Testing & Commissioning Engineer

About the Role

Alfanar Engineering Services is seeking experienced and highly motivated Testing & Commissioning (T&C) Engineers to join their team. This full-time position is based in Eastern, Saudi Arabia, and requires a professional with a strong background in HV/EHV Substation Testing & Commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform testing and commissioning of HV/EHV substations ranging from * to 380kV.
• Execute pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for Power Transformers, GIS/AIS Switchgear, Circuit Breakers, Disconnectors & Earthing Switches, Current Transformers (CTs), Voltage Transformers (VTs/CVTs), Protection & Control Panels, and SCADA & Communication Systems.
• Carry out protection relay testing, configuration, and validation.
• Perform primary and secondary injection testing.
• Conduct transformer testing, including Transformer Turns Ratio (TTR), Winding Resistance, Insulation Resistance, and Functional Tests.
• Verify control logic, protection schemes, and interlocks.
• Support system energization and synchronization activities.
• Troubleshoot equipment and system issues during commissioning.
• Prepare commissioning procedures, test reports, and punch lists.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, and project stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and final commissioning reports.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering (* / ****
• Minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in Testing & Commissioning of HV/EHV substations.
• Strong knowledge of protection relays, control systems, SCADA, and communication networks.
• Hands-on experience with GIS/AIS substations and transformer testing.
• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and protection logic diagrams.