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C1 Certified Field Service Engineer – Testing & Commissioning; HV/EHV Electrical
Job in
Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Listed on 2026-07-07
Listing for:
Confidential
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-07
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Test Engineer -
Energy/Power Generation
Electrical Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are currently recruiting for a major power infrastructure project in Saudi Arabia and are looking for an experienced C1 Certified Field Service Engineer / Testing & Commissioning Electrical Engineer, approved by Saudi Electricity Company (SEC), with extensive hands‑on experience in HV/EHV transmission substations, protection systems, power transformers, switchgears, MV/HV cables, GIS/AIS substations, and generators.
The ideal candidate must have proven expertise in testing, commissioning, energization, protection relay systems, and electrical infrastructure up to 380 kV, ensuring full compliance with SEC, IEC, and IEEE standards.
Key Responsibilities- Execute testing and commissioning activities for HV/EHV substations up to 380 kV.
- Perform testing and commissioning of Power Transformers, Switchgears, MV/HV Cables, GIS/AIS Substations, and Generators.
- Carry out protection relay testing, relay configuration, troubleshooting, and protection scheme modifications.
- Perform transformer testing, cable testing, primary and secondary injection testing.
- Support substation energization, shutdown, and synchronization activities.
- Conduct SAT/FAT activities and prepare detailed commissioning reports.
- Investigate electrical faults and provide technical support during commissioning phases.
- Ensure full compliance with SEC procedures, IEC standards, IEEE standards, and safety regulations.
- Coordinate commissioning activities with clients, consultants, QA/QC, construction, and maintenance teams.
- Ensure the safety, reliability, and operational efficiency of electrical infrastructure.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- Minimum 8 years of hands‑on experience in HV/EHV transmission and substation projects.
- Proven experience in 132 kV, 220 kV, and 380 kV substations, transmission and grid infrastructure projects, live substations, and utility environments.
- Mandatory experience in SEC utility projects.
- SEC Approval is mandatory.
- C1 Certification is mandatory.
- Strong hands‑on experience in Testing & Commissioning of Power Transformers, Switchgears, MV/HV Power Cables, GIS & AIS Substations, Generators, and HV/EHV Protection Relay Systems.
- Proven experience in Protection Relay Testing & Configuration, Relay Coordination & Fault Analysis, Transformer Testing, SAT/FAT Activities, Energization & Shutdown Procedures, SCADA/SAS Systems, Quality Assurance during Commissioning.
- Hands‑on experience with testing equipment including Omicron, CPC
100, Megger, Primary Injection Kits and Relay Testing Equipment. - Strong knowledge of SEC, IEC, and IEEE standards and utility regulations.
- Previous experience in Power Plants, Cement Plants, Grid Stations, Transmission & Distribution Projects, or other large‑scale power infrastructure projects is highly preferred.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently on site and coordinate effectively with clients, consultants, QA/QC, construction, and maintenance teams.
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