Al Haider Company for Contracting

Substation Protection Engineer

Al Haider Company for Contracting

Ras Tanura, Ash Sharqiyah, Saudi ArabiaFull timePosted Jul 2, 2026

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Substation Protection Engineer to contribute to our team in Saudi Arabia. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of power system protection principles, relay settings, and substation automation. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, engineering, testing, and implementing protection systems for high-voltage substations.

Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, the engineer will ensure the reliable and secure operation of our electrical power systems.

Requirements

Key Expertise

  • Scheme check, Auxiliary/TRIP Relays, MCCB & meters, Protection & Control IEDs
  • Stability testing, Final Trip Test, and Live Substation operations
  • Working with ABB, MICOM, and SIEMENS relays Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in power systems
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in substation protection engineering
  • Familiarity with Saudi Electricity Company (SEC) Standards
  • Strong understanding of power system protection principles, relay coordination, and substation automation
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Non-citizen applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering awarded at least 5 years ago