Protection Engineer - Saudi National

AtkinsRéalis, a world-leading design, engineering, and project management organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems.

We are active in the Middle East and India for over 10 years with our regional headquarter in Dubai, and offices in Abu Dhabi, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Saudi Arabia.

Our Middle East and India presence is complemented by our operations across Asia Pacific, Europe and the USA, and our 2,000 plus global staff.
 

We are looking for a Protection Engineer (HVDC) to be based in Riyadh. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the project scope, goals, and project deliverables to support the business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develop full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel and monitor project performance.

Role Requirement:

• With a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering preferably in Electric Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

• This role requires strong Project Management skills, technical expertise with min experience of 5 years and have executed at least one HVDC project independently.

Key responsibilities include:

• Developing project plans, timelines, and budgets for HVDC projects.

• Coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project goals are met.

• Leading project teams and providing direction to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget.

• Engage with clients to develop and determine the HVDC system’s design parameters

• Ensure adherence to and compliance with the client’s expectations, requirements, policies and processes throughout all phases of the project.

• Monitoring and controlling project progress, identifying and addressing risks and issues as they arise.

• Technical coordination of System Design deliveries as well as managing the risks and identifying opportunities to reduce time and cost while ensuring quality requirements are met.

• Managing project resources and ensuring they are allocated effectively.

• Communicating project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, including senior management.

• Managing Stakeholders interface and expectations

• Leading project meetings, providing regular updates, and facilitating decision-making.

• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulations, safety standards, and industry best practices.

• Providing technical expertise and guidance on HVDC project requirements and solutions.

• Evaluating project performance, identifying lessons learned, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.

• Active participation in Management of Change procedures

• Evaluating Design Changes and Concession requests

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

- 5+ years of experience in electrical engineering, particularly in protection systems and substation design.

- Proficient in reviewing control and protection schematics and technical documents.

- Knowledge of SAS systems, CT, CVT, PT applications, and relay protection functions.

- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

- Experience with client discussions and document approvals.

- Experience in factory acceptance testing and vendor offer evaluation.

- Ability to work collaboratively in a team and manage deadlines effectively.

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**Why choose AtkinsRéalis?**

Your difference makes a difference. We care for our people and are committed to creating an inclusive working environment where you can thrive and build a future you want to be a part of.

**Thrive with us.** When you join us, your wellbeing, health, and safety become our top priority.

**Engineering the future with digital.** From design and engineering to project management, digital is fundamental to our way of working.

**Champion lasting change.** We build sustainability into everything we do.

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**Rewards & Benefits**

- Competitive salary.

- Accommodation allowance.

- Transportation allowance.

- 22 working days annual leave.

- Medical and life insurance cover.

- Company gratuity scheme.

- Discretionary bonus scheme.

- Annual flight allowance to point of origin.

AtkinsRéalis is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate based on gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction, or disability. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to treating all employees and job applicants equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

- Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented.

- Complying with relevant employment legislation and codes of practice.

- Ensuring that all employees, potential employees, colleagues, and customers are treated equally and with respect.