Power Systems Engineer

About PowerTek

PowerTek is a power systems engineering and consulting firm providing advisory, engineering, and technical services to utilities, government entities, and large organizations. We support power infrastructure planning, grid studies, system reliability, and energy transition initiatives across multiple regions.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Power Systems Engineer with at least 5 years of hands-on experience to support power system planning, analysis, and engineering studies for utility-scale and large infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical fundamentals, experience working on grid-related studies, and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies including load flow, short circuit, protection coordination, and stability studies
• Support transmission and distribution planning projects
• Analyze network performance and identify system improvement opportunities
• Prepare technical reports, study documentation, and engineering deliverables
• Review utility standards, grid codes, and project requirements
• Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time
• Support feasibility studies, system assessments, and advisory engagements
• Provide technical input during project meetings and reviews

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in power systems engineering
• Experience with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, PSS®E, DIgSILENT, PSCAD or similar)
• Strong understanding of transmission and distribution systems
• Familiarity with utility practices, grid codes, and engineering standards
• Ability to write clear technical reports and communicate findings effectively
• Experience working with utilities or large infrastructure projects is highly preferred

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Experience working on projects in Saudi Arabia or the GCC
• Knowledge of renewable energy integration and grid modernization
• Experience supporting regulatory or utility-driven studies
• Professional certifications or progress toward licensure

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on large-scale, impactful power infrastructure projects
• Exposure to utility, government, and energy transition initiatives
• Collaborative and professional work environment
• Competitive compensation based on experience

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

• How many years of experience do you have in power systems engineering?
• How many years of experience do you have with power system analysis tools (e.g., ETAP, PSS®E, DIgSILENT, PSCAD or similar)?
• Are you a Saudi National?
• What's your expected compensation for this role?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)