Electrical Engineer – High Voltage Substations

For one of our clients in the Middle East, Labora Partners is looking for an “Electrical Engineer” specialised in the construction and commissioning of high voltage substations.

About our client: Our client is a leading international technical consulting and engineering company operating in the power and energy sector, with a well-established presence across the Gulf region and a track record of more than a decade of localised activity in the area. The company supports utilities, transmission and distribution system operators, generation companies, regulators and major electromechanical manufacturers throughout the full lifecycle of power infrastructure — from power system studies, design and owner’s engineering for HVAC/HVDC assets, to third-party inspection, testing, certification and on-site supervision of high voltage installations. Working alongside leading governmental institutions and grid operators, the organisation combines independent technical authority with deep field expertise, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to contribute to high-profile substation projects within a multinational, multidisciplinary and highly technical environment.

Location: Riyadh (Saudi Arabia)

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience: Minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the construction and commissioning of high voltage (HV) electrical substations. The candidate must have a proven track record in supervising and verifying substation construction and commissioning activities within multinational and multidisciplinary projects.

Role Description: The Electrical Engineer shall oversee and verify the construction and commissioning activities of high voltage substations performed by the EPC Contractor, ensuring that works are executed in full compliance with contractual requirements, technical specifications, approved drawings and project schedules. The incumbent will be responsible for verifying the accuracy, methodology, quality control and timely execution of all electrical construction and commissioning activities on site.

The role requires comprehensive familiarity with electrical engineering drawings and documentation, substation construction methods and supervision, equipment installation and inspection (transformers, switchgear, protection and control systems, GIS/AIS), quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) procedures, pre-commissioning and commissioning testing, energization activities, and the associated reporting and documentation.

The Electrical Engineer must possess sound knowledge of recognised international and local engineering codes and standards, directives and safety regulations, including but not limited to: IEC, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NFPA, ISO, ISA, ASTM, EN, DIN, HCIS, Saudi Grid Code, NCEC Environmental Regulations, OSHA, and relevant OEM standards and practices. Familiarity with the laws, regulations and codes applicable within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also essential.

Soft Skills: The Electrical Engineer shall have:

• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and a rigorous, results-oriented approach.
• The ability to work effectively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.
• High commitment to safety, quality and professional integrity.
  
  

Salary: up to 20.000,00 SAR /month

To apply

Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity within our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.