SR. Testing Engineer, High Voltage Direct Current | alfanar Electric

This position exists to ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of HVDC systems through testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting. The engineer verifies system performance, resolves technical issues, and ensures compliance with safety standards, supporting the smooth transmission of electrical power across long distances.

• HVDC System Testing:
  Perform testing on HVDC systems, including both commissioning and routine tests, to ensure functionality and safety. This includes testing converters, rectifiers, transformers, and other components involved in HVDC systems.
• System Commissioning and Maintenance:
  Assist in the commissioning of new HVDC systems, ensuring they meet performance specifications and safety standards. Carry out regular maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure continued system performance and minimize downtime.
• Performance Analysis:
  Conduct detailed analysis of HVDC system performance, including voltage, current, and power measurements. Interpret test results to identify potential issues and inefficiencies in the system.
• Troubleshooting and Fault Finding:
  Identify and resolve issues related to HVDC systems, diagnosing problems in electrical circuits, components, and control systems.
• Compliance and Safety:
  Ensure that all HVDC systems and testing procedures comply with local and international electrical standards, safety protocols, and environmental regulations. Ensure that safety and quality standards are adhered to during all phases of testing and operations.
• Documentation and Reporting:
  Prepare comprehensive reports on test results, findings, and recommendations. Document all testing procedures, results, and modifications made to the system.
• Collaboration:
  Work closely with other engineers, project managers, and technicians to ensure smooth coordination of HVDC system testing and troubleshooting. Provide technical support and advice to other teams involved in the installation and operation of HVDC systems.
• Software and Control Systems:
  Use specialized software tools and systems for the control, monitoring, and diagnostic testing of HVDC systems. This includes setting up and configuring test equipment, analyzing data, and adjusting test parameters.

HR Proficiency:

• Ability to obtain updated soft and technical skills related to the job
• To have a vision and a plan for the career path and how to achieve it.

Delivery:

• Perform the planned activities to meet the operational and development targets as per delivery schedules.
• Utilize resources effectively to achieve objectives within efficient cost and time.
• Provide a periodic report formatted by detailing the deviation and execution of planned tasks.

Problem-Solving:

• Solve any related problems arise and escalate any complex operational issues.

Quality:

• Ensure quality requirements to develop effective quality control and processes including specifications for products or processes or related activities.

Business Process Improvements:

• Coordinate well-defined written systems, policies, procedures, and seek automations opportunities as much as possible.

Compliance:

• Comply to related policy and procedures and work instructions.

Health, Safety, and Environment:

• Ensure compliance of relevant safety, quality, and environmental management procedures and controls within defined area of work activity to guarantee safety, legislative compliance, and delivery of high-quality products/services.

Alfanar is a Saudi company with an international presence, primarily engaged in the manufacturing and trading of a wide variety of low, medium, and high voltage electrical products, in addition to its portfolio of conventional and renewable energy solutions, oil and gas, water treatment, infrastructure, technical services, and digital solutions.

The hub of alfanar’s manufacturing operations is Medinet alfanar Alsinaiya, a 700,000 square-meter complex located in Riyadh. The complex houses an array of ultra-modern manufacturing facilities and laboratories equipped with state-of-the-art technologies and staffed with highly skilled professionals.

alfanar derives its success from its commitment to providing the highest quality standards to its customers, and the continuous development of its human capital, who alfanar considers its most valuable asset. With this in mind, alfanar promotes a proactive work environment where its employees are always valued, nurtured, and empowered to fuel their pride in being part of alfanar.

For more information about alfanar, please visit alfanar.com