ACWA Power

Electrical Engineer

Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 1 weeks ago

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Salary
AED 15k–23k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Energy & Sustainability
Work mode
On site

About the role

Electrical Engineer Job Details | acwapowerc Skip to main content Corporate website Language English (United States) View profile Login Corporate website Language English (United States) View profile Login Corporate website View profile Login Search by Keyword Search by Location Show More Options Loading... Category All Clear Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create Alert × Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Apply now » Electrical Engineer Date: Nov 5, 2026 Location: SA Job Description: Electrical Engineer Acwa Operations – Saudi Arabia Location: Rabigh, Saudi Arabia Function: Electrical Maintenance Plant Technology: Conventional Thermal Power Generation – Steam Turbine Reports to: Maintenance Manager Job Summary ACWA Operations is seeking experienced Electrical Engineers for opportunities at conventional thermal power plants operating steam turbine generation systems in Saudi Arabia. The role is responsible for supervising preventive, corrective, and predictive electrical maintenance activities to ensure the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of electrical equipment supporting steam turbine power generation. Roles & Responsibilities Supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of electrical equipment in conventional thermal power plants. Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of generators, excitation systems, transformers, switchgear, motors, protection relays, and electrical distribution systems. Support electrical maintenance of steam turbine auxiliaries, boiler-related electrical equipment, and balance-of-plant systems. Investigate electrical equipment failures, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and minimize downtime. Plan and coordinate annual maintenance outages, electrical inspections, equipment overhauls, and major repair activities. Monitor electrical equipment performance, analyze maintenance data, and recommend technical improvements to enhance plant efficiency and availability. Manage maintenance work orders, equipment history, and maintenance schedules through SAP/CMMS. Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, OEMs, and contractors while supervising electrical maintenance personnel and ensuring compliance with HSSE requirements. Job Specifications Minimum Education Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum Experience 8–10 years of experience in electrical maintenance within power generation plants. At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory role. Experience in conventional thermal power plants operating steam turbines is highly preferred. Experience conducting at least one outage involving critical electrical equipment. Required Skills Strong knowledge of electrical equipment used in conventional thermal power generation. Experience maintaining generators, excitation systems, transformers, switchgear, motors, and electrical protection systems. Understanding of steam turbine power plant electrical auxiliaries and balance-of-plant equipment. Experience in electrical troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, root-cause analysis, and reliability improvement. Knowledge of preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance practices. Experience in outage planning, equipment overhauls, and maintenance coordination. Working knowledge of SAP/CMMS and electrical maintenance reporting. Strong leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills. Work Conditions Plant-based position at a conventional thermal power plant in Saudi Arabia. Involvement in planned outages, equipment overhauls, emergency maintenance, and electrical inspections. Compliance with electrical safety, HSSE, and permit-to-work requirements. Apply now » Find similar jobs: Legal Notice Privacy Policy Compliance Line Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. Opens in a new tab. ©2026 Acwa. All rights reserved.

Requirements

Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering. Minimum Experience: 8–10 years of experience in electrical maintenance within power generation plants. At least 2 years of experience in a supervisory role. Experience in conventional thermal power plants operating steam turbines is highly preferred. Experience conducting at least one outage involving critical electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

Supervise preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance of electrical equipment in conventional thermal power plants. Oversee maintenance and troubleshooting of generators, excitation systems, transformers, switchgear, motors, protection relays, and electrical distribution systems. Support electrical maintenance of steam turbine auxiliaries, boiler-related electrical equipment, and balance-of-plant systems. Investigate electrical equipment failures, conduct root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve reliability and minimize downtime. Plan and coordinate annual maintenance outages, electrical inspections, equipment overhauls, and major repair activities. Monitor electrical equipment performance, analyze maintenance data, and recommend technical improvements to enhance plant efficiency and availability. Manage maintenance work orders, equipment history, and maintenance schedules through SAP/CMMS. Coordinate with Operations, Procurement, OEMs, and contractors while supervising electrical maintenance personnel and ensuring compliance with HSSE requirements.

Skills

  • Electrical equipment maintenance
  • Generators
  • Excitation systems
  • Transformers
  • Switchgear
  • Motors
  • Protection relays
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Steam turbine auxiliaries
  • Balance-of-plant equipment
  • Root-cause analysis
  • Preventive maintenance
  • Corrective maintenance
  • Predictive maintenance
  • Outage planning
  • SAP/CMMS
  • Maintenance reporting
  • Electrical troubleshooting

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