Operation Specialist Engineer - Power Systems

WSP

Kuwait

Ref: HP362-760

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

We are currently looking for Operation Specialist Engineers for our project in Kuwait. You will be responsible for operation of the power system comprising of generating stations and transmission networks ranging from 11 KV (not the Primary Distribution system) to 400 KV of the MEW in a reliable and secure way in addition to fulfilling the quality standards followed by the Ministry and will coordinate with all departments of the Ministry in discharging the duties on day to day basis, and preparation of all operational reports for submission to the higher Ministry Officials.

Responsibilities and needed expertise are broadly defined hereafter but not limited to:
• Will be responsible for operating the electrical system in more efficient and reliable way.
• To see that the Control Room Operators maintain the system frequency and voltages within the prescribed limits for safe and stable operation of the system.
• To arrange for all switching operations on the Electrical System being monitored by NCC / DCCs and co-ordinate such works with other CCs /TEN / EDN and Power Stations for operational or maintenance purposes.
• To arrange for shut down & startup of Generating Plant when required to meet the expected load Demand.
• To establish in coordination with the operation planning expert engineer the restoration procedures for different scenarios those might result in partial or complete black outs.
• Checking, compilation and preparation of all information needed for the proper, secure and reliable operation of the power network.
• Approval to the requested emergency shutdown programs for the network and power plants.
• Implementation of Scheduled power system outages and to ascertain that they do not affect the reliability and stability of the remaining system.
• Preparation of all operational reports.
• Preparation and updating of all network drawings
• Keeping the records pertaining to system operation
• Standard Instructions and regulations for Power System Operations for the Control Center and Power Stations.

Requirements

Experienced in Power System Operation for at least twenty five (25) years out which at least ten (10) years in a responsible position as an operation engineer for network of similar size as that of State of Kuwait and should have thorough knowledge of operational criteria under normal and abnormal system conditions. Preference shall be given to a person familiar with the SCADA and EMS systems.

You’ll be joining a diverse group of individuals including engineers, scientists, technicians, consultants and academics, who work together to provide the most effective and sustainable solutions for our clients.

As one of the ‘Top 20 Companies to Work For in the UAE’, we offer a supportive team based environment, continued training and development, flexible working arrangements and rewarding career opportunities.

About the Company

WSP is one of the world's leading engineering professional services consulting firms. We are dedicated to our local communities and propelled by international brainpower. We are technical experts and strategic advisors including engineers, technicians, scientists, architects, planners, surveyors and environmental specialists, as well as other design, program and construction management professionals. We design lasting solutions in the Property & Buildings, Transportation & Infrastructure, Environment, Industry, Resources (including Mining and Oil & Gas) and Power & Energy sectors as well as project delivery and strategic consulting services. With 36,000 talented people in more than 500 offices across 40 countries, we engineer projects that will help societies grow for lifetimes to come.

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