WSP

Protection Engineer-400 kV Transmission project(6 months assignment)

Doha, QatarPosted 2 months ago

Salary
AED 25k–40k a month· est.
Job type
Contract
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

The Protection Site Engineer will be responsible for supervising, testing, commissioning, and maintaining protection systems in substations, power plants, and transmission/distribution networks. The role ensures reliable operation of protection schemes, compliance with standards, and safe execution of site works.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical / Power Engineering (or equivalent). Minimum 6 years of experience in protection and control engineering (substations / transmission & distribution / power plants). Hands-on experience with protection relays (Siemens, ABB, GE, Schneider, SEL, etc.). Knowledge of relay coordination, fault analysis, and power system protection schemes (distance, differential, overcurrent, etc.). Familiarity with testing tools (Omicron, Doble, Megger, etc.). Strong knowledge of IEC, IEEE, and local utility standards. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication and site management skills.   Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all. ​ ​ Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.  ​   ​ With us, you can. Apply today. #LI-Onsite

Responsibilities

Supervise, test, commission, and maintain protection systems in substations, power plants, and transmission/distribution networks. Ensure reliable operation of protection schemes, compliance with standards, and safe execution of site works.

Skills

  • protection relays (Siemens, ABB, GE, Schneider, SEL)
  • relay coordination
  • fault analysis
  • power system protection schemes (distance, differential, overcurrent)
  • testing tools (Omicron, Doble, Megger)
  • IEC and IEEE standards
  • site management
  • substation protection
  • testing and commissioning
  • power generation and transmission
  • protective relays testing

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