Requirements
Requires 5-8 years of commissioning experience on medium-to-large electrical projects, with a BSc in Electrical Engineering. Must have hands-on experience with MV/LV energization, protection testing, breaker tests, transformer testing, VFD/MCC commissioning, PFC tuning, load bank tests, and generator/UPS changeover. Strong documentation skills for test packs, ITPs, PSAT/SAT, certificates, CAT trackers, and red-lines/as-builts are essential, along with effective coordination and communication with GCs, consultants, and subcontractors.
Description
Job Title: Sr. Commissioning Electrical EngineerLocation: Riyadh / KSAEmployment Type: Full-Time | On-SiteAbout CSI GlobalAt CSI Global, we specialize in delivering advanced electromechanical, testing, and commissioning services across the GCC and Globally. We power infrastructure through technical excellence and engineering innovation. Join a team committed to shaping the future of transmission and energy systems in the region.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Sr. Commissioning Electrical Engineer who will lead end-to-end commissioning of MV / LV power systems and their interfaces to MEP (HVAC, Fire, BMS) so the asset reaches safe, compliant, and fully documented handover (FAC) on time., to spec, and fully documented.Key ResponsibilitiesPlan and run the commissioning program (lots, sequences, windows) aligned to the construction master schedule; keep a live CAT (Commissioning Activity Tracker) and punch/defect logs.Witness and validate tests to Project Specs and international standards (IEC/BS EN/NFPA as applicable), issue completion certificates and close comments to final acceptance.Prepare and review test procedures, ITPs, test packs, IRN/IRE, PSAT/SAT reports, and observation NCRs; ensure version control and audit-ready documentation.Coordinate daily with GC/subcontractors/vendors/Consultant on prerequisites, energization windows, and permit-to-work.Supervise and sign off commissioning of MV switchgear, RMU, transformers, LV switchboards/DBs, MCCs, VFDs, PFC, emergency power (genset/UPS), earthing & bonding, protection & metering.Validate MEP system commissioning interfaces (HVAC/Plumbing/Fire/BMS) from an electrical perspective: power-up readiness, interlocks, controls, alarms, and IST participation.Draft and deliver O&M and training manuals, spares lists, and warranties; support training and client sign-off.Drive regular progress/technical/Cx meetings; surface risks early and execute recovery plans. Day-to-day ELV commissioning planning, priorities, and resourcing; maintain live trackers and punch/defect logs.Required Qualifications5–8 years commissioning experience on medium-to-large electrical projects (buildings, data centers, healthcare, airports, industrial, or infrastructure).BSc in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).Hands-on with MV / LV energization, protection testing (primary/secondary injection), breaker tests, transformer testing, VFD / MCC commissioning, PFC tuning, load bank tests, and generator/UPS changeover.Solid documentation discipline: test packs, ITPs, PSAT / SAT, certificates, CAT trackers, red-lines/as-builts.Coordination with GC/Consultant/subs and crisp, standards-based technical communication.Preferred QualificationsInterfaces with BMS / Fire Alarm during IST; ELV familiarity is a plus but not core.Vendor exposure (e.g., ABB/Schneider/Siemens switchgear; Cummins/Kohler gensets; APC/Eaton UPS).Digital tools for snagging/commissioning, and Power BI/advanced Excel for trackers and dashboards.Authority/third-party approvals experience (utility tie-ins, Civil Defense/House of Expertise where applicable).