Communication Engineer

Fixed-Term Contract /

Al Khobar

Saudi Arabia

03/12/24

On site
- ABOUT ASSYSTEMAssystem is an international company with one mission: accelerate the energy transition around the world.

Every day, our 6,500 switchers located in 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Pacific Asia & Africa) connect their six thousand billion neurons to tackle the task of the century: switching to low-carbon energy.

We are a collective committed to the actors who are making the energy switch. Sharing our knowledge, expertise and values allows us to innovate and think differently about the energy transition.

To ensure a viable, efficient, and reliable energy future for all.

**ROLE PURPOSE**

As a Senior Engineer, he/she plays a crucial role in providing expert technical guidance and leadership to the diverse portfolio of projects. He/she will be responsible for executing various communication assignments, ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions to the clients. This role involves working closely with multidisciplinary teams, mentoring junior Engineers and designers. Collaborating with Client/Vendor Requirements for Substation Design for AIS, GIS Substations, OHTL, UG and develop drawings/documents for Design, that meet project goals and operational standards.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & **ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- **Project Management**: Lead and manage multiple Electrical engineering projects from inception to completion. This includes establishing project objectives, creating work plans, managing resources, and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
- **Design and Analysis**: Conduct detailed of primary electrical design and analysis for various systems, components, and equipment. This includes evaluating performance, efficiency, safety, and compliance with relevant codes and standards.
- **Client Collaboration**: Work closely with clients to understand their requirements, preferences, and objectives. Develop strong professional relationships and effectively communicate technical concepts and project progress to clients.
- **Team Leadership**: Mentor and guide junior engineers in their professional development. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team environment, encouraging knowledge sharing and skills enhancement.
- **Quality Assurance**: Ensure that all Electrical deliverables meet the highest quality standards. Conduct thorough reviews of designs, reports, and documents to verify accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
- **Continuous Improvement**: Stay updated with the latest advancements in electrical design technologies, tools, and methodologies. Identify opportunities for process improvement and actively contribute to the enhancement of our engineering practices.
- **Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance**: Uphold the highest standards of safety and environmental responsibility in all engineering projects. Adhere to relevant regulations and implement appropriate safety measures.

**KEY RESULT AREAS**

**Project Delivery**:
Achieve an average project completion rate of 95%-98% within the specified timeline.

Ensure that 90%-95% of projects meet or exceed client expectations and receive positive feedback.

**Technical Excellence**:
Reduce design errors and rework by 20%-30% through thorough reviews and verification processes.

Implement 2-4 new design improvements or innovative solutions that enhance project efficiency or performance.

**Client Satisfaction**:
Maintain a client satisfaction score of 90%-95% based on post-project surveys.

**Team Development**:
Conduct 2-4 training sessions or workshops to enhance the skills of the Junior Engineers and designers in the team.

Facilitate the professional growth of team members, resulting in a 10%-15% improvement in their performance evaluations.

**Job-Specific Skills**:

- Proven expertise in communication cable routes and selection of fiber optic cables in substations & transmission.
- Proven expertise in selection of Communication equipment’s in Substations
- Proven expertise in Telephone and data systems philosophy, preparing layouts, riser diagrams etc.
- Expertise in review of communication system vendor documents of substations
- Expertise in understanding of communication philosophies in Substations and transmissions.
- Proficiency in applicable engineering software tools.
- Strong understanding of relevant codes, standards, and regulations.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Commitment to delivering high-quality results and meeting project deadlines.

**Generic Skills**:

- Effective communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with clients and internal teams.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and experience in mentoring junior engineers.

MY PROFILE
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering.
- Minimum of [10] years of experience as a communication engineer within a consulting firm or a similar industry.