Electrical Engineer

Operations Engineer

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Release and restore 380 kV / 33 kV circuits during post-commissioning outages and restoration activities.
• Issue and cancel work permits and switching permits related to outage operations.
• Conduct substation inspections and monitor defect clearance activities.
• Issue site notices for major and minor operational issues.
• Monitor alarms, events, and field activities via SCS/SCADA systems.
• Respond to minor alarms, perform troubleshooting, and ensure prompt clearance.
• Provide standby support and coordinate operational activities as needed.
• Travel within the project area to support operational requirements.
• Ensure full compliance with safety rules and operational procedures.

Qualification & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years in EHV/HV network switching operations within an electric utility.
• Must hold switching authorization up to 380 kV (SEC or equivalent).

Technical Knowledge:

• 380 kV GIS substations
• Protection systems & Substation Automation Systems (SAS)
• Switching operations, outage coordination, commissioning of MV/EHV equipment
• Familiarity with international standards and SEC standards/practices

Languages: Fluency in English (written & spoken); Arabic is an advantage.

For further information email Jason.manze@earthstreamglobal.com