Technical Inspection Engineer (Electrical & Automation)

Karadeniz Holding; Kâğıthane; Hybrid; TRY 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working opportunity

Birthday leave

Training & development opportunities

Employee discounts

Job summary

Karadeniz Holding seeks a Technical Inspection Engineer (Electrical & Automation) to join our Operational Excellence group at our Kağıthane HQ in Istanbul. The role focuses on audits of electrical generation, distribution, automation, and control systems across large-scale projects, ensuring safety and reliability with expert technical input.

Requirements include a Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics, 5+ years in relevant sectors, knowledge of PLC/DCS/SCADA, and proficiency in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Electronics/Mechatronics engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in maritime, power generation, shipbuilding, or industrial sectors.
• Experience with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems and power distribution.

Responsibilities

• Support technical audits across power generation plants to ensure compliance and safety.
• Coordinate audits of electrical generation, distribution, automation and control systems at sites.
• Prepare technical incident and failure investigation reports with findings and corrective actions.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational performance and reliability.
• Monitor equipment performance trends and propose corrective actions.
• Participate in RCA investigations and implement preventive measures.
• Collaborate with plant operations, OEMs and third-party specialists.
• Contribute to engineering training and best practices development.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Mechatronics

Electronics engineering

Automation

PLC

DCS

SCADA

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Mechatronics

Tools

SAP PM

ERP/CMMS

Job description

Founded in 1948, Karadeniz Holding engages in various sectors, primarily energy, shipbuilding, finance, and real estate industries. The Group is the only owner, operator and builder of the first Powership™ (floating power plant) fleet in the world and plays an active role in medium to long-term investments with more than 2.500 employees around the world in different 19 countries in Europe, Africa, Latam and Asia.

About Karpowership

Karpowership, part of the Karadeniz Holding, is the owner, operator and builder of the only Powership™ (floating power plant) fleet in the world and plays an active role in medium to long-term investments; providing access to fast-track, affordable and reliable electricity. Powerships have a range of 30 MW to 470 MW and are delivered ready to operate in less than 60 days. Currently, Karpowership owns and operates over than 30 Powerships with an installed capacity exceeding 3,500 MW and another 5,000 MW are under construction or in the pipeline. In addition to a Powership fleet, Karpowership owns and operates its own LNG fleet. With expertise and experience in the field, Karpowership serves as a one-stop-shop for LNG to Power solutions, as a single provider delivering all parts of the value chain; including but not limited to LNG sourcing, transport, delivery, regasification, and electricity production; with the mission of powering life wherever needed. With more than 2,000 employees globally; Karpowership is operational in Mozambique, Ghana, Sierra Leone, Guinea Bissau, Gambia, Senegal, Sudan, Ivory Coast, New Caledonia, Brazil, Dominican Republic and Cuba.

We are looking for a Technical Inspection Engineer (Electrical & Automation) to join our Operational Excellence at our Head Office located in Kağıthane, Istanbul.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT?

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in the maritime, power generation, shipbuilding, or industrial sectors.
• Proven experience with medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, power distribution, generator protection, and control systems.
• Good working knowledge of PLC, DCS, SCADA, and industrial automation systems.
• Solid understanding of electrical protection systems, relay coordination, and power system engineering.
• Strong technical knowledge of equipment automation, instrumentation, and protection systems.
• Experience in Root Cause Analysis (RCA), risk assessment, and reliability engineering methodologies.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, technical drawings, and maintenance documentation.
• Experience with ERP/CMMS platforms, preferably SAP PM.
• Excellent written and spoken English (Upper-Intermediate (B2) level or above).
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally.

WHAT AWAITS YOU?

• Support the execution of technical audit activities across power generation plants to ensure compliance with corporate management systems, international regulations, and industry best practices while maintaining the highest standards of operational safety and reliability.
• Coordinate technical audits and inspections of electrical generation, distribution, automation, and control systems across operational sites, ensuring effective follow-up and timely closure of audit findings.
• Prepare comprehensive technical incident and failure investigation reports, documenting findings, corrective actions, and recommendations.
• Evaluate technical operating practices, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide technical observations and recommendations to enhance operational performance.
• Monitor equipment performance trends by assessing electrical protection systems, alarm management, control system health, and automation performance, identifying potential reliability concerns and recommending corrective actions.
• Participate in Root Cause Analysis (RCA) investigations and failure reviews, contributing to the implementation of preventive measures and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Identify reliability risks, recurring equipment failures, and maintenance deficiencies, and support the development of engineering solutions to improve asset reliability and operational performance.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at enhancing equipment reliability, operational efficiency, and system availability.
• Collaborate closely with plant operations teams, OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers), and third-party technical specialists to support the successful execution of technical audit activities and engineering improvement projects.
• Support the development of engineering capabilities by contributing to technical training programs, knowledge sharing initiatives, and the promotion of engineering best practices across the organization.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Opportunity to work on large-scale international energy projects.
• Exposure to diverse operational environments across multiple countries.
• Collaboration with industry-leading experts and access to mentoring opportunities.
• A dynamic and growth-oriented environment that supports career advancement.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Hybrid working opportunity,
• One day off on your birthday,
• Professional and personal training & development opportunities,
• Exclusive discounts and campaigns for employees.

In line with our "One World" philosophy, we are adding success to our achievements with our colleagues, candidates, and all stakeholders. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, language or gender and we crown our success with our diversity.

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