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Chief Technology Officer
Job in
Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Listed on 2026-10-16
Listing for:
The Green Recruitment Company
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-16
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
I’m currently supporting a leading global EPC organisation in the renewable energy sector with the search for a Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to lead the technology strategy and technical excellence of its Renewables Division.
This is a highly senior technical leadership position spanning Solar PV, BESS, Onshore Wind, Offshore Wind and Hybrid Renewable Plants
, with a particular focus on grid integration, power systems, control technologies and utility-scale renewable generation
.
The CTO will provide strategic technical leadership across the full EPC lifecycle - from bidding and technology selection through engineering, commissioning and operational support.
Key responsibilities include:- Leading specialist teams across Power Systems & Grid Integration, Control & Operations, Energy Yield & Performance, Technical Analysis & Diagnostics, Equipment Engineering and Telecommunications
- Providing technical leadership on the integration of large-scale inverter-based renewable energy plants into utility grids
- Reviewing and mitigating technical risks during bidding and project execution
- Providing expertise across grid codes, power system studies, DMAT, SSCI, SSTI, power electronics controls and grid-event analysis
- Overseeing RTDS/HIL testing, SAT, commissioning and technical troubleshooting
- Supporting the technical evaluation and selection of WTGs, PV modules, BESS, control systems and other critical technologies
- Working closely with utilities, developers, OEMs, consultants and internal business leaders
- Representing the organisation at international conferences, technical forums and industry events
- 20+ years of experience within renewable energy, EPC, power systems, grid integration or utility operations
- 7-10+ years in senior technical leadership
- Deep experience with utility-scale I plants >1 GW
, including Solar, Wind, BESS and Hybrid Plants - Strong understanding of utility grid operations and international grid codes
- Experience with power system studies, grid integration, control systems and operational challenges in weak-grid environments
- Direct or supervisory experience with RTDS testing, commissioning, SAT and technical troubleshooting
- Strong knowledge of IEEE, IEC and CIGRE standards/guidelines
- Understanding of telecommunications architecture and protocols including Modbus, IEC 104 and IEC 61850
- B.E./B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering or Power Electronics Engineering is essential, with an M.Tech. in Power Systems preferred. A PhD would be an advantage.
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