Testing & Commissioning Engineer (HV Substations)

Alfanar Engineering Services; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 223,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Alfanar Engineering Services in Jeddah is seeking an experienced Substation Testing & Commissioning Engineer to lead on HV/EHV projects. The role covers pre-commissioning, commissioning, and protection testing for AIS and GIS substations up to 132/220/380 kV, with strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will prepare procedures and test reports, coordinate with clients and project teams, and mentor junior staff.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of HV substation testing and commissioning experience.
• Experience in AIS/GIS substations up to 132kV/220kV/380kV.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substations.
• Prepare commissioning procedures and test reports.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project teams.
• Ensure safety and quality compliance during commissioning.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues during commissioning.
• Support energization, synchronization, and protection tests.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Safety awareness

Planning and coordination

Communication and reporting

Teamwork and leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Job description

Key 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

.Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in HV Substation Testing & Commissioning
• Experience in AIS/GIS substations up to 132kV/220kV/380kV

Key Competencies

• Technical troubleshooting
• Analytical thinking
• Safety awareness
• Planning and coordination
• Communication and reporting
• Teamwork and leadership