Senior Electrical Engineer (Power Generation Projects)

About the role

Eram Talent is recruiting an experienced Senior Electrical Engineer in Saudi Arabia, based in Abqaiq. The role suits someone with 20+ years of experience in electrical engineering, project execution, construction and commissioning, with strong expertise in large-scale power generation, transmission and distribution projects.

Key responsibilities

• Lead electrical engineering, construction, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Ensure project execution meets contract requirements, schedule, cost, HSE, quality and company procedures.
• Review electrical designs, drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
• Supervise electrical equipment installation, testing, inspection and commissioning.
• Coordinate with project managers, engineers, contractors, vendors, clients and other stakeholders.
• Conduct site inspections and resolve technical and construction issues.
• Ensure electrical systems are designed and installed in line with applicable standards and project requirements.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 20+ years of relevant experience in electrical engineering and project management/execution.
• Strong experience in power generation, transmission and distribution systems.
• Hands-on experience in equipment installation, testing, pre-commissioning and commissioning.
• Knowledge of electrical design principles, power systems, circuit analysis and control systems.
• Experience with laser alignment tools, equipment and construction tooling.
• Full professional proficiency in English; preferred certifications include Vibration Analyst (ISO Category I) and Certified Seal Assembly Artisan.

Required skills

• Proficiency in ETAP
• Familiarity with Flowstar, MS Office, PLC, SCADA, DCS, network communication protocols and vibration analysis software
• Strong communication, leadership and stakeholder management skills