Chief Electrical Engineer

Chief Engineer – Power Systems & Grid Operations (Renewable Energy)

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia (family status available)

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced engineering leader to take ownership of Grid Control & Operations across a portfolio of utility-scale renewable energy projects.

This role sits at the forefront of the energy transition, providing technical leadership across large-scale solar PV, wind, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hybrid power plants, and complex microgrid applications.

You will lead engineering activities throughout the project lifecycle – from conceptual design and grid studies through to commissioning, operations, and performance optimisation – ensuring assets operate safely, reliably, and in full compliance with grid requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Grid Operations & Control

• Lead grid control and real-time operational strategies for utility-scale renewable energy assets

• Develop and define control philosophies for inverter-based resources, including solar PV, BESS, and wind power plants

• Oversee network control centre functions, including AGC and dispatch systems

• Ensure seamless integration of renewable assets into transmission and distribution networks

Power System Studies & Grid Integration

• Lead and review advanced power system studies using PSS®E, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT

• Evaluate system performance under weak grid and complex operating conditions

• Validate system behaviour through RTDS and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulations

• Ensure compliance with international grid codes and utility requirements

• Identify technical risks during bidding and project development and implement mitigation strategies

Communication & Control Systems

• Define communication and SCADA architectures for renewable power plants

• Specify and oversee implementation of protocols including IEC 61850, IEC 60870-5-104, and Modbus

• Ensure reliable integration between plant controllers, EMS, SCADA, and grid infrastructure

Testing, Commissioning & Performance Optimisation

• Lead commissioning activities for renewable generation and grid interconnection projects

• Support testing, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis of operational issues

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence across the portfolio

• Capture lessons learned and translate them into enhanced control and operational philosophies

About You

You are an experienced power systems or controls engineer with a passion for solving complex technical challenges in renewable energy and grid integration.

You will ideally have:

• 20+ years of experience within power systems, grid control, or energy infrastructure

• 10+ years of experience in technical leadership or engineering management roles

• Deep expertise in renewable energy integration, grid stability, and inverter-based resources

• Proven experience working on large-scale (>1 GW) projects or highly complex grid environments

• Strong understanding of power electronics, including solar PV inverters, BESS, and wind turbine technologies

• Experience engaging with utilities, grid operators, and key project stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline

• Master's degree in Power Systems (required)

• PhD in Power Systems or a related field will be considered an advantage

Why Apply?

• Lead technically complex and industry-leading renewable energy projects

• Influence the future of grid-connected renewable generation and energy storage

• Work across solar PV, wind, BESS, hybrid systems, and emerging energy technologies

• Join a business at the forefront of the global energy transition