Electrical Maintenance Engineer (Substations)

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Since 1976, Alfanar Projects has evolved into an integrated global project developer and engineering, construction, and technology solutions provider. With a strong track record in the energy, water, and infrastructure sectors, we work alongside governments and partners to deliver strategic projects that align with national priorities and long-term visions.

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Job Summary

The Electrical Maintenance Engineer is responsible for preventive and corrective maintenance of MV & HV substations and associated electrical systems to ensure safe, reliable, and continuous operation. The role covers troubleshooting, inspections, testing, switching support, and coordination with operations and contractors while maintaining compliance with safety standards and utility requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance for MV/HV substation assets including:
• power transformers, switchgear (AIS/GIS), circuit breakers, disconnectors, busbars, CTs/VTs, surge arresters, capacitor banks, batteries/chargers, and control/relay panels.
• Conduct routine inspections, condition assessments, and equipment health checks (thermal/visual/mechanical).
• Execute testing activities such as:
• Insulation resistance (IR), PI, contact resistance (where applicable)
• CT/VT checks, secondary injection support
• Functional checks for interlocks, annunciation, SCADA/RTU signals, alarms, and protections
• Troubleshoot faults on protection relays, control circuits, and HV/MV equipment, identify root cause, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support switching and isolation activities (LOTO), permit-to-work processes, and safe energization/de-energization plans.
• Coordinate with contractors for specialized works (oil testing, SF6 handling, relay testing, cable fault location), ensuring scope, quality, and HSE compliance.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies, risk assessments, method statements, and relevant standards (IEC/IEEE/utility requirements).
• Recommend improvements for reliability (RCM actions), spare parts planning, and maintenance optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering.
• 3–8+ years in substation maintenance (MV/HV) or utility/industrial power systems.
• Strong knowledge of power systems, substation equipment, and protection & control (P&C) basics.
• Familiar with maintenance procedures, testing practices, and safety regulations.
• Good documentation, reporting, and communication skills.