Automation & Control Engineer (SAS) | Saudi National Grid Project

We are currently hiring for the position of SAS Design Engineer (Automation & Control – Substation Automation System) for a prestigious Saudi National Grid project.

Position Details

• Role: SAS Design Engineer (Automation & Control)
• Location: Saudi Arabia
• Experience: Minimum 5+ years in SAS Design & Engineering

Key Responsibilities

• Review project input data received from Sales and identify design gaps/conflicts
• Prepare base design and detailed engineering documents for Substation Automation Systems (SAS)
• Manage design submissions and approvals with clients and stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal teams, vendors, and customers throughout the design lifecycle till FAT & SAT
• Handle procurement of SAS components, vendor evaluation, and technical negotiations
• Configure and design SCADA/HMI systems (Zenon or equivalent)
• Engineering and integration of IEDs, BCUs, gateways, Ethernet switches, firewalls, NTP servers, etc.
• Work with communication protocols such as:
  • IEC 61850 (MMS/GOOSE)
  • IEC 60870-5-101/104
  • DNP3, Modbus
• Implement and configure network redundancy protocols (RSTP, PRP, HSR) and time synchronization (SNTP, PTP)
• Lead technical activities for SAS design, engineering, and system integration
• Support and conduct FAT, IFAT, SAT, testing, and commissioning activities
• Ensure proper handover of as-built drawings, documentation, and SCADA database backups
• Work on OT cybersecurity systems (Active Directory, WSUS, Antivirus, NMS, Backup systems, etc.)
• Ensure compliance with Saudi National Grid SAS standards (TES, TCS, TMSS specifications)
• Support SAS prequalification and prototype design for National Grid projects

Mandatory Requirements

• Strong experience in Substation Automation System (SAS) Design & Engineering
• Proven exposure to Saudi National Grid / Utility projects
• Hands-on expertise in:
  • SCADA/HMI design
  • Protection & Control IED configuration
  • SAS system integration
• Strong knowledge of IEC 61850 and substation communication protocols
• Experience in end-to-end SAS project execution (Design FAT SAT Handover)
• Ability to handle technical documentation and stakeholder coordination independently

Qualification

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Electronics / Communication / Computer Engineering
• Certifications such as CCNA / CCNP / MCP / MCTS will be an added advantage

If you have strong experience in SAS design and are looking for an international opportunity, we would like to connect with you.

Required Skills

• Expertise in SCADA systems (Zenon preferred)
• Strong knowledge of power system protection, automation, and control systems
• Experience with network devices & industrial communication systems
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
• Excellent communication, presentation, and coordination skills