SNC-Lavalin Looking for Civil/Structural Engineer (OHTL) – Saudi National at Saudi Arabia Full Time

Job Description

SNC-Lavalin has an exciting full-time career opportunity for a Civil/Structural Engineer of 07 years experience to build a career in the area of Power Systems, Transmission and Distribution. The role is based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

The candidate will work in a fast-paced consulting environment with excellent career growth opportunities.

Responsibilities

Working in collaboration with the Civil/Structural team to prepare the following deliverables / provide the following engineering services (non-exhaustive list):

• Development of technical specifications for the procurement.
• Development of conceptual and detail design of HV substations (single line diagrams, layouts, BOM, etc.)
• Design of interfaces with protection and control systems, civil works, structures
• Preparation of bid documents and bid evaluations
• Design review of detail design performed by O.E.M. and third-party detail design
• Ensure interdisciplinary coordination
• Audits and technical assessment of HV and MV substations
• Construction supervision development of installation procedures and method statements
• Commissioning supervision
• Witnessing factory testing
• Feasibility and techno-economic studies (substations, distribution systems, etc.)
• Design studies and calculations (load flow, short-circuit, grounding, lightning protection, lighting, busbar design, etc.)

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil/ Structural Engineering, from a recognized institution (Master’s degree in power systems, an asset)
• Minimum 07 years of relevant experience in Engineering, Design and Construction of Extra High Voltage OHTL or related projects.
• Exceptional academic and professional record
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical capabilities with a focus achieving results
• Team player with great interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
• Client focused, highly autonomous, and ability to work under pressure
• Comprehensive understanding of power system fundamentals
• Knowledge or experience in HVDC, FACTS, or HV Cables, an asset
• Eligibility for registration with a Professional Order of Engineers
• Knowledge of IEC, IEEE and CSA standards for electrical equipment and installations
• Availability for short trips to construction sites, factories, client’s offices, in Canada, international and overseas.
• Fluency in English and French languages, both spoken and written. Additional languages will be considered an asset.
• Proficiency in the following (or similar) software tools, an asset: ETAP, CYMECAP, AUTOCAD

SNC-Lavalin Projects and O&M Services is a business unit of SNC-Lavalin Group. We provide a full range of project management, programme management, construction management, engineering services, consulting services and operation and maintenance services across the MENA region. Active in the Middle East for over 40 years, we have offices in the Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Oman, and Egypt. for transportation and other infrastructure programmes.

Founded in 1911, SNC-Lavalin is a global fully integrated professional services and project management company and a major player in the ownership of infrastructure. From offices around the world, SNC-Lavalin’s employees are proud to build what matters. Our teams provide comprehensive end-to-end project solutions – including PPP, capital investment, consulting, design, engineering, construction, sustaining capital and operations and maintenance to international clients. On July 3, 2017, SNC-Lavalin acquired Atkins, one of the world’s most respected design, engineering and project management consultancies.

SNC-Lavalin is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst our workforce. We aim to provide quality and fairness for all job applicants and employees and not to discriminate on grounds of gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement. We oppose all forms of unlawful treatment and discrimination.

Our aim is for the company to be representative of all sections of society and that each employee feels respected and able to give their best. We are committed to a policy of treating all our employees and job applications equally.

We pursue this commitment by:

Having clear and concise procedures and guidelines for both line managers and employees to ensure policies are fully understood and implemented

Complying with the relevant employment legislation and codes of practice

Ensuring that all existing employees, potential employees, colleagues and customers are treated equally and with respect

Ensuring that the workplace is an environment free from discrimination, harassment, victimisation and bullying regardless of an individual’s gender, marital status, age, race, ethnic origin, religious conviction or disablement

Making all decisions relating to recruitment, selection or promotion according to the employees ability.