Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Substations)

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Since 1976, Alfanar Projects has evolved into an integrated global project developer and engineering, construction, and technology solutions provider. With a strong track record in the energy, water, and infrastructure sectors, we work alongside governments and partners to deliver strategic projects that align with national priorities and long-term visions.

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Job Summary

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer is responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance of MV & HV substations and associated electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous operation . The role covers troubleshooting, inspections, testing, switching support, and coordination with operations and contractors while maintaining compliance with safety standards and utility requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for MV/HV substation assets including:
• power transformers, switchgear (AIS/GIS), circuit breakers, disconnectors, busbars, CTs/VTs, surge arresters, capacitor banks, batteries/chargers, and control/relay panels .
• Conduct routine inspections , condition assessments, and equipment health checks (thermal/visual/mechanical).
• Execute testing activities such as:
• Insulation resistance (IR), PI , contact resistance (where applicable)
• CT/VT checks , secondary injection support
• Functional checks for interlocks, annunciation, SCADA/RTU signals, alarms , and protections
• Troubleshoot faults on protection relays, control circuits, and HV/MV equipment , identify root cause, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support switching and isolation activities (LOTO), permit-to-work processes, and safe energization/de-energization plans.
• Coordinate with contractors for specialized works (oil testing, SF6 handling, relay testing, cable fault location), ensuring scope, quality, and HSE compliance.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies , risk assessments, method statements, and relevant standards (IEC/IEEE/utility requirements).
• Recommend improvements for reliability (RCM actions), spare parts planning, and maintenance optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering .
• 3–8+ years in substation maintenance (MV/HV) or utility/industrial power systems.
• Strong knowledge of power systems , substation equipment , and protection & control (P&C) basics.
• Familiar with maintenance procedures , testing practices, and safety regulations.
• Good documentation, reporting, and communication skills.