Design Electrical Engineer MV/LV

About the Role

Alfanar Projects is seeking a Design Electrical Engineer MV/LV to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position requires a minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design and engineering, focusing on Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems. The role involves contributing to various projects, including power plants, industrial, oil & gas, and EPC initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing Single Line Diagrams (SLD), load schedules, and cable schedules.
• Performing cable sizing, voltage-drop calculations, transformer and generator sizing, and short-circuit calculations.
• Conducting protection coordination studies and designing earthing and lightning protection systems.
• Designing lighting and small-power systems and preparing electrical equipment specifications and datasheets.
• Reviewing IFC drawings, vendor drawings, and technical submittals.
• Coordinating with civil, mechanical, instrumentation, and process disciplines.
• Coordinating with clients, consultants, vendors, and subcontractors.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in electrical design and engineering, preferably within power plants, industrial, oil & gas, or EPC projects.
• Strong experience with Medium Voltage (MV) and Low Voltage (LV) electrical systems.
• Proficiency with MV/LV switchgear, transformers, MCCs, PCCs, distribution boards, and UPS systems.
• Good knowledge of electrical protection, coordination, and short-circuit calculations.
• Familiarity with international standards such as IEC, IEEE, NFPA, and NEC.
• Good knowledge of electrical design software including ETAP, AutoCAD, and/or EPLAN.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience with FAT, SAT, testing, commissioning, and site technical support.
• Experience in power generation / gas turbine projects.
• Familiarity with Saudi Aramco/SEC or similar utility standards.
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requiring collaboration with various engineering disciplines and external stakeholders in a project-driven environment.