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The Senior Electrical Field Engineer provides site-based technical leadership and construction oversight for electrical works associated with buildings, utilities, and highway infrastructure. Reporting to the Resident Engineer, the role ensures compliance with contract requirements, approved designs, applicable standards, and project quality procedures. Key responsibilities include supporting safe and timely delivery from design release through installation to closeout, while promoting a right-first-time quality culture.
Work Location:
Ras Al-Khair, approximately 100 kilometers north of Jubail Industrial City. Daily commuting between Jubail and Ras Al-Khair is required, using available transportation facilities or shuttle bus service. Accommodation is provided in Jubail Industrial City, along with complimentary breakfast and lunch on workdays.
This position is designated as Single Status only.
Project Overview:
The Jubail project, designed and managed by the company since the mid-1970s, is one of the largest civil engineering projects in modern times. The role involves overseeing the construction of residential communities, iconic buildings/bridges, and various utility and infrastructure projects in partnership with the Royal Commission.
Major Responsibilities:
- Act as senior field engineering focal point for assigned electrical scopes, coordinating with the Royal Commission, SEC, contractors, Engineering, and project functions.
- Oversee field installation of HV, MV and LV systems, substations, transformers, switchgear, generators, UPS and batteries, cabling, and associated interfaces.
- Conduct reviews of contractor technical submissions for compliance, constructability, and completeness.
- Liaise with Engineering to resolve design clarifications, discrepancies, constraints, and technical queries before affecting procurement or installation.
- Verify vendor materials against contract specifications and recommend approval of materials.
- Ensure compliance of delivered materials and installed systems with contract requirements and maintain traceability.
- Promote a prevention-based quality culture.
- Conduct inspections and verify compliance with required documentation and closure of deficiencies.
- Monitor contractor performance and implement corrective actions for quality issues.
- Coordinate electrical interfaces across various disciplines to resolve clashes before installation.
- Witness and evaluate testing, commissioning, and handover of electrical systems, ensuring safety controls are followed.
- Prepare timely field reports covering all aspects of project progress, quality, and safety issues.
- Provide technical guidance to field engineers and inspectors.
Education and Experience Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university.
- Minimum 8-10 years of relevant construction experience, particularly in site-based electrical field engineering for major projects.
- Experience with HV, MV, and LV power distribution, and familiarity with multiple electrical systems.
- Ability to interpret and verify various technical drawings and specifications.
- Knowledge of construction quality requirements and relevant codes and standards.
- Familiarity with digital engineering and project management tools, such as Primavera P6, is advantageous.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Strong communication skills in English, with the ability to produce clear reports and documentation.
- Demonstrated leadership in multicultural site environments, with a focus on safety and compliance.
- Organized, dependable, and capable of working under pressure while managing competing demands.
- Proactive and attentive to detail, with a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.
Total Rewards/Benefits:
The company provides robust benefits to support employees’ well-being and development, allowing teams to thrive and build a legacy of sustainable growth.
Diversity Commitment:
The company values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel respected and empowered. The company encourages applications from all qualified individuals and ensures equitable treatment throughout the application and hiring process.
