Field Protection Engineer

Your Role International, Challenging, and Impactful As a Field Protection Engineer, you will be based in Abu Dhabi and work on testing and commissioning of Siemens Protection & Automation systems across the UAE and the wider Middle East region. You will collaborate with global teams, utilities, and customers to ensure the safe and reliable operation of high-voltage transmission infrastructure. Key Responsibilities • Testing & commissioning of Protection and Automation systems for Siemens projects • Preparation of SAT / FAT protocols and technical documentation • Conducting Pre-FAT / FAT activities with customers for protection panels (AVR, LIBBP, HIBBP, TIP etc.) • Preparing commissioning procedures including method statements, work permits and testing protocols • Supporting product feedback, approvals, and continuous improvement initiatives • Delivering technical presentations to customers and stakeholders • Performing fault analysis and root cause investigations on protection systems Your Profile Technical Expertise Meets Global Mindset • Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, or Electrical & Communication Engineering • 3 5 years experience in Protection & Automation commissioning • Experience in multicultural project environments • Experience in substation protection systems in the Middle East or international markets is a strong advantage • Hands-on experience with protection and automation systems including: Siemens protection platforms such as SIPROTEC 4 / SIPROTEC 5 / Reyrolle • Knowledge of Power Quality and Substation Automation systems • Strong understanding of IEC 61850 communication, GOOSE applications, and relay configuration tools • Experience with control logic creation (BCPU / BCU) and configuration files (SCD / ICD / CID) • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols used in protection systems Testing & Commissioning Expertise • Advanced experience with OMICRON test equipment and Test Universe (TU 4.20 or higher) • Testing modules including Distance, Line Differential, Transformer Differential, State Sequencer, Ramping, Transplay, and OCC files • Experience with HV transmission protection schemes including: • Line Distance Protection • Line Differential Protection • Transformer Main & Backup Protection • Busbar Protection (Low / High Impedance) • Additional Technical Exposure • Stability testing for line differential protection using CMGPS kits • Testing of transformer, shunt reactor, and series reactor differential protection • Familiarity with modern digital substation technologies such as Process Bus and RTU integration What We Are Looking For • Self-motivated engineers with a strong problem-solving mindset • Ability to work effectively in international project teams • Strong communication and customer interaction skills • Fluency in English ction process. • Bachelor s degree in electrical engineering, Electronics, or Electrical & Communication Engineering • 3 5 years experience in Protection & Automation commissioning • Experience in multicultural project environments • Experience in substation protection systems in the Middle East or international markets is a strong advantage • Hands-on experience with protection and automation systems including: Siemens protection platforms such as SIPROTEC 4 / SIPROTEC 5 / Reyrolle • Knowledge of Power Quality and Substation Automation systems • Strong understanding of IEC 61850 communication, GOOSE applications, and relay configuration tools • Experience with control logic creation (BCPU / BCU) and configuration files (SCD / ICD / CID) • Knowledge of industrial communication protocols used in protection systems • Advanced experience with OMICRON test equipment and Test Universe (TU 4.20 or higher) • Testing modules including Distance, Line Differential, Transformer Differential, State Sequencer, Ramping, Transplay, and OCC files • Experience with HV transmission protection schemes including: Line Distance Protection, Line Differential Protection, Transformer Main & Backup Protection, Busbar Protection (Low / High Impedance) • Stability testing for line differential protection using CMGPS kits • Testing of transformer, shunt reactor, and series reactor differential protection • Familiarity with modern digital substation technologies such as Process Bus and RTU integration • Self-motivated engineers with a strong problem-solving mindset • Ability to work effectively in international project teams • Strong communication and customer interaction skills • Fluency in English