aramco · 12 hours ago
MV Switchgear Specialist - Relocate to Saudi Arabia, Permanent Expat Relocation Package
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAramco is a leading global energy company headquartered in Saudi Arabia, seeking a Medium Voltage (MV) Switchgear Specialist to join their Technical Services Division. The role involves providing specialized technical support for the design, commissioning, maintenance, and operation of MV switchgear to ensure safe and reliable power supply.
ChemicalEnergyOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Serves as Subject Matter Expert in equipment failures and repair techniques during root cause investigations
Perform Root Cause Analysis on all critical equipment failures
Perform continuous review of the HV equipment maintenance programs to identify improvements to ensure the HV asset's safe and reliable operation
Provide technical consultation to the maintenance agency as required in identifying and reviewing critical spare parts lists of existing equipment
Provide technical consultation to assess the condition of aging switchgears and breakers including the use of new innovative technologies
Provide technical expertise on troubleshooting failures, repairs, and evaluating if the equipment is designed to meet its intended or existing service conditions
Provide technical engineering input on repair details and offers onsite technical support, especially for critical equipment for the process
Provide engineering input for switchgear work packages to ensure Saudi Aramco standards and material specifications are followed
Review and update company standards and be familiar with international standards
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university
Minimum of 10 years' experience of operations and maintenance experience directly working with MV switchgear/control gear
In-depth knowledge, experience, and recognition as a switchgear specialist including membership of international engineering bodies and contribution at international conferences
Working Knowledge of ANSI and IEC designed switchgear, breaker design (including mechanisms and interruption technology - vacuum, air, compressed air, SF-6), motor control gears, motor contactors, and pad-mounted SF-6 equipment
Ability to multi-task and manage changing priorities and seek opportunities to improve results and processes proactively
Ability to integrate and quickly apply newly acquired technical information
Strong speaking, writing, and customer service skills
Ability to complete daily work activities with limited supervision and work cooperatively in a team environment
Preferred
Advanced degree is a plus
Background in the oil and gas industry or equipment manufacturers is a plus
Professional Engineer certification such as chartership or PE is a plus
Benefits
Attractive relocation package
Investment in capital and technology
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
Leadership Team
Pedro A.
Management Consulting Partner / Transformation Senior Advisor
Sana M.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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