Transmission Engineer - Control Room Engineer Consultant
Talentmate
United Arab Emirates
24th January 2026
2601-2544-825
Job Description
- Transmission Engineer - Control Room Engineer
- Leading Electricity Transmission System Operator in Saudi Arabia
Our client is the largest producer, transmitter and distributor of electrical energy in the Middle East and North Africa.
Job Description
- Monitor and control the electrical power transmission system via SCADA/EMS during normal and abnormal conditions
- Ensure voltage, frequency, reactive power, and power flow are maintained within acceptable limits in accordance with Saudi Arabian Grid Code and relevant standards
- Ensure power system analysis of electricity flows and in real time, commission and switch up to 380kV.
- Demonstrate understanding principles of real and reactive power flow, and voltage.
- Respond to system disturbances, faults, and emergencies, performing fault diagnosis and executing remedial measures quickly and accurately
- Coordinate switching operations, outages, and maintenance work with field crews ensuring safety and reliability
- Develop, review, and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs), emergency procedures, operational policies, and grid code compliance guidelines
- Conduct operational forecasting, load / demand analysis, contingency planning, and reliability/ stability studies (steady state, dynamic, transient, voltage/frequency stability)
- Prepare and present system operation reports, logs, event summaries, and recommendations for improvement / mitigation
- Well understand of generation unit components, transmission, regulatory guidance and requirements.
- To control, monitor, and analyse the transmission network in real-time, making crucial decisions to ensure grid security and stability.
- Participate in training, mentoring of junior operators, and continuous improvement programs (e.g. system reliability, responsiveness, automation, performance KPIs)
- Deeper understanding of system strengths, weaknesses, and long-term rationale for operating limits
- Managing the unique challenges associated with high penetration of intermittent resources (wind, solar) and inverter-based resources.
- Conduct regular drills to assess emergency procedures.
- Ensure all operational practices align with the latest grid code revisions
- Coordinate the commissioning activities and operational data.
- Ensure the provision of appropriate supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) displays and Power System Simulator.
A successful Transmission Engineer - Control Room Engineer/Consultant should have:
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering (Masters preferred).
- Minimum 10-12 years of experience in power system operations, transmission / distribution network operation,
- Prior experience as a Shift Supervisor or Team Lead in a control center environment.
- Strong knowledge of Saudi Arabian Grid Code, operating standards, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Experience with large, interconnected grids, transmission at high voltage (e.g. 132kV, 230kV, 380kV, etc.)
- Exposure to power electronics, renewable energy integration (solar, wind, battery storage), and modern grid technologies (FACTS, HVDC, etc.)
- Proficiency with SCADA/EMS systems for real-time monitoring and control
- Deep understanding of power system fundamentals: load flow, power / reactive power balancing, voltage regulation, frequency control, protection systems, contingency analysis, stability (static, dynamic)
- Experience with fault diagnostics, switching operations, coordinating with field teams under normal and emergency conditions
- Ability to work rotating shifts (including nights, weekends, holidays) and remain calm under pressure
- Deep understanding of the energy market and interchange scheduling.
- Excellent verbal and written communication. Skills in English; Arabic proficiency preferred.
- Competitive salary + company benefits.
- Opportunity to work in the leading Electricity Transmission System Operator in Saudi Arabia.
- Challenging and rewarding projects with room for professional growth.
- Supportive and professional work environment.
Contact: Guillermo Martinez
Quote job ref: JN-012026-6927832
Job Details
| Role Level: | Mid-Level | Work Type: | Full-Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Country: | United Arab Emirates | City: | Dubai |
| Company Website: | https://redirect.michaelpage.com/mp-home | Job Function: | Information Technology (IT) |
| Company Industry/ Sector: |
Staffing and Recruiting | ||
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