Electrical Engineer – OHL & Substations (6/4/2026) 

We are looking for an Electrical Engineer – OHL & Substations for one of our clients with the following details:

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 1 month (Direct Hire)

Location: Kingdom Saudi Arabia

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• 5–10+ years of experience in:
• High Voltage Substations (up to 380/400 kV)
• Overhead Transmission Lines (OHL)
• Experience in GCC region preferred

Technical Skills:

Strong knowledge of:

• HV equipment (transformers, breakers, isolators)
• Protection & control systems
• OHL design principles

Proficiency in tools such as:

• AutoCAD
• ETAP / Power system analysis tools

Understanding of:

• IEC / IEEE standards
• Grid code compliance
• This role is ideal for an Electrical Engineer with strong HV transmission & substation experience, looking to work on large-scale interconnection projects in the GCC region with a global leader

Activities:

• The Electrical Engineer will be responsible for design review, installation, testing, and commissioning support of high-voltage transmission systems, including Overhead Lines (OHL) and substations up to 380/400 kV
• The role involves coordination with EPC contractors, ensuring compliance with international standards, and supporting project delivery across all phases.

Key Responsibilities

OHL (Overhead Line) Engineering

• Design review and supervision of HV OHL systems (132 kV – 400 kV)

Review of:

• Tower spotting & profiles
• Sag & tension calculations
• Conductor and insulator selection
• Ensure compliance with IEC standards and project specifications

Supervise construction activities including:

• Tower erection
• Stringing works
• Earthing systems
• Monitor contractor performance and quality

Substation Engineering (Up to 380/400 kV)

• Review and supervise GIS/AIS substation works

Evaluate:

• Single Line Diagrams (SLD)
• Protection & control schemes
• Equipment layouts

Oversee installation of:

• Transformers
• Switchgear
• Busbars & protection systems
• Support pre-commissioning and commissioning activities

Project & Site Management

• Coordinate with GCCIA stakeholders, consultants, and contractors
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and propose mitigation plans

Ensure adherence to:

• Project schedule
• Quality standards
• HSE requirements
• Prepare technical reports and documentation
• Testing Commissioning

Witness and review:

• FAT (Factory Acceptance Tests)
• SAT (Site Acceptance Tests)
• Support energization of transmission lines and substations
• Troubleshoot system issues during commissioning

If you are interested, kindly apply!