Senior Application Engineer position

To provide Power Automation (PSA) and Power Management System (PMS) engineering oversight to ensure the working and safe & reliable operation of the plant facilities under the project.

You will provide Power systems engineering technical input and task leadership across the following:

• Provide & maintain a safe work environment for self & others. Employ good housekeeping methods and demonstrate leadership with all company & industry safe work processes to prevent injuries.
• Lead in the provision of engineering evaluation & determinations, issue technical direction & guidance, and oversee inspection & quality assurance initiatives for all power systems & equipment troubleshooting, maintenance, calibration, repair, and test activities.
• Lead in the provision of engineering support & guidance during the construction & commissioning of the plants. Maintain accurate document control and monitor quality assurance initiatives.
• Lead in the development of detailed engineering specifications (including sizing calculations) for the procurement of Instrument and control systems components and equipment.
• Lead in the provision of engineering input for the development and maintenance of power systems & equipment standards, procedures, best practices, inspection contracts, and contractor selection guidelines.
• Implement and maintain compliance with all Critical Safety Circuits (CSS), Safety Integrity Levels (SIL), and Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS) implementation and revalidation programs.
• Provide engineering support for the troubleshooting, maintenance, repair, and test activities for the plant’s PSA & PMS system.
• Develop, implement, and manage a comprehensive risk-based inspection and calibration program for all power systems & equipment.
• Establish & maintain compliance with all company and local regulations.
• Employ appropriate project development and project management activities (including scope, budget, schedule, execution strategies, risk plans, cost collection/reporting, etc.) for the execution of all projects and turnaround activities.
• Promote an atmosphere of team spirit through good example, open communication, good listening, and timely problem resolutions.
• Drive continuous improvement in safety performance, reliability, and cost of quality goals.
• Establish & maintain relationships with regional Instrument & Controls systems & equipment suppliers.
• Foster and support positive working relationships with internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• Electrical Engineering graduate with >4 years of relevant experience in chemical/refinery/gas plant maintenance/inspection/engineering.
• Experience in the design, engineering, and commissioning of Power Automation system (PSA) and Power Management System (PMS).
• Experience with Copa Data Zenon Energy Software Human Machine interface (HMI).
• Experience with Schneider Electric products and software.
• Experience with Intelligent Electronic Device (IED) configuration, communication & troubleshooting.
• Experienced in the following PMS functions:
• Fast Load shedding
• Load Restoration
• Black Start System
• Generation Control System
• Generation Shedding System
• Automatic Synchronization
• Tie Flow Control
• Experienced in Operational Technology (OT) Cybersecurity & ethernet network design, engineering, commissioning, and troubleshooting that includes Ethernet switches, Routers, firewalls.
• Knowledge & understanding with the principles of: Safety Integrity Level (SIL), Safety Instrumented System (SIS), Safety Instrumented Function (SIF), Supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA).
• Knowledge of industry codes and standards applicable to Oil and Gas and Refining Industries (API, ISA, NEC / IEC, NFPA, ASME, etc.) and preferably also Saudi Aramco standards and working practices.
• Emphasis placed on safety, teamwork, and aptitude toward challenging work. Skills related to outage planning, organization, and communication are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in English speaking and writing.
• Good interpersonal and teamwork skills with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively throughout all levels within the organization.
• Experience in leading and guiding technical employees.
• Knowledge and understanding of local statutory/regulatory inspection requirements.

Primary Location: SA-East-AL Khobar Regional Office

Schedule: Full-time

Unposting Date: Ongoing