DIY CRAFT IDEAS

Grid Operations Engineer/Powerr Distribution Specialist

Manama, BahrainPosted 5 days ago

Salary
AED 7k–12k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Mid level
Field
Energy & Sustainability
Work mode
On site

About the role

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Grid Operations Engineer / Power Distribution Specialist to oversee electrical grid operations, power distribution networks, and system maintenance. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in power systems, electrical network management, fault diagnosis, and grid reliability to ensure safe, stable, and efficient electricity distribution. Key Responsibilities • Monitor and manage daily electrical grid and power distribution operations. • Oversee substations, transformers, switchgear, and distribution equipment. • Coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repair activities. • Monitor network performance, load demand, voltage levels, and power quality. • Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults, outages, and network abnormalities. • Coordinate with technical teams and contractors to resolve operational issues. • Manage planned maintenance, emergency power interruptions, and restoration activities. • Monitor grid performance, system reliability, and operational KPIs. • Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, grid codes, and regulatory requirements. Requirements • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related field. • Proven experience in power distribution, grid operations, or electrical maintenance. • Strong knowledge of electrical networks, substations, transformers, and protection systems. • Familiarity with SCADA, power system monitoring, and fault diagnosis. • Understanding of electrical safety, power quality, and load management. • Strong analytical, technical troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities. • Ability to manage operational priorities and respond effectively to technical challenges. •

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in power distribution, grid operations, or electrical maintenance.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical networks, substations, transformers, and protection systems.
  • Familiarity with SCADA, power system monitoring, and fault diagnosis.
  • Understanding of electrical safety, power quality, and load management.
  • Strong analytical, technical troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Ability to manage operational priorities and respond effectively to technical challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Monitor and manage daily electrical grid and power distribution operations.
  • Oversee substations, transformers, switchgear, and distribution equipment.
  • Coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, and repair activities.
  • Monitor network performance, load demand, voltage levels, and power quality.
  • Identify and troubleshoot electrical faults, outages, and network abnormalities.
  • Coordinate with technical teams and contractors to resolve operational issues.
  • Manage planned maintenance, emergency power interruptions, and restoration activities.
  • Monitor grid performance, system reliability, and operational KPIs.
  • Ensure compliance with electrical safety standards, grid codes, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

  • Electrical engineering
  • Power engineering
  • SCADA
  • Power system monitoring
  • Fault diagnosis
  • Substations
  • Transformers
  • Protective relays
  • Electrical safety
  • Load management
  • Power quality
  • Grid operations
  • Troubleshooting
  • Network performance

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