Power Systems Expert (Rail/Metro)

Location: SA.Riyadh.KMPG Tower, SA.Riyadh

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Power Systems Expert is responsible for overseeing the maintenance, performance, and reliability of all metro power systems during the Operations & Maintenance (O&M) phase. This includes high, medium, and traction power systems such as substations, cables, transformers, and protection equipment. The role ensures that all maintenance activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual obligations and Employer expectations. The Power Systems Expert also plays a key role in monitoring O&M Contractor performance, reviewing technical submissions, coordinating with Design & Build (DB) Contractors, and advising on long-term asset management strategies.

Your role

• Oversee maintenance activities of all power systems including high, medium, and traction substations
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of transformers, cables, and protection systems
• Verify that all O&M activities meet safety standards and Employer expectations
• Monitor and evaluate O&M Contractors’ performance and service delivery
• Assess contractor performance and implement adjustments where required
• Oversee mobilization of O&M Contractors and sub-contractors
• Review contractor submissions including asset management plans, maintenance plans, procedures, and instructions
• Ensure compliance of contractor deliverables with contractual requirements
• Coordinate effectively between O&M Contractors and Design & Build (DB) Contractors
• Support integration and alignment of power systems with overall metro operations
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on power systems engineering
• Advise on asset management strategies, lifecycle planning, and system optimization
• Conduct inspections, audits, and performance reviews of power systems
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and compliance with regulatory standards

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• Minimum 5 years of technical and managerial experience in power systems
• Strong knowledge of electrical power systems including substations, transformers, and protection systems
• Experience in maintenance and operation of railway or metro power infrastructure
• Ability to review technical documentation and maintenance strategies
• Experience in contractor performance management and evaluation
• Good understanding of safety standards and electrical regulations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities
• Good communication and reporting skills

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.