Job Description
Apply for Electrical Engineer jobs in Jubail, Saudi Arabia with ENGIE. Lead electrical maintenance at a power & desalination plant, manage outages, ensure safety, and support high-reliability operations.
About ENGIE
ENGIE is a global leader in renewable energy, flexible power generation, and sustainable infrastructure. In Saudi Arabia, ENGIE plays a critical role in delivering reliable power and desalinated water while supporting Vision 2030 through innovation, safety, and local talent development.
Job Purpose
The Electrical Engineer is responsible for supervising electrical maintenance teams and supporting daily operations at a power and desalination plant. The role ensures safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance while meeting HSE, availability, reliability, efficiency, and budgetary targets. The position also supports major plant outages and long-term service agreements for gas turbines.
Key Responsibilities
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
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Ensure full compliance with IMS, HSE rules, and safety procedures
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Enforce Permit-to-Work systems and approved method statements
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Supervise technicians and contractors to maintain a safe work environment
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Report unsafe acts, near misses, and incidents
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Maintain zero HSE compliance breaches and low LTIFR
Electrical Maintenance & Execution
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Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance
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Ensure all work orders are completed and documented in CMMS
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Maintain equipment as per OEM manuals and best practices
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Review and improve electrical maintenance procedures
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Ensure audit readiness at all times
Troubleshooting & Reliability
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Provide 24/7 call-out support for plant operations
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Diagnose equipment failures and reduce downtime
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Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
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Coordinate with Operations teams to resolve electrical issues
📊 Planning, Reporting & Budgeting
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Support outage planning and execution
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Assist with maintenance budgeting and forecasting
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Prepare accurate maintenance and failure reports
Spares, Tools & Inventory
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Ensure availability of certified tools and spare parts
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Raise purchase requisitions for spares and consumables
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Maintain tools and equipment in safe, working condition
Technical Leadership & Staff Development
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Coach and mentor electrical technicians and foremen
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Deliver technical training programs
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Support development and knowledge transfer to Saudi Nationals
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Provide technical guidance to contractors and internal teams
Core Competencies
Technical Skills
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Electrical maintenance in GT, ST, HRSG, combined cycle & desalination plants
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Strong knowledge of power plant electrical systems
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CMMS maintenance management experience
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Understanding of international HSE standards
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Equipment troubleshooting and failure analysis
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Vendor and contractor coordination
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Strong English communication and computer literacy
Behavioral Competencies
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Leadership and team motivation
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Effective decision-making and judgment
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Strong communication and collaboration skills
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Cultural awareness and adaptability
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Commitment to ENGIE’s Ways of Working & Ways of Leading
Physical & Medical Requirements
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Medically fit for power plant environments (heat, noise, high voltage)
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Ability to work at heights, confined spaces, and extended shifts
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Physically capable of inspections, supervision, and emergency response
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Willingness to work rotating shifts and emergency call-outs
Working Relationships
Internal:
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Section Head – Electrical
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Operations & Maintenance Teams
External:
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Suppliers, OEMs, and service contractors
Why This Role Matters at ENGIE
This role is critical to ensuring safe, reliable, and sustainable energy and water production in Saudi Arabia. As an Electrical Engineer at ENGIE, you will:
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Play a key role in national infrastructure
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Work with world-class power & desalination technologies
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Develop leadership skills in a global energy organization
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Contribute to sustainability and Saudi talent development
