utility projects, preferably in the Middle East.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills.