Operations Engineer
Major Duties & Responsibilities
- Release and restore 380 kV / 33 kV circuits during post-commissioning outages and restoration activities.
- Issue and cancel work permits and switching permits related to outage operations.
- Conduct substation inspections and monitor defect clearance activities.
- Issue site notices for major and minor operational issues.
- Monitor alarms, events, and field activities via SCS/SCADA systems.
- Respond to minor alarms, perform troubleshooting, and ensure prompt clearance.
- Provide standby support and coordinate operational activities as needed.
- Travel within the project area to support operational requirements.
- Ensure full compliance with safety rules and operational procedures.
Qualification & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum 5 years in EHV/HV network switching operations within an electric utility.
- Must hold switching authorization up to 380 kV (SEC or equivalent).
Technical Knowledge:
- 380 kV GIS substations
- Protection systems & Substation Automation Systems (SAS)
- Switching operations, outage coordination, commissioning of MV/EHV equipment
- Familiarity with international standards and SEC standards/practices
Languages: Fluency in English (written & spoken); Arabic is an advantage.
For further information email Jason.manze@earthstreamglobal.com
