Power System Studies Engineer – Grid

Power System Studies Engineer – Saudi National

This permanent position is located in Saudi Arabia (Riyadh or another major city). Turner Lovell is recruiting for a utilities-backed power systems consultancy that is expanding in Saudi Arabia. The team advises utilities, system operators and developers on how to plan, reinforce and operate electricity grids as more renewables connect to the system.

• Work on high-impact grid and renewable projects that are central to the Saudi energy transition
• Join a growing consulting team backed by established utilities, with access to senior international experts and modern simulation tools
• Develop your career in advanced power system studies with clear exposure to clients and real decision-making

• Perform power system studies for transmission and sub‑transmission networks, including:
  • Load flow / power flow and voltage profile analysis
  • Short‑circuit / fault level calculations
• Support grid integration of renewables (solar PV, wind, storage) by:
  • Carrying out grid connection and impact studies
  • Checking grid code compliance (fault ride through, reactive power, voltage and frequency support)
  • Proposing reinforcement or mitigation options
• Contribute to grid development and investment planning studies
• Prepare clear technical reports and presentations for utilities, system operators and developers
• Work with international experts and participate in client workshops and project meetings as needed

• Saudi national (KSA passport holder)
• Degree in Electrical / Power Engineering (BSc or MSc), ideally with a focus on power systems
• Experience as a Power System Studies Engineer / Power System Engineer / Network Planning Engineer in a utility, consultancy or similar environment
• Solid understanding of:
  • Power flow, short‑circuit and contingency analysis
  • Transmission network operation (voltage, thermal limits, basic protection concepts)
• Hands‑on experience with one or more tools, for example: PSS®E / PSSE, DIgSILENT Power Factory, ETAP, PSCAD or similar
• Exposure to renewable integration and grid code requirements in KSA or GCC is a strong plus
• Strong written and spoken English;
  Arabic is an advantage for client‑facing work

If you are a Power System Engineer interested in combining technical studies with meaningful project work in electricity grids and renewables in Saudi Arabia, please apply or contact Turner Lovell for a confidential discussion.