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Testing & Commissioning Engineer (Riyadh, Saudi Arabia) @ alfanar

Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaOnsiteFull-timePosted today

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<p><img style="height:42.0px;width:210.0px" src="https://od.lk/s/OV8xOTgwNTUwODBf/Dar%20offer%20header.png" alt=""></p> <p><strong>Requisition ID:<strong>22527</strong> </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Job Country: <strong>[[country]]</strong> </strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Job City: <strong>[[filter3]]</strong> </strong></p> <p><span style=""><span style="">DAR Engineering, a leading design &amp; engineering consulting organization in Saudi Arabia engaged in Power Generation, Electrical Transmission &amp; Distribution, Health Care &amp; High Rise Buildings</span></span></p><div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Job Summary</H2> </div><div><p>We are seeking a highly skilled Testing &amp; Commissioning Engineer with 3 to 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, specifically in substation and protection systems. The successful candidate will be responsible for witnessing and supporting all Testing &amp; Commissioning (T&amp;C) activities on-site, ensuring technical accuracy, safety compliance, and proper documentation. This role requires hands-on experience with substation equipment, protection relays, and automation systems (SAS), as well as strong fault analysis capabilities.</p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Key Responsibilities</H2> </div><div><ul type="disc"> <li>Witness and oversee all Testing &amp; Commissioning activities at the site in accordance with project specifications.</li> <li>Ensure strict compliance with safety procedures during all phases of commissioning.</li> <li>Follow and maintain the Commissioning System Documentation (CSD) filing system.</li> <li>Inspect and verify the installation and operation of substation equipment (e.g., switchgear, transformers).</li> <li>Perform and witness testing of protection relays, including configuration, logic, and functional testing.</li> <li>Participate in testing and commissioning of Substation Automation Systems (SAS).</li> <li>Conduct or support electrical fault analysis, including interpretation of event and disturbance records.</li> <li>Prepare and maintain accurate commissioning records, test reports, and issue logs.</li> <li>Coordinate with project managers, construction teams, and client representatives to resolve technical issues on-site.</li> <li>Support documentation handover and ensure alignment with quality and project standards.</li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="margin:0.0px">Qualifications</H2> </div><div><ul type="disc"> <li>Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering.</li> <li>3–10 years of relevant experience in Testing &amp; Commissioning of electrical systems.</li> <li>Proven experience working with substation equipment and protection relay systems.</li> <li>Hands-on knowledge of Substation Automation Systems (SAS); IEC 61850 is a plus.</li> <li>Strong understanding of fault analysis and root cause identification techniques.</li> <li>Familiarity with safety procedures and electrical testing standards.</li> <li>Experience working in large-scale infrastructure or utility projects, preferably in the Middle East.</li> <li>Excellent communication, coordination, and reporting skills.</li> </ul></div></div></div>

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