Senior SAS Engineer

About the Role

Abunayyan Holding is seeking a Senior SAS Engineer to join their team in Dammam, Eastern Region. This full-time role focuses on Substation Automation Systems (SAS) within substation and power grid projects. The position requires strong expertise in Protection & Control, SCADA/DCS integration, and IEC 61850.

Role Overview

The Senior SAS Engineer will be responsible for the complete lifecycle of SAS projects, from engineering design and system configuration to testing, commissioning, and site execution. This includes technical coordination with various stakeholders and ensuring the robust implementation of automation systems in power infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and submit SAS engineering designs for substation and power grid projects.
• Design, configure, test, and commission complete SAS architectures from field level to station and control-center level.
• Configure and test Protection & Control IEDs, including relays, RTUs, and bay controllers.
• Implement and troubleshoot IEC 61850 (GOOSE, MMS, SV) and other protocols such as Modbus and DNP3.
• Integrate SAS with SCADA, DCS, and EMS/Grid Management Systems.
• Conduct site surveys, technical assessments, and engineering data collection.
• Lead or support Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), commissioning, troubleshooting, and handover activities.
• Coordinate with clients, consultants, engineering vendors, and technology partners for technical execution.
• Ensure appropriate cybersecurity practices across SAS, SCADA, and DCS networks.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation and technical reports.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Electronics, Instrumentation, Control, or a related Engineering discipline.
• 6–10 years of relevant experience in SAS Automation, substation, power transmission, or grid projects.
• Strong expertise in Substation Automation, Protection & Control, SCADA, IEDs, and IEC 61850.
• Hands-on experience with SAS design, configuration, testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting.
• Strong understanding of power substations, transmission systems, and grid operations.
• Experience working with engineering consultants, customers, vendors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong technical documentation and communication skills.

Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.

Application Process

Interested candidates who meet the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.