Testing and Commissioning Engineer(Substation Automation System)Saudi Arabia/Jeddah📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Siemens is seeking a Testing and Commissioning Engineer with expertise in Substation Automation Systems (SAS) to join its Smart Infrastructure division. This role, based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, is focused on enhancing how we live and work by ensuring the performance of digital power distribution and building infrastructure technologies. The position contributes to creating secure, safe, and energy-efficient environments for clients through advanced engineering solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and parameterize substation control and monitoring systems.
• Perform Human Machine Interface (HMI) and SCADA parameterization.
• Execute BCU and Protection digital relay parameterization for Medium and High Voltage Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs).
• Commission substation control and monitoring systems, including conducting functional performance tests, Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT), and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT) with client witnesses.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation, such as panel drawings, test protocols, SCADA Point Lists, and Module Data Checklists.
• Provide project reporting to the technical Project Management team.
• Adhere to all Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) guidelines.
• Maintain awareness of end-user technical standards and regulations relevant to substation automation.
• Collaborate effectively within a team and share knowledge.
• Travel throughout the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for commissioning activities.
• Implement cybersecurity measures within automation systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or Communication Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in testing and commissioning of Substation Automation Systems.
• Proven experience with SIEMENS SAS Systems, specifically XENON and A8000.
• Possession of a relevant certification for SAS Systems and/or Cybersecurity.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the Kingdom for commissioning activities.
• Fluency in English, both written and spoken.

Required Skills

• Substation control and monitoring system design and parameterization.
• Human Machine Interface (HMI) / SCADA parameterization.
• BCU and Protection digital relay parameterization for Medium and High Voltage IEDs.
• Substation control and monitoring system commissioning.
• Conducting Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) and Site Acceptance Tests (SAT).
• Technical report writing and documentation.
• Project reporting.
• Understanding and application of EHS guidelines.
• Knowledge of end-user technical standards and regulations.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Effective knowledge sharing capabilities.
• Experience with commissioning activities.
• Implementation of cybersecurity in automation systems.
• Proficiency with SIEMENS SAS System/XENON/A8000.
• SAS System/Cybersecurity Certification.

Work Environment and Location

This is a full-time position based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, with travel required throughout the Kingdom for commissioning activities. The role is part of Siemens' Smart Infrastructure division, contributing to projects within the energy and building infrastructure sectors.