Operation Engineer

Job Description

Job Title: Operation Engineer Solar Power Plant

Location: Qatar

Department: Operations & Maintenance (O&M)

Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor (Power)

Job Summary

The Operation Engineer Solar Power Plant is responsible for the safe reliable and efficient operation maintenance and switching of MV/HV electrical systems associated with solar power plants and grid interconnections. The role includes high-voltage switching technical supervision planning and scheduling coordination with Kahramaa (KM) contract administration commissioning support and ensuring full compliance with technical HSE and QatarEnergy requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & High-Voltage Switching

• Execute and authorize high-voltage switching operations for 220 kV and 33 kV systems in line with approved technical procedures and HSE requirements.
  

• Exercise broad authority to plan and perform switching activities ensuring safe isolation energization and restoration of electrical systems.
  

• Possess strong hands-on experience with 220 kV GIS systems and 33 kV AIS substations within solar power plants or utility networks.
  

• Coordinate switching activities with Kahramaa (KM) control rooms and site stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted and safe operations.
  

Kahramaa Authorization & Interface

• Successfully undergo and pass Kahramaa training familiarization and certification as a 220 kV Substation Switching Engineer within three (3) months of assignment.
  

• Act as the technical interface with Kahramaa for day-to-day operational coordination system interruptions and planned outages.
  

• Monitor power import and export between the solar power plant and Kahramaa grid and lead the monthly invoicing and billing process.
  

• Maintain full compliance with KM operational technical and safety standards at all times.
  

Technical Support & Supervision

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to all Technicians reporting to this position ensuring they possess the required competence and authorization.
  

• Support skill development on-the-job training and safe execution of electrical works.
  

• Supervise Technicians during site execution to ensure timely efficient and high-quality completion of assigned work orders.
  

Planning Scheduling & Work Execution

• Support the Maintenance Supervisor (Power) in planning and scheduling preventive and corrective maintenance activities in line with asset management policies.
  

• Create manage and close SAP work orders ensuring proper scope definition prioritization and resource allocation.
  

• Arrange materials tools spare parts and logistics to support maintenance and operational activities.
  

Scope of Work & Contracting

• Prepare detailed scopes of work technical specifications basic drawings and bills of quantities (BOQs) for outsourced maintenance and service contracts.
  

• Administer maintenance contracts by creating Release Orders and Service Entry Sheets (SES) in a timely manner.
  

• Manage day-to-day coordination and performance of contractor managers and supervisors.
  

Health Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Lead start-of-shift meetings toolbox talks and safety briefings.
  

• Ensure all risk assessments permits to work (PTW) Job Hazard Analyses (JHA) electrical authorizations and Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements are completed and approved prior to authorizing work.
  

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with QatarEnergy KM and site-specific HSE procedures.
  

Troubleshooting & Reliability Support

• Undertake troubleshooting of electrical systems and equipment within the assigned area to minimize downtime and operational risk.
  

• Support the Reliability Engineer in conducting root cause analysis (RCA) Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and continuous improvement initiatives.
  

Close-Outs Commissioning & Handover

• Verify completion of work orders and update SAP with accurate details of materials consumed and actual labor hours.
  

• Participate in commissioning and handover of new or modified equipment including:
  

  • Verification of project dossiers
    

  • Review of as-built drawings
    

  • Validation of maintenance manuals and vendor documentation
    

  • Administration and tracking of equipment warranties
    

Qualifications & Experience

• Education:
  

  • Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering from an internationally recognized university or equivalent.
    

• Experience:
  

  • Minimum 1012 years of experience in electrical engineering and technical practices related to power transmission and distribution systems.
    

  • Proven experience in 220 kV and 33 kV switching operations preferably in solar power plants utilities or large industrial facilities.
    

• Technical Expertise:
  

  • Strong working knowledge of MV/HV power systems and maintenance practices.
    

  • Hands-on experience with:
    

    • Power Transformers
      

    • 220 kV GIS
      

    • 33 kV AIS
      

    • HVAC systems
      

    • Fire Water Pumps
      

    • Fire & Gas Systems
      

  • Proficiency in SAP PM for maintenance planning execution and close-out.
    

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
  

• Excellent coordination and stakeholder management abilities
  

• High level of safety awareness and risk management capability
  

• Strong analytical troubleshooting and decision-making skills
  

• Ability to work independently in a high-risk mission-critical operations environment
  

Key Skills
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Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1