Introduction

What are you going to do 

  • Study the contractual scope of site work, applicable specification and standards, application, electrical scheme drawings and interface engineering.
  • Prepare site test procedure and test formats taking into consideration the manufacturer recommendations and applicable standard.
  • Plan and schedule testing and commissioning activities.
  • Identify and arrange test equipment needed to carry out the task. Verify the availability of required documentation (specifications, scheme drawings, etc…)
  • Prepare relay setting calculation if required for small jobs.
  • Proceed with the testing and commissioning of the equipment and its interface with other equipment in line with the test procedure and agreement reached with the customer.
  • Issue the documentation of the test results duly validated by the individual and the customer. Issue the certification of the installation for energization and operation.
  • Investigate reported malfunction and implement curative action / initiate corrective action.
  • Co-ordinate with customer for outage requirement, entry gate pass, work permit, etc…
  • Verify application of all safety rules and good maintenance of test and measuring instruments and tools, and implement the corrections needed.
  • Report on progress and completion of jobs.
  • Control all related documentation (Procedure, test reports, as built drawings)

Performing test of protection relays and substation electrical HV/LV equipment.

  • Testing of vacuum reclosers, pad mounted step-up transformers, instrument transformers (PT/CT), surge arresters, switchboard, grounding system, and relay protection systems.
  • Ensures the performance of all field testing on substation equipment is completed accurately and safely.
  • Develop and execute substation equipment test procedures.
  • Provide technical instruction, mentoring, guidance with regard to substation systems and electrical power systems to field testing technicians.
  • Develop testing & commissioning departmental and project requirements.
  • Ensure compliance of testing QA/QC process.
  • Regularly meet and liaise with clients and other personnels with responsibility to act independently on technical matters relating to testing & commissioning.
  • Consults with client on testing and commissioning projects.
  • Maintains excellent relationship with client and field personnel.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Essential skills and knowledge

Requirements for the Electrical Testing and Commissioning Engineer role include:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering/Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Power & Controls, or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of proven demonstrated experience on testing experience, or design and construction of similar facilities. Experience in ZIV protection relay is a plus.
  • Must have an expert understanding of electrical systems.
  • Proficient in reading electrical single lines, DC schematics, and equipment wiring diagrams.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.
  • Must exhibit advanced knowledge of electrical industry standards.
  • Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership skills, attention to safety, strong analytical, problem solving and trouble shooting skills.
  • Must be advanced in the use of testing equipment as CMC256 and CMC100 and other test equipment's etc.

What we offer 

  • Salary:
    • Day Rate in USD (All inclusive)
  • Work Schedule:
    • 8 Hours / 5 Days
  • Duration:
    • 1 year, with possible extension
  • Location:
    • Saudi Arabia

Closing: 04 September 2026

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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