aramco · 6 hours ago
Power Systems Protection & Control Engineer - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Relocation Package
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAramco is one of the world's largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, and they are seeking a Protection & Control Engineer to join their Technical Services Division. This role involves providing specialized technical support related to protection system design, relay settings, and power system studies to ensure the safe and reliable operation of electrical transmission and distribution networks.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Conduct protection relay settings calculations, coordination reviews, and verification for transmission, distribution, and industrial power systems
Lead or support power system disturbance and interruption investigations, including relay event analysis, fault reconstruction, and root cause analysis
Provide technical review for protection philosophies, relay settings files, system study reports, and engineering deliverables
Review, support development, and update company standards, guidelines, and procedures related to protection, control, and power system studies
Perform and validate load flow, short-circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and transient stability studies using Electrical Transient Analyzer Program (ETAP)
Perform arc flash hazard analyses and support mitigation strategies in accordance with IEEE, NFPA, and Saudi Aramco standards
Conduct transient and electromagnetic studies (e.g., switching transients, motor starting, system response) using ETAP and PSCAD
Support commissioning, site testing, troubleshooting, and post-event analysis of protection and control systems
Develop, maintain, and govern ETAP power system models, ensuring accuracy, consistency, version control, and alignment across projects, operations, and studies
Provide technical consultation to operations and maintenance teams to enhance system reliability, selectivity, and resilience
Support digitalization and continuous improvement initiatives related to protection systems, power system modeling, analytics, and engineering workflows
Interface with vendors, consultants, and contractors to ensure compliance with Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards and international codes
Represent the organization in industry forums, technical committees, and professional working groups related to power system protection and analysis
Prepare high-quality technical reports, presentations, and knowledge-sharing materials
Provide technical guidance and mentoring where required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 10 years' experience in power system protection and control, with direct involvement in system studies, relay settings, and operational investigations within oil & gas, utilities, industrial facilities, or equipment manufacturers
Background in protection of transformers, motors, transmission lines, and distribution systems
Advanced proficiency in ETAP, including model governance and execution of Load flow, Short-circuit, rotation coordination, Arc flash analysis, and Transient and dynamic studies
Practical experience using PSCAD for electromagnetic transient (EMT) and complex system behavior analysis
Knowledge of ANSI and IEC protection philosophies, relay technologies, and control schemes
Familiarity with IEEE, IEC, NFPA, and Saudi Aramco Engineering Standards (SAES)
Capability in power system event analysis, fault investigations, and root cause analysis
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical communication skills
Preferred
An advanced degree is a plus
Professional Engineering (PE) certifications or equivalent is a plus
Benefits
Attractive relocation package
Workforce development programs
Company
aramco
We’re a leading producer of the energy and chemicals that drive global commerce and enhance the daily lives of people around the globe by continuing delivering an uninterrupted supply of energy to the world.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageTotal Funding
$12.4BKey Investors
EIG Global Energy Partners(EIG)
2021-04-09Private Equity· $12.4B
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Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
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